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Kastrup

Kastrup (EKCH/CPH) serves Copenhagen, Denmark. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L). Field elevation is 17 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EKCH
  • Name: Kastrup
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 55.617901
  • Longitude: 12.656
  • Elevation: 17 ft
  • Country: Denmark
  • Municipality: Copenhagen
  • IATA Code: CPH
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Copenhagen
  • Distance from City: 9.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04L/22R

  • Designation: 04L/22R
  • Dimensions: 11811 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB, RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 04R/22L

  • Designation: 04R/22L
  • Dimensions: 10827 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB, RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 12/30

  • Designation: 12/30
  • Dimensions: 10072 X 148
  • Surface: PEM
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100, 118.575, 118.700, 119.350, 121.825 MHz
  • Ground: 121.625, 121.725, 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 122.750, 122.850 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.cph.dk/en/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Weight-based, approx DKK 40-70 per tonne MTOW + noise charge
  • Parking Fee: DKK 3-6 per tonne per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: DKK
  • Remarks: Level 3 slot coordinated. Kobenhavns Lufthavne A/S published tariff. Copenhagen Kastrup. SAS hub.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Approx EUR 0.78/L equivalent. Standard suppliers.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Danish police on-site. Non-Schengen at Terminal 3, gates E. Oresund bridge link to Sweden.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: 24h operation. Night noise surcharges 23:00-06:00. Noise monitoring. Three runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L, 12/30). Preferential runway at night.

Alternates

EKRK

  • ICAO: EKRK
  • Name: Roskilde
  • Distance (NM): 17.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

ESMS

  • ICAO: ESMS
  • Name: Malmo
  • Distance (NM): 24.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

ESMK

  • ICAO: ESMK
  • Name: Kristianstad
  • Distance (NM): 51.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EKMB

  • ICAO: EKMB
  • Name: Maribo
  • Distance (NM): 69.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDBH

  • ICAO: EDBH
  • Name: Barth
  • Distance (NM): 76.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Denmark Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 hours before landing (excl. weekends/holidays); 30 days for >4 flights in 2 months
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EKCH?
The tower frequency at Kastrup is 118.1, 118.575, 118.7, 119.35, 121.825 MHz.
What fuel is available at EKCH?
Kastrup offers Jet A-1.
Does EKCH require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Kastrup (Denmark).