International hub · Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen/Kastrup
- Elevation
- 17 ft
- Coordinates
- 55°37′N 12°39′E
- Local time
- Europe/Copenhagen
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Field information
EKCH runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Copenhagen/Kastrup (EKCH/CPH) has 3 runways; the longest, 04L/22R, is 11,811 ft (3,600 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at EKCH, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Copenhagen
Country
Denmark
DK
Municipality
Copenhagen
Elevation
17 ft
Position
55.6179, 12.6560
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · EKCH
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04L/22R | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 04R/22L | 10,827 ft (3,300 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 12/30 | 9,186 ft (2,800 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at EKCH.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Copenhagen/Kastrup (EKCH / CPH) in Copenhagen, Denmark, through one 24/7 OCC desk. EKCH is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at EKCH
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Denmark
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Denmark. Applicable permit lead times for Denmark are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Denmark are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at EKCH
Direct FBO and handler coordination at EKCH covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at EKCH
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at EKCH is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to EKCH
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for EKCH: 55° 37′ 4″ N 12° 39′ 22″ E; elevation 17 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Copenhagen
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Copenhagen. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at EKCH.
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Cargo Operations at EKCH
Support for freighter operations into EKCH covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Copenhagen/Kastrup — one desk for the whole trip.