Direct (nonstop) flights from Zurich to Copenhagen

2 airlines fly nonstop from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH). It's 592 miles (952 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines.

ZRH
Zurich Airport
🇨🇭 Zurich, Switzerland
CPH
Copenhagen Airport
🇩🇰 Copenhagen, Denmark
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
592 mi
952 km
CO₂/pax
109 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
SWISS +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by SWISS SWISS Scandinavian Airlines Scandinavian Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SWISS LX SWISS
Route
ZRH → CPH
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
592 mi
Scandinavian Airlines SK Scandinavian Airlines
Route
ZRH → CPH
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
592 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zurich to Copenhagen with one stop · direct emits 109 kg CO₂ per passenger

ZRH STR (Stuttgart) CPH
Leg 1: 45m (90 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (501 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → STR
45m · 90 mi
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Leg 2
STR → CPH
1h 30m · 501 mi
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ZRH HAM (Hamburg) CPH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (432 mi) Leg 2: 50m (174 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → HAM
1h 30m · 432 mi
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Leg 2
HAM → CPH
50m · 174 mi
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ZRH BER (Berlin) CPH
Leg 1: 1h 25m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → BER
1h 25m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
BER → CPH
1h · 228 mi
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ZRH FRA (Frankfurt) CPH
Leg 1: 1h 5m (179 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (421 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → FRA
1h 5m · 179 mi
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Leg 2
FRA → CPH
1h 25m · 421 mi
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ZRH LUX (Luxembourg) CPH
Leg 1: 1h (185 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (495 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → LUX
1h · 185 mi
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Leg 2
LUX → CPH
1h 30m · 495 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zurich to Copenhagen?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Copenhagen (CPH) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 592 miles (952 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zurich to Copenhagen?

2 airlines: SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zurich to Copenhagen?

Yes. 2 airlines: SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines.

How far is Zurich from Copenhagen?

The flight distance from Zurich to Copenhagen is 592 miles (952 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Zurich to Copenhagen?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Switzerland to Denmark?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Denmark embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Zurich to Copenhagen?

Roughly 109 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 545 km.

Is the return flight from Copenhagen to Zurich also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Copenhagen?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Zurich Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.