Copenhagen Kastrup Airport

EKCH / CPH

Copenhagen, DK

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
04:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
10 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKCH 040420Z AUTO 28010KT 9999 BKN026/// 14/10 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 17 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,617 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 10 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (17 ft)
Pressure Alt
-126 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -242 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EKCH 040227Z 0403/0503 28012KT 9999 BKN022 BECMG 0500/0503 RA BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 280° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KCH
04L
22R
04R
22L
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04L/22R 11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 41°
5.2 kt 8.6 kt
121° angle
04R/22L 10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 41°
5.2 kt 8.6 kt
121° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
9,186 ft 148 ft ASPH 123°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKCH

13,403 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.3%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
10.5%
LIFR
5.4%

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.1%
N
7.3%
S
20.8%
W
16.8%
NE
7.1%
NW
6.8%
SE
13.8%
SW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -10°C to 29°C
-10°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 13,403 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKCH
IATA Code: CPH
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 17 ft MSL

Location

City: Copenhagen
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.617901°
Longitude: 12.656000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Copenhagen Kastrup Airport

Overview

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport serves as Denmark's primary international airport and a major hub for Scandinavian air traffic. Located in the eastern part of Copenhagen, the airport handles significant commercial passenger and cargo operations. With three substantial runways ranging from 9,186 to 11,811 feet in length, the airport can efficiently accommodate large commercial aircraft.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 17 feet MSL provides relatively stable approach conditions with minimal terrain-related challenges. Being situated near coastal waters, pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, including variable wind conditions and potential low visibility scenarios. Seasonal variations can significantly impact meteorological conditions, particularly during winter months.

Notable Features

Copenhagen Kastrup's three parallel-oriented runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L, and 12/30) provide flexible operational capabilities for different wind directions. The airport's geographic position near the Øresund strait creates unique atmospheric interactions that pilots must consider during approach and departure. All runways are constructed with asphalt surfaces, ensuring consistent landing characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection typically depends on prevailing wind directions, with the 04/22 oriented runways providing primary operational capacity. The substantial runway lengths (11,811 ft and 10,827 ft for 04L/22R and 04R/22L respectively) offer extensive landing and takeoff margins for most commercial aircraft. Pilots should carefully monitor wind conditions and current active runway assignments during arrival and departure planning.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.