Copenhagen Airport Achieves Record-Breaking May Passenger Numbers

Copenhagen Airport experienced its busiest May on record, welcoming 3.1 million travelers through its terminals. This surge in passenger numbers indicates a robust demand for air travel, seemingly undeterred by global economic pressures such as the US-Iran conflict and escalating oil prices.

Peter Krogsgaard, Chief Commercial Officer at Copenhagen Airport, stated in a press release that global travel enthusiasm remains high. He noted that several days in May saw passenger volumes comparable to the busiest travel days of the previous summer. This resilience in travel demand highlights a strong post-pandemic recovery and a continued desire for international journeys.

The airport's growth was particularly notable on domestic routes, which saw a 22% increase compared to the same period last year. Copenhagen Airport serves as a crucial hub for many passengers connecting to further international destinations. European routes also experienced significant growth, with Norway emerging as the most popular country for travel to and from the airport. Italy also saw a considerable rise in passenger traffic.

London, as is customary, remained the most visited city by travelers using Copenhagen Airport. The airport had previously set an annual passenger record in 2025 with 32.4 million travelers and anticipates surpassing this figure again in the current year, projecting around 35.5 million passengers. It is worth noting that Copenhagen Airport is publicly listed, but the Danish state holds a controlling stake of approximately 99.6%, following acquisitions from major pension funds.

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The global travel enthusiasm remains high despite the rising fuel prices, and several days in May were on par with the biggest travel days of last summer.