How long does it take to fly from Vietnam to Denmark? Which flight path and airline is the fastest?

Overview of Vietnam – Denmark Flight Route

Denmark is a beautiful Nordic country with the world-famous capital, Copenhagen. It is an attractive destination with a warm “hygge” lifestyle, ancient architecture, and a high quality of life. Knowing flight information from Vietnam to Denmark will help you plan a perfect trip.

Flight time from Vietnam to Denmark

Good news: Direct flights are launching soon! ✈️

Vietnam Airlineshas officially announced the launch of thefirst direct flight routefrom Vietnam to Denmark onDecember 15, 2025:

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) → Copenhagen (CPH)

• Flight time: Approximately 12 hours 30 minutes (estimated)
• Frequency: 3 flights/week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
• Departure time: 22:45 (Vietnam time)
• Aircraft type: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Current connecting flights

Until direct flights are available, passengers must fly via international hubs:

From Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Copenhagen (CPH)

• Transit Doha (DOH): 16 hours 25 minutes
• Transit Dubai (DXB): 18 hours 17 minutes
• Transit Istanbul (IST): 17 hours 45 minutes
• Transit Bangkok + Frankfurt: 19 hours 30 minutes
• Layover in Singapore + Amsterdam: 20 hours 15 minutes

From Hanoi (HAN) to Copenhagen (CPH)

• Transit Doha (DOH): 14 hours 10 minutes
• Transit Dubai (DXB): 16 hours 35 minutes
• Transit Istanbul (IST): 15 hours 50 minutes
• Transit Frankfurt (FRA): 16 hours 20 minutes
• Helsinki (HEL) transit: 3:30 PM

From Da Nang (DAD) to Copenhagen (CPH)

• Transit Ho Chi Minh City + Doha: 19 hours 45 minutes
• Bangkok + Amsterdam transit: 21h 20m

Fastest airline

Top 6 fastest airlines

1. For longer international journeys, you can fly by  ⭐

   • Shortest time: 14h 10m (HAN-DOH-CPH)
   • Advantages: Short flight time, 5-star service
   • Ticket prices: From 18,000,000 – 35,000,000 VND
   • Frequency: 21 flights/week

2. Finnair

   • Time: 15 hours 30 minutes (HAN-HEL-CPH)
   • Advantages: Short Arctic route, good service
   • Ticket prices: From 20,000,000 – 32,000,000 VND

3. Hanoi Istanbul Amman

   • Time: 15 hours 50 minutes (HAN-IST-CPH)
   • Advantages: Convenient Istanbul Hub, competitive price
   • Ticket prices: From 17,000,000 – 30,000,000 VND

4. - Fastest route:

   • Time: 16 hours 35 minutes (HAN-DXB-CPH)
   • Advantages: Luxurious service, A380 aircraft
   • Ticket prices: From 22,000,000 – 40,000,000 VND

5. Important notes for transit to Nicaragua

   • Time: 16 hours 20 minutes (HAN-FRA-CPH)
   • Advantages: European airline, convenient connections
   • Ticket prices: From 25,000,000 – 42,000,000 VND

6. Singapore Airlines

   • Time: 18 hours 30 minutes (SGN-SIN-CPH)
   • Advantages: Excellent service, modern aircraft
   • Ticket prices: From 24,000,000 – 38,000,000 VND

Best flight route

Recommended choice

1. Hanoi Doha Copenhagen (Qatar Airways) 🏆

   • Time: 14 hours 10 minutes
   • Advantages: Fastest currently, good service
   • Waiting time: 3-4 hours in Doha

2. Hanoi Copenhagen (Finnair)

   • Time: 3:30 PM
   • Advantages: Short flight over the Arctic
   • Waiting time: 2-3 hours in Helsinki

3. Ho Chi Minh City Copenhagen (Qatar Airways)

   • Time: 16 hours 25 minutes
   • Advantages: Convenient from the South
   • Waiting time: 4-5 hours in Doha

Compare departure airports

Noi Bai Airport (HAN) – Hanoi

• Advantages: Shortest flight time, many airline options
• Shortest time: 14 hours 10 minutes
• Best airlines: Qatar Airways, Finnair

Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) – Ho Chi Minh City

• Advantages: Many flights, convenient for Southern guests
• Shortest time: 16 hours 25 minutes
• Best airlines: Qatar Airways, Emirates

Da Nang International Airport (DAD)

• Advantages: Convenient for Central guests
• Shortest time: 19 hours 45 minutes
• Requires transit: 2 points (usually via HCMC)

Copenhagen Airport (CPH) – Important Information

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport

• Location: 8km from Copenhagen city center
• Airport Code: CPH
• Features: Modern, environmentally friendly airport

Transportation from the airport

• Metro: 12 minutes to the city center, price 36 DKK
• Train: 13 minutes to Copenhagen Central, price 36 DKK
• Taxis: 20-30 minutes, price 250-350 DKK
• Uber: 20-25 minutes, price 200-300 DKK
• Bus: 35-40 minutes, price 24 DKK

Detailed ticket prices by airline

Prices updated in July/2025, subject to change based on time and airline policy

Travel season and booking time

Peak season (high ticket prices)

• Summer: June-Aug (good weather, long daylight hours)
• Christmas: December (Christmas markets)
• New Year's Day: Late December – Early January

Off-peak season (cheap tickets)

• Winter: Jan-Mar (excluding Tết)
• Autumn: Sep-Nov (cool weather)

Optimal booking time

• High season: Book 3-4 months in advance
• Low season: Book 1-2 months in advance
• Day of the week: Tue, Wed, Fri cheaper than weekends

Prepare for your flight

Required documents

• Passport: Valid for at least 6 months
• Schengen Visa: Mandatory (Denmark is part of the Schengen Area)
• Travel insurance: Minimum EUR 30,000
• Proof of financial means: Approximately EUR 50/day

Luggage

• Hand Luggage: 7-10kg (depending on airline)
• Checked Baggage: 20-30kg (depending on fare class)
• Restricted Items: Liquids >100ml, lithium batteries

Cost-Saving Tips

How to Book Cheap Tickets

1. Track Ticket Prices: Use Google Flights, Skyscanner
2. Book Combo Tickets: Tickets + hotel are often cheaper
3. Flexible flying dates: Change 2-3 days to find good prices
4. Choose budget airlines: Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways
5. Book early: Avoid last-minute booking (high prices)

Promotions

• Miles & Points: Accumulate miles with loyalty programs
• Credit cards: Many cards offer flight deals
• Seasonal promotions: Black Friday, New Year

Long-haul flight experience

Prepare before the flight

• Choose seats: Aisle seats or emergency seats (wide legroom)
• Online check-in: 24 hours prior to select good seats
• Clothing: Comfortable, layered clothing
• Entertainment: Download movies, music, e-books

During the flight

• Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water, use nasal spray
• Movement: Walk every 2 hours, light exercise
• Adjusting to time difference: Start 2-3 days prior
• Rest: Use eye mask, earplugs

Denmark Weather Situation

Seasonal Climate

• Spring (3-5): 5-15°C, rainy
• Summer (6-8): 15-25°C, sunny
• Autumn (9-11): 5-15°C, frequent rain
• Winter (12-2): -5 to 5°C, snowing

Ideal time

• Sightseeing: May-Sep (nice weather)
• Festivals: June-Aug (many events)
• Save: Oct-Mar (cheap prices, fewer tourists)

Conclusion

Fastest current option: Qatar Airways from Hanoi transiting Doha (14 hours 10 minutes) with prices from 18 million VND.

Future option: Vietnam Airlines direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City (12 hours 30 minutes) launching 12/15/2025.

Best value option: Turkish Airlines from Hanoi transiting Istanbul (15 hours 50 minutes) with prices from 17 million VND.

Best service option: Emirates from Hanoi transiting Dubai (16 hours 35 minutes) with luxury service.

Denmark is a great destination with a high quality of life and rich culture. With the detailed information above, you can choose the most suitable flight for your journey to discover this “land of happiness”!