Book a flight from Zanzibar to Copenhagen with Qatar Airways
Flights from Zanzibar to Copenhagen with Qatar Airways offer plenty of premium services, all designed to shape a thoroughly enjoyable and comfortable passenger experience. With spacious seating, award-winning hospitality, and exceptionally fine cuisine, you can look forward to arriving in Copenhagen feeling delightfully refreshed.
Copenhagen, Denmark’s biggest city by far, was founded in the 12th century and quickly grew to become a major centre for Baltic trade. It became the capital in 1461 and many of its older Renaissance buildings date from the reign of Christian IV in the 16th century. The Borsen and Rosenborg Slot visitor attractions are two of them, and the Tivoli Gardens are also very popular. Stroget, the longest shopping street in Europe, is the best place to pick up designer goods, and there are excellent cafés and restaurants in the Nyhavn district. Try also to see the impressive National Museum and historic Christiansborg Palace while you’re here.
Flying from Zanzibar
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport welcomes travellers flying from Zanzibar with Qatar Airways, and provides an excellent starting point for any journey from Tanzania. Located just five kilometres from Zanzibar’s city centre, the airport is relatively modern and - despite its small size - extremely efficient and welcoming. Staff go out of their way to ensure customers have a smooth and trouble-free start to their travels, and the construction of a new terminal has considerably improved facilities at this friendly airport.
Transportation and parking
Transport to and from the airport is best done by a pre-booked taxi, which your hotel concierge should be able to arrange for you. Buses do run between the city centre and the airport, but they can be very crowded and inconvenient for customers travelling with large amounts of luggage. Parking is limited at the airport and spaces can fill up very quickly, so it is advisable to leave your vehicle at an alternative location and take a taxi to the airport. The taxi rank is located outside the main passenger terminal.
At the airport
Customers flying from Zanzibar with Qatar Airways depart from the main Departures hall in Terminal 2. While check-in times are relatively quick due to the compact nature of the airport, security checks can take considerably longer and are very strict, so allow between one to two hours to check-in and clear security before your flight is due to depart.
Facilities and amenities
Although the new terminal has improved facilities, they are still somewhat limited. A private lounge area is available for First and Business class customers, while the general lounge area in the Departures hall is spacious and well laid out, with good toilet facilities and a baby changing area. Food vendors and vending machines offer a limited selection of on-the-go snacks and drinks. Some retail outlets are available, selling accessories and Duty Free products. Wi-Fi is available in some areas for a fee.
Arriving in Copenhagen
Regarded by the two million inhabitants and the millions of visitors who come to the Danish capital every year as a “Friendly old girl of a town”, Copenhagen is a city with plenty of character and a unique charm. Big enough to offer visitors a truly memorable experience, but still small enough to feel intimate and charming, Copenhagen is one of Scandinavia’s jewels.
Book a flight to Copenhagen with Qatar Airways and you’ll land in a city that takes a decidedly laid-back approach to life, but with traditional values of courtesy and warmth towards strangers underpinning their culture. The result is a destination that will draw you back time and again.
Tourist attractions
Copenhagen’s iconic monument has to be the Little Mermaid, a sublimely beautiful bronze statue by Edvard Eriksen that celebrates the life of Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. But this culturally important city also has plenty of other attractions to offer, including a thriving arts scene that’s ably represented by a plethora of galleries and exhibitions. The Danish National Gallery is a great starting point, or visit the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek gallery for a selection of more classical paintings.
A great, hands-on science attraction is the Experimentarium, while the highly regarded Copenhagen Zoo focuses on conservation, and has an iconic tower that stands in the centre of the zoo.
One of Copenhagen’s most recognisable landmarks is Rundetårn (the Round tower). A climb to the top is well worth it for the spectacular views across the city. And to find out more about Denmark’s rich history visit the Nationalmuseet in Indre By to see an extensive collection of Viking artefacts and treasures.
Travel considerations
Flights to Copenhagen with Qatar Airways land at Kastrup Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Copenhagen please check the visa and passport requirements.