Tourism statisticsCity2026
Copenhagen Tourism Statistics: 10.5M Nights in 2023
Copenhagen, in the Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark, recorded 10.5 million nights in 2023, VisitDenmark reports. VisitDenmark counts nights, not visitors, at this level. AirROI estimates 162,390 Airbnb stays in Copenhagen in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was February.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 1,333,261
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 8.2 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 96%
Key facts
Copenhagen Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- VisitDenmark puts Copenhagen at 10.5 million nights in 2023.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Copenhagen at 162,390 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Copenhagen added up to 1,333,261 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Copenhagen lasted 8.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 62 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Copenhagen in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by June and May, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Copenhagen ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Copenhagen in August were booked furthest ahead, about 82 days, against 39 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 96% of Copenhagen Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 19% and Germany at 14%.
- Among Copenhagen Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, London was the top origin city at 3.4%, ahead of Berlin at 2.4%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Copenhagen first for Airbnb stays among the 54 towns it lists in Denmark in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Copenhagen?
VisitDenmark counted 10.5 million nights in 2023.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.5 millionNights | Bednights in Copenhagen Municipality | 2023 | VisitDenmark / Det Nationale Turismeforum |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Copenhagen
Copenhagen had 9,795 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 162,390 stays and 1,333,261 nights. A typical stay lasted 8.2 nights and was booked about 62 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 9,795
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 162,390
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 1,333,261
- Typical stay
- 8.2 nights
- Booked ahead
- 62 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Copenhagen?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Copenhagen in the 12 months to October 2026, then June and May. February was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, June, May, September, July, October, April, November, December, March, January, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 10.8% | 82 days |
| June | 10.0% | 79 days |
| May | 9.9% | 69 days |
| September | 9.4% | 74 days |
| July | 8.9% | 65 days |
| October | 8.2% | 55 days |
| April | 7.9% | 56 days |
| November | 7.8% | 56 days |
| December | 7.8% | 43 days |
| March | 7.3% | 40 days |
| January | 6.0% | 39 days |
| February | 6.0% | 41 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Copenhagen Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Copenhagen Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, nearly all came from abroad (96%), led by the United States at 19% and Germany at 14%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, London was the top origin city at 3.4%, ahead of Berlin at 2.4%. The figures rest on 362,839 reviews, written over many years.
96% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 96%
- From within Denmark 4%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Copenhagen
How many tourists visit Copenhagen?
Copenhagen had 10.5 million nights in 2023, according to VisitDenmark. That figure counts nights, not visitors. AirROI estimates 162,390 Airbnb stays in Copenhagen in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Copenhagen?
The busiest Airbnb month in Copenhagen in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then June and May. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Copenhagen?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Copenhagen in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 41 days ahead, against 82 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Copenhagen?
A typical Airbnb stay in Copenhagen lasted 8.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 62 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 5.8 nights in December to 8.8 nights in April.
Where do Airbnb guests in Copenhagen come from?
Of Copenhagen Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 96% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 19% and Germany at 14%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was London at 3.4%, ahead of Berlin at 2.4%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. VisitDenmark counts nights (10.5 million in 2023). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds, and a night is a night, not a person. AirROI's 162,390 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 162,390 stays at 8.21 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 362,839 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.