Copenhagen Airport says it handled a record 3.1 million passengers in May, its highest monthly total ever. The figure was up 7% year on year, according to the airport’s official statement.

The Danish capital’s main airport said the result was driven in part by stronger domestic routes. It added that the monthly total marked the busiest May in its history.

The record comes as European airports continue to report solid demand for air travel, with passenger numbers in many major hubs recovering strongly after years of disruption. Copenhagen Airport did not give further detail on which routes contributed most to the increase.

The airport’s latest figures underline the role of domestic and regional travel in supporting traffic growth alongside international demand. May is often a strong month for aviation as spring travel picks up across Europe, but the Copenhagen result still set a new benchmark for the hub.

Passenger growth of 7% suggests sustained momentum at the airport, which serves both Denmark and wider Nordic connections. A monthly total above 3 million is a significant milestone for the airport, which has been expanding its route network in recent years.

Record passenger numbers also matter for airlines, retailers and airport services that depend on higher footfall. Strong traffic can support more frequent flights and more choice for travellers, although the airport’s statement did not mention any changes to capacity or operations.

Copenhagen Airport has become one of Scandinavia’s busiest travel gateways, linking the region with destinations across Europe and beyond. The latest May performance adds to signs that demand remains resilient as travellers continue to return to airports in large numbers.