Convert Danish Krone (DKK) to and from major world currencies.
DKK – Danish Krone
EUR – Euro
USD – US Dollar
GBP – British Pound
SEK – Swedish Krona
NOK – Norwegian Krone
CHF – Swiss Franc
JPY – Japanese Yen
AUD – Australian Dollar
CAD – Canadian Dollar
EUR – Euro
DKK – Danish Krone
USD – US Dollar
GBP – British Pound
SEK – Swedish Krona
NOK – Norwegian Krone
CHF – Swiss Franc
JPY – Japanese Yen
AUD – Australian Dollar
CAD – Canadian Dollar
* Note: Rates are approximate market averages. The Danish Krone is pegged to the Euro at approximately 7.46 DKK per 1 EUR.
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Understanding the Danish Krone (DKK)
The official currency of Denmark, as well as Greenland and the Faroe Islands, is the Danish Krone (plural: kroner). The currency code is DKK, and it is often symbolized as "kr.". Unlike many of its European neighbors, Denmark has opted out of the Eurozone and retains its own independent currency.
If you are planning a trip to Copenhagen or conducting business in Denmark, understanding the exchange rate mechanism is crucial. This calculator helps you estimate costs by converting your home currency into DKK or vice versa.
The Euro Peg Explained
A unique feature of the Danish economy is its fixed exchange rate policy. Denmark participates in the European Exchange Rate Mechanism II (ERM II). This means the value of the DKK is pegged to the Euro.
Central Rate
The central rate is set at approximately 7.46038 kroner per 1 Euro.
Fluctuation Band
The currency is allowed to fluctuate very slightly (± 2.25%), but in practice, the Danish Central Bank keeps it extremely close to the 7.46 mark.
Money & Spending in Denmark
Denmark is famously a cashless society. While it is always good to have some cash for small purchases, the vast majority of transactions—from hot dog stands to high-end boutiques—are done via credit card or mobile payment apps. You generally do not need to exchange large sums of cash before arrival; ATMs are plentiful and offer competitive rates.
Common Conversion Benchmarks
100 DKK: Often roughly equivalent to a standard lunch or a few coffees.
500 DKK: A typical amount for a nice dinner for one or grocery shopping.
1000 DKK: The highest denomination banknote in circulation.
Using This Calculator
This tool uses approximate market rates to give you a clear idea of your purchasing power in Denmark. Because the DKK is pegged to the Euro, the rate between these two currencies is very stable. Rates for USD, GBP, and others fluctuate based on global market conditions relative to the Euro.
function calculateDKK() {
// Get inputs
var amountInput = document.getElementById("amount").value;
var fromCurr = document.getElementById("fromCurrency").value;
var toCurr = document.getElementById("toCurrency").value;
var resultBox = document.getElementById("resultBox");
var finalResult = document.getElementById("finalResult");
var conversionDetail = document.getElementById("conversionDetail");
// Validate Amount
var amount = parseFloat(amountInput);
if (isNaN(amount) || amount < 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid positive amount.");
resultBox.style.display = "none";
return;
}
// Hardcoded Approximate Rates (Base: DKK = 1)
// Values represent: How many DKK is 1 Unit of Currency X worth?
// E.g., 1 EUR = 7.46 DKK
var ratesInDKK = {
"DKK": 1.0,
"EUR": 7.46, // Pegged rate
"USD": 6.95, // Approx market rate
"GBP": 8.82, // Approx market rate
"SEK": 0.66, // Approx market rate
"NOK": 0.64, // Approx market rate
"CHF": 7.75, // Approx market rate
"JPY": 0.046, // Approx market rate
"AUD": 4.55, // Approx market rate
"CAD": 5.15 // Approx market rate
};
// Logic:
// 1. Convert "From" currency to DKK
// 2. Convert DKK to "To" currency
var valueInDKK = amount * ratesInDKK[fromCurr];
var convertedValue = valueInDKK / ratesInDKK[toCurr];
// Format results
var formattedResult = convertedValue.toFixed(2);
// Calculate the effective exchange rate for display
var effectiveRate = (ratesInDKK[fromCurr] / ratesInDKK[toCurr]).toFixed(4);
// Display Output
finalResult.innerHTML = formattedResult + " " + toCurr;
conversionDetail.innerHTML = amount + " " + fromCurr + " = " + formattedResult + " " + toCurr + "(Rate: 1 " + fromCurr + " = " + effectiveRate + " " + toCurr + ")";
resultBox.style.display = "block";
}