How to find cheap flights to Reykjavik
49 € is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Reykjavik. Or you can book a round-trip ticket for 109 €.
Catch the best deal without constant searching by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app when ticket prices drop.
Book your tickets ahead of time. You're more likely to land an amazing deal and have a wider selection of flights to choose from.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to better your chances of finding cheap flights to Reykjavik. This will give you more options for where to start and end your trip, as well as different prices.
Indirect routes are generally cheaper, so search for flights that come with a stop. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that fits your itinerary and budget.
July sees the highest demand for flights. The city is generally at its peak, making it the perfect time to explore.
February is the quietest month to travel if you're after a more relaxed pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Reykjavik then.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what kind of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Reykjavik is warmest in July, with averages of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
December has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about -6ºC (21ºF) to 4ºC (39ºF).
July often brings more sun than cloud. With six days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Reykjavik.
Rain is more common here in January, which gets around 14 days of wet weather.
Travelling to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are a few airports to consider for your Reykjavik flight. Check out your options for flying into Keflavik International Airport (KEF) or Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Most visitors arrive through Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the busiest airport serving the city.
Avoid the layovers and travel to your destination in an easy hop. Lock in a direct flight to Reykjavik with one of these popular airlines:
Reykjavik operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
After you've booked your ticket, find the perfect place to call your own while you're away. Here's a roundup of top hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Reykjavik from Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
KEF, the city's main airport, is located about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik.
Once you've landed from your flight to Reykjavik, driving to the centre will take around 50 minutes.
Roughly 1 hour 15 minutes is how long it'll take to get there using public transport.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Keflavik International Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to Reykjavik touches down:
Kick off your Reykjavik adventure sooner by picking up a car hire at KEF. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are trusted suppliers to pick from here.
Keflavik International Airport serves Reykjavik and nearby areas in Greater Reykjavík, Iceland.
Reykjavik highlights
Jump off your flight to Reykjavik and head straight for these well-known attractions:
The Northern Light Centre: Located in Vesturbær around 2 kilometres northwest of the city centre, this landmark is a perfect spot to start your city tour.
Sun Voyager: Want more reasons to visit Reykjavik? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 0.64 kilometres north of the city centre.
Explore more of Iceland
Iceland keeps the adventures coming. Keep going to Kópavogur, located about 3 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Midnight Hikes Reykjavik, Reykjavik Safari and Heidmörk Nature Reserve have to be on your to-do list.
Hafnarfjörður is another place that's too good to skip while you're in Iceland. You'll find it around 8 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Aurora Basecamp, Nature Walks and Christmas Village rank among the top sights.
Or head to Akureyri, roughly 241 kilometres northeast of Reykjavik. Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn are just the start of the reasons to visit. You can get here by flying into Akureyri Airport (AEY).
Complete your trip with a Reykjavik car hire
Rent a car in the city and start your journey when you're ready. Browse the range of car rentals in Reykjavik and find all best offers with one quick search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from provider rating to fuel policy and customer service.