Flying from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik and Akureyri (where Akureyri Airport is located) are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
With 27 flights a week between the two airports, Akureyri Airport (AEY) to Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is the most popular route. Icelandair operates the earliest flight at 08:25. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from AEY to RKV is with Icelandair at 20:30.
To avoid missing your AEY to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at AEY and travel straight to Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
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Located around 3 kilometres from central Akureyri, AEY can be reached in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near AEY. Whether you have an early flight from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Akureyri Airport, 76.13% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik flight is 84 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 148 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book eight months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from AEY to Reykjavik.
The best month for scoring cheap Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from AEY to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your AEY to Reykjavik flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Plan your trip to Reykjavik in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AEY to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top sights which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Journey around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to tick off its top sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are among the biggest draws.