Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Athens.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ATH to KEF flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ATH and KEF include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Right now, 61 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 118 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from ATH to KEF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from ATH to KEF is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens International Airport, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Athens International Airport from central Athens, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're catching a late Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and venture far and wide through Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Athens International Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to KEF around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be explored. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Iceland, head for Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell are key reasons to visit.