Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located in Austin. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Austin.
Leave plenty of time to catch your AUS to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from AUS to Reykjavik. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Austin, AUS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AUS:
81.23% of flights departing from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from AUS.
AUS's address is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Reykjavik
284 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 414 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from AUS to Reykjavik if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and score an awesome deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AUS to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from AUS to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Kick back and get cosy after your AUS to Reykjavik flight at any of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Reykjavik in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUS to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other corners 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, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are the start of reasons to visit.