Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is 3 hours.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Birmingham.
Leave plenty of time to make your BHX to KEF flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jet2 is your gateway to discovering Reykjavik (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Iceland!). Browse the direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Jet2 has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for BHX to KEF flights is Jet2.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BHX and KEF:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight is 31 €. A round-trip fare is currently 77 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BHX to KEF.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights that leave from Birmingham International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BHX:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to the centre of Reykjavik has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Reykjavik in January.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Keflavik International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Reykjavik during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to KEF in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a trip to Kópavogur will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are highlights.