Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Copenhagen and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 35 weekly Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your CPH to KEF flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Reykjavik (and then other corners of Iceland) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Flugfélag Íslands.
With an impressive 81.96% of services arriving as planned, Scandinavian Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CPH to KEF flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CPH and KEF:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Bergen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
75 € is the lowest price for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. A return flight starts at 159 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from CPH to KEF by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Copenhagen Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from CPH land on time.
Central Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CPH. Whether you have an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and chase adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It takes roughly 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CPH 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 its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.