Flying from Denver to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Denver. Denver International Airport (DEN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Denver to Reykjavik taking off from here.
Touch down at Reykjavik's chief entry point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Jump on a direct Denver to Reykjavik flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 7 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik is six hours ahead of Denver and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
With eight weekly flights between the two airports, Denver International Airport (DEN) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Denver to Reykjavik with Icelandair at 15:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from DEN to KEF is with Icelandair at 20:10.
Leave enough time to make your Denver to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Reykjavik
Currently, 260 € is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Denver to Reykjavik. The cheapest price for a return flight is 445 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap Denver to Reykjavik flights, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
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Flying from Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Take off from Denver International Airport (DEN) on a nonstop flight from Denver to Reykjavik. From DEN, you can fly directly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Icelandair is a leading airline that offers direct Denver to Reykjavik plane tickets leaving from DEN.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Denver to Reykjavik flights departing from Denver International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Denver, DEN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Denver to Reykjavik? Check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to Denver International Airport.
80.23% of flights leaving Denver International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DEN.
The address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Denver to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Denver to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Denver to Reykjavik, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Denver to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Denver to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Denver to Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Reykjavik must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Hafnarfjörður is another must-experience destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.