Flying from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Dusseldorf. Explore your options departing from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when planning your flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik.
Come in for landing at Reykjavik's primary gateway, Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF).
The average duration of a direct Dusseldorf to Reykjavik flight is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Dusseldorf and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your Dusseldorf to Reykjavik flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik, you can leave from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Travel from DUS to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) in one seamless journey.
Lock in your Dusseldorf to Reykjavik plane tickets with Eurowings. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from DUS.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Dusseldorf to Reykjavik flights leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
DUS is about 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Dusseldorf International Airport:
Dusseldorf International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from DUS arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Dusseldorf to Reykjavik flight, here's where you can stop when departing from Weeze Airport:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Weeze Airport the day before your flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik:
Flights from Weeze Airport are known for their punctuality, with 85% of them arriving as expected.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Go where the road takes you with a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and see more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).
The journey will take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to RKV. Unwind after your Dusseldorf to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik Domestic Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the busiest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Reykjavik in March.
When booking your Dusseldorf to Reykjavik tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Centre, Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre and Sun Voyager are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Travel about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its top sights. From Heidmork Nature Reserve to Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Hafnarfjörður is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without visiting Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.