Flying from Glasgow to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik flying out of Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Touch down at Reykjavik's primary gateway, Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Glasgow to Reykjavik flight.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow.
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are six weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik is with Icelandair at 14:20. Opt for the first GLA to KEF departure with Jet2 at 07:40 to fit in more activities on your first day in Reykjavik.
To ensure you don't miss your Glasgow to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Reykjavik
Book four months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Glasgow to Reykjavik flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Glasgow to Reykjavik is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
You can book a direct flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik departing from Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA). Begin your trip at GLA and come in for landing at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Keep an eye out for deals with Icelandair. This airline offers direct Glasgow to Reykjavik plane tickets from GLA.
We make it easy to book a Glasgow to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Glasgow Intl Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Glasgow Intl Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
81% of flights leaving Glasgow Intl Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from GLA.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Glasgow to Reykjavik flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Reykjavik:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik? Unwind in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 83% of them landing as expected.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). After your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Pick up a Reykjavik Domestic Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will help you save.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, visit Reykjavik in March.
Before locking in your Glasgow to Reykjavik tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Centre and Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Reykjavik to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check 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 standout destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without visiting Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.