Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Istanbul.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to KEF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IST and KEF include:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Zurich Airport
Goteborg Landvetter Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
107 € is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Return flights start at 212 €. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from IST to KEF, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IST to KEF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and experience the lesser-explored corners of Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
From Keflavik International Airport, Reykjavik is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Keflavik International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Reykjavik during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IST to KEF in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Hafnarfjörður is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without dropping by Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.