Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 10 minutes.
Reykjavik is four hours ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. Reykjavik runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route, with 16 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from JFK to KEF is with Delta Air Lines at 23:55. Opt for the first departure operated by Icelandair at 19:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your JFK to Reykjavik flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Start your trip at JFK and travel nonstop to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). That's where you can expect to land when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
Icelandair is a popular airline that operates direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from JFK to Reykjavik. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Reykjavik
180 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts from 303 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from JFK to Reykjavik, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your flight from JFK to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
After stepping off your JFK to Reykjavik flight, unwind at a hotel near RKV. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Plan your trip to Reykjavik in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JFK 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
Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are leading attractions which should feature on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.