Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is four hours ahead of New York.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your LGA to Reykjavik flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LGA to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The journey from central New York to LGA takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near LGA. Whether you've booked an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
80.0% of flights departing from LaGuardia Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LGA.
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Reykjavik
282 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 352 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from LGA to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LGA to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and discover more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from LGA to Reykjavik can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LGA to Reykjavik flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Travel to Reykjavik during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LGA to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top sights which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a trip to Akureyri will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are the start of reasons to visit.