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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 224 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Reykjavik

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Reykjavik flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Reykjavik

Alternative London Heathrow to Reykjavik routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Reykjavik? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found181 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineIcelandair
Average flights per week117

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Reykjavik is 181 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Reykjavik.
Icelandair, Emirates and Air India fly direct from London Heathrow to Reykjavik.
As of May 2026, there are 234 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Reykjavik.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Reykjavik is usually February.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 37.4 km away from the centre of Reykjavik. We've found flights into this airport from 181 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik on Tuesday, 2 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 5°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Reykjavik.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik is 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London (the location of London Heathrow Airport).

  • With 22 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 07:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from LHR to KEF is with Icelandair at 21:25.

  • Leave enough time to make your LHR to Reykjavik flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.

  • Start your journey at LHR and fly straight to Keflavik Airport (KEF). That's where you can expect to land when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik tickets.

  • Book your favourite seat with Icelandair. This well-known airline operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from LHR to Reykjavik. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:

  • 78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Reykjavik

  • 90 € is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return plane tickets start at 181 €. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Score cheap flights from LHR to Reykjavik by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for picking up cheap London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LHR to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik Airport (KEF)

  • The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks before your flight from LHR to Reykjavik.

Reykjavik Airport (RKV)

  • Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.

  • Following your LHR to Reykjavik flight, rest your head at a hotel near RKV. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • August is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, visit Reykjavik in January.

  • Lock in a London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July to visit 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 LHR to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Reykjavik

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik:

  • Harpa and The Northern Light Centre are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Sun Voyager.

Explore more of Iceland

  • Reykjavik will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres northeast of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.

  • Vestmannaeyjar is another must-experience destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.

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