Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Manchester and Reykjavik follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Each week, there are 17 Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, select the 06:00 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 20:40 with Icelandair.
To ensure you catch your MAN to KEF flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop to Reykjavik, Iceland. Jet off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Icelandair.
With 68.85% of services landing as planned, Icelandair is the most punctual carrier offering MAN to KEF flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MAN and KEF:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
33 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Return flights start from 80 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from MAN to KEF by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAN to KEF.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Book a hotel near KEF if you're catching a late Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and find adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to central Reykjavik has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to KEF in December. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iceland you'll want to see. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a trip to Kópavogur will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.