Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik and Cork (where Cork Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
To avoid rushing for your ORK to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from ORK to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Cork, ORK can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ORK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights departing from Cork Airport, 70.51% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Reykjavik
65 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cork Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts at 130 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ORK to Reykjavik, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Cork Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want 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 lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ORK to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik has touched down, 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 choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Following your ORK to Reykjavik flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near RKV. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Travel to Reykjavik during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cork Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Cork Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ORK to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to tick off its leading attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Vestmannaeyjar is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without dropping by Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.