Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Durham.
Each week, there are five Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 19:30 Icelandair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:30 with Icelandair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to KEF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Flugfélag Íslands offers direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Reykjavik — and maybe even more of Iceland if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Flugfélag Íslands.
Flugfélag Íslands is the most punctual carrier offering RDU to KEF flights, with 77.27% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between RDU and KEF include:
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Right now, 264 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 363 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from RDU to KEF by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RDU to KEF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're taking a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport about four weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to KEF sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.