Travelling from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): What you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) jetting off from here.
6 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport flight.
New York is four hours behind Reykjavik. Newark Liberty International Airport is located in New York, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). There are 9 direct services each week. United Airlines operates a 11am departure between KEF and EWR.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to EWR. 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.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
You can take a direct flight from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Icelandair is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport taking off from KEF.
Icelandair is the airline most travellers choose for flights from KEF to EWR.
With 71.19% of services landing on schedule, Icelandair is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Reykjavik to EWR with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KEF and EWR include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Keflavik International Airport:
66.96% of flights departing from Keflavik International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
You can arrive at RKV from central Reykjavik in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Reykjavik International Airport the day before your Reykjavik to EWR flight:
76.1% of all departures from Reykjavik International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider booking a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late flight from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond New York's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks before your Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport flight.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
Newark Liberty International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central New York. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
At the moment, 248 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 363 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Reykjavik to EWR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). August is the most popular month to visit New York. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Reykjavik to EWR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Newark Liberty International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of things to do in New York when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Central Park followed by Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Baltimore, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of New York. Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are highlights.