Flying from Reykjavik to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles leaving from here.
Touch down in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Los Angeles is seven hours behind Reykjavik and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Reykjavik to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Los Angeles
To pick up cheap Reykjavik to Los Angeles flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Reykjavik to Los Angeles is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Reykjavik to Los Angeles flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Reykjavik to Los Angeles flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Keflavik International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Keflavik International Airport:
When it comes to Keflavik International Airport's on-time performance, 66.96% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to VNY. Tuck yourself in after your Reykjavik to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Reykjavik to Los Angeles ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.