Travelling from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport (SWF): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport (SWF).
The average time for a direct Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport flight is 6 hours 5 minutes.
New York is four hours behind Reykjavik. Stewart International Airport is located in New York, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Stewart International Airport (SWF) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. Travel from KEF to SWF on Fly Play's 4pm flight.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Reykjavik to SWF.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Get there in one go from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Direct flights from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport (SWF) can be booked from here.
Fly Play is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport departing from KEF.
Fly Play is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from KEF to SWF.
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Reykjavik to SWF even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is an option when leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
KEF is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Keflavik International Airport:
Of the departures from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% land on time at their destination.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
You can arrive at RKV from the centre of Reykjavik in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Reykjavik to SWF flight? Check in to a hotel near Reykjavik International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.1%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Stewart International Airport (SWF)
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SWF:
You'll find SWF at 1180 1st St.
Getting from Stewart International Airport (SWF) to central New York
Central New York is around 121 kilometres from Stewart International Airport and takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport (SWF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport is 195 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 248 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from Reykjavik to SWF by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Reykjavik to SWF.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport (SWF)
July is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport (SWF). Visit New York in April for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Reykjavik to SWF plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Reykjavik to Stewart International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of the United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 274 kilometres south-west of New York, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
