Flying from Reykjavik to Tokyo: what you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo leaving from here.
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is nine hours ahead of Reykjavik.
To ensure you get on your Reykjavik to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Reykjavik to Tokyo flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
We make it a cinch to find a Reykjavik to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Keflavik International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the flights that depart from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Pick up a Haneda Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
After your flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo, tuck yourself in at a hotel near NRT. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can get you a lower rate.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Reykjavik to Tokyo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, consider Osaka, roughly 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key reasons to visit.