Flying from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London (the location of London Southend Airport).
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SEN to Reykjavik flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SEN to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Travelling from central London to SEN takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 1 hour 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to SEN? If you're catching an early flight from London Southend Airport to Reykjavik, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
77.91% of flights that leave from London Southend Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Reykjavik
105 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Southend Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return plane tickets start from 194 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from SEN to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from London Southend Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and snap up an awesome deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEN to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Southend Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SEN to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from London Southend Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SEN to Reykjavik flight:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from London Southend Airport to Reykjavik. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Reykjavik in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your London Southend Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SEN to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Southend Airport to Reykjavik, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. No visit is complete without checking out Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.