Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Akureyri Airport (AEY): what you need to know
Akureyri is eight hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your SFO to AEY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport flight is 436 €. A return ticket is currently 917 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to AEY if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to AEY by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Akureyri Airport (AEY)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near AEY:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Akureyri Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Akureyri's main sights.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Akureyri Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your travel date.
Getting from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to central Akureyri
From Akureyri Airport, Akureyri is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
November is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Akureyri in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Akureyri Airport for July if you'd like to visit Akureyri during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to AEY sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iceland just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Akureyri, a trip to Reykjavik will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Akureyri, Kópavogur is another essential stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
