Travelling from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is six hours ahead of St Louis.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your STL to Reykjavik flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from STL to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
STL is around 16 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near STL:
76% of flights that take off from St Louis Lambert International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Reykjavik
387 € is currently the best price for a one-way St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts at 445 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from STL to Reykjavik, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across every month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from STL to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can check in after your STL to Reykjavik flight:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik. August is the most popular month to visit Reykjavik. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book a St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from STL 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
Once you've booked your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are popular attractions which should feature on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are among its highlights.