Flying from Stockholm to Reykjavik: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik. Check out your options for flying out of Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is where your flight will arrive in Reykjavik.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Stockholm to Reykjavik flight.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Stockholm and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are ten departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik is with SAS at 23:00. Opt for the first ARN to KEF departure operated by Icelandair at 12:45 to make the most of your arrival in Reykjavik.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Stockholm to Reykjavik flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Reykjavik
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
If you're after a direct flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik, you can depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Fly from ARN to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) without making any stops.
Be on the lookout for deals with Icelandair. This carrier offers direct Stockholm to Reykjavik plane tickets out of ARN.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Stockholm to Reykjavik flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
ARN is about 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Of all flights leaving Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your Stockholm to Reykjavik flight with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). One of the main stopovers between Bromma Airport and Reykjavik, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik, unwind in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
When reserving your ticket from Stockholm to Reykjavik out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a pit stop at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of Stockholm, NYO is around 88 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Early departures from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are more relaxed when you stay in a hotel close by. Consider checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Reykjavik flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rating of 80.46%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Stockholm to Reykjavik has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
The trip will take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will help you save.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Book a Stockholm to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Stockholm to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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 Stockholm to Reykjavik, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just two of the major attractions to put on your Reykjavik must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other parts of Iceland. Travel about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its leading sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.
