Flying from Vancouver to Reykjavik: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik. Check out your options for leaving Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Touch down at Reykjavik's major arrival point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Jump on a direct Vancouver to Reykjavik flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Reykjavik seven hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are four departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik is with Icelandair at 19:15. Opt for the first YVR to KEF departure operated by Icelandair at 14:35 to make the most of your arrival in Reykjavik.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Vancouver to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Reykjavik
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik, you can depart from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Travel from YVR to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in one seamless journey.
Icelandair is a leading airline that offers direct Vancouver to Reykjavik plane tickets from YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Reykjavik flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). As soon as your flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Reykjavik, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Vancouver to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Reykjavik, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are popular attractions which should feature on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Hafnarfjörður is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without experiencing Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.