Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is 6 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is six hours ahead of Calgary.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YYC to KEF flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
WestJet is your gateway to exploring Reykjavik (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Iceland!). Check out the direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with WestJet on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
158 € is the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 296 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from YYC to KEF, book your journey ten months ahead of your planned departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC's address is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Of the flights that depart from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% land on time at their destination.
Calgary International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YYC:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're catching a late Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and experience more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to the centre of Reykjavik has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Reykjavik in January.
When reserving your flight from Calgary International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YYC to KEF in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to discover more of Iceland. Travel around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its top sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Hafnarfjörður is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.