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Wed, Aug 12
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£172
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2 stops
Wed, Aug 19
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£176
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Mon, Aug 17
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£181
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Wed, Aug 5
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£207
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Thu, Aug 13
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£211
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Thu, Aug 20
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£219
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Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£325
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Mon, Aug 17 – Wed, Aug 26
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Mon, Aug 3 – Tue, Aug 11
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
£332
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Mon, Aug 17 – Fri, Aug 28
Athens ATHReykjavik KEF
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How much do flights to Reykjavik cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£172

Cheapest round-trip

£325

Average round-trip

£416

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Icelandair

Getting from Reykjavik's airport to the city center

Fastest options: Flybus and private transfers. Best value: public bus and shared shuttles.

Reykjavik is served by Keflavík International Airport (KEF), located 50 km southwest of the city center. As Iceland's main international gateway, the airport handles the vast majority of visitors arriving in the country. Airport transfers to city center destinations include coach services, shared shuttles, taxis, private transfers, and rental cars. There is no rail connection between the airport and Reykjavik. Journey times typically range from 45 to 60 minutes depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

45-50 min

kr 3,499; ISK 3,499 (~$25 USD); hotel drop-off available for additional fee

meets all flights (traffic dependent)

reliable and affordable

45-60 min

kr 3,490 – kr 4,490; ISK 3,490–4,490 (~$25–32 USD); includes hotel drop-off

meets all flights (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

75-90 min

kr 2,100; ISK 2,100 (~$15 USD); exact fare or app payment

limited departures daily (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

40-55 min

kr 18,000 – kr 25,000; ISK 18,000–25,000 (~$130–180 USD); metered fare

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

direct and private

40-50 min

kr 20,000 – kr 35,000; ISK 20,000–35,000 (~$145–250 USD); pre-booked

by reservation (traffic dependent)

groups and families

40-55 min

kr 8,000 – kr 20,000; ISK 8,000–20,000/day (~$58–145 USD); varies by vehicle

24/7 at airport (traffic dependent)

exploring Iceland independently

Notes:

  • Prices in ISK; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • No rail connection exists between Keflavík Airport and Reykjavik.
  • Winter weather and road conditions can significantly affect journey times.
  • Most shuttle services offer hotel pick-up and drop-off for an additional fee.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Reykjavik

Depart from
Athens International
Arrive to
Keflavík International
Average flights per week
386
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Blue Lagoon - Great Geysir, Iceland - Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland - Snaefellsnes

Check-in for a flight from Athens to Reykjavik

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
IcelandairICEFINo
AegeanAEEA3No
SASSASSKNo
easyJetEZYU2Yes
SKY expressSEHGQNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Reykjavik

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January1°C-2°C
February2°C-1°C
March2°C-1°C
April5°C1°C
May8°C4°C
June11°C7°C
July13°C9°C
August13°C8°C
September10°C6°C
October6°C3°C
November3°C0°C
December1°C-2°C
Hottest Month
13°C
July
Coldest month
-2°C
December
Sunny days
203
days per year
Snow days
36
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
27 Jun
86%
12°C8°C
4 Jul
14°C7°C
Sunday
28 Jun
80%
10°C9°C
5 Jul
58%
12°C10°C
Monday
29 Jun
81%
11°C8°C
6 Jul
36%
13°C9°C
Tuesday
30 Jun
74%
12°C9°C
7 Jul
90%
12°C10°C
Wednesday
1 Jul
85%
12°C10°C
8 Jul
34%
13°C10°C
Thursday
2 Jul
74%
10°C9°C
9 Jul
13°C10°C
Friday
3 Jul
60%
9°C8°C
10 Jul
75%
12°C11°C

Reykjavik travel tips

Beware of prices for alcohol in Reykjavik

Unless you mind spending much money on alcoholic drinks, you can buy them in restaurants and bars. However, if you care about your budget, keep in mind that one glass of beer usually costs about 10-12 euro in pubs. In supermarkets, the situation doesn't differ drastically. Spirits in Reykjavik are expensive, according to the national health care program.

Drive carefully in Reykjavik

Road quality in Reykjavik is nearly perfect, but climate conditions are the problem. Bear in mind that weather can be unpredictable all year round, influencing your driving as well. So, it is better to entrust the wheel to the most experienced person.

Sushi tastes nice not only in Asia but in Reykjavik as well

Since Reykjavik’s seaside location, sushi has become a must in locals’ routine. Pay a visit to Sushibarinn bar and make sure that sushi in Europe can taste well. There are always pretty nice “rolls of the week” for approximately 10 euro.

Book your trip to arrive at Keflavík International, or Reykjavík. The most popular airlines for this route are Icelandair, Aegean, SAS, easyJet, and SKY express. Athens and Reykjavik have 386 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Reykjavik, consider visiting Blue Lagoon, Great Geysir, Iceland, Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland, and Snaefellsnes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Athens?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Athens and London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Larnaca, Tirana, Tel Aviv, Birmingham, Bristol, Barcelona, Glasgow, Istanbul, Bucharest, Santorini, Heraklion, Newcastle upon Tyne, Crete, Aberdeen, Milan, Paris, Thessaloniki.
What are the most popular routes to and from Reykjavik?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Reykjavik and London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, Belfast, Liverpool, Bucharest, Tirana, Copenhagen, Vilnius, Vienna, Riga, Warsaw, Milan, Amsterdam, Budapest, Madrid, Prague, Barcelona.
Which airports are there in Athens?
Athens is mainly served by Athens International. But there are other airports nearby, including Athen Helenikon Airport.
What airports are near Athens?
The main airport in Athens is Athens International. It is also served by Milos Island National, Kalamata International, Araxos.
Which airlines fly between Athens and Reykjavik?
Currently, you can fly between Athens and Reykjavik with Icelandair, Aegean, SAS, easyJet, SKY express.
When’s the best time to travel between Athens and Reykjavik?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Athens and Reykjavik, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Athens and Reykjavik?
Traveling between Athens and Reykjavik, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Athens?
There are a number of airports in and around Athens. The main one is Athens International and other nearby airports include Milos Island National, Kalamata International, Araxos
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Athens and Reykjavik depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Athens, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Athens and Reykjavik arrive?
What time do flights between Athens and Reykjavik depart?
What time do flights between Athens and Reykjavik arrive?

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