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How much do flights to Reykjavik cost?
Getting from Reykjavik's airport to the city center
Fastest options: Flybus and private transfers. Best value: public bus and shared shuttles.
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
Weekly direct flights
Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Edinburgh to Reykjavik in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.
| Airline | Mon 13.04 | Tue 14.04 | Wed 15.04 | Thu 16.04 | Fri 17.04 | Sat 18.04 | Sun 19.04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | 1 | |
| --- | --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 5 total | Daily flights: 0.71 average | Most flights: Tuesday 1 flights |
| Airline | Mon 20.04 | Tue 21.04 | Wed 22.04 | Thu 23.04 | Fri 24.04 | Sat 25.04 | Sun 26.04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | 1 | |
| --- | --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 5 total | Daily flights: 0.71 average | Most flights: Tuesday 1 flights |
| Airline | Mon 27.04 | Tue 28.04 | Wed 29.04 | Thu 30.04 | Fri 01.05 | Sat 02.05 | Sun 03.05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | 1 | |
| --- | --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 5 total | Daily flights: 0.71 average | Most flights: Tuesday 1 flights |
| Airline | Mon 04.05 | Tue 05.05 | Wed 06.05 | Thu 07.05 | Fri 08.05 | Sat 09.05 | Sun 10.05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | 1 | |
| --- | --- | 1 | --- | --- | 1 | --- | |
| Weekly flights: 5 total | Daily flights: 0.71 average | Most flights: Tuesday 1 flights |
Check-in for a flight from Edinburgh to Reykjavik
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | RYR | FR | No |
| easyJet | EZY | U2 | Yes |
| Icelandair | ICE | FI | No |
| Wizz Air | WZZ | W6 | No |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | NAX | DY | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Reykjavik
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 1°C | -2°C |
| February | 2°C | -1°C |
| March | 2°C | -1°C |
| April | 5°C | 1°C |
| May | 8°C | 4°C |
| June | 11°C | 7°C |
| July | 13°C | 9°C |
| August | 13°C | 8°C |
| September | 10°C | 6°C |
| October | 6°C | 3°C |
| November | 3°C | 0°C |
| December | 1°C | -2°C |
14 day forecast
Reykjavik travel tips
For smooth talks with locals in Reykjavik, try to remember a few phrases in Icelandic
You will feel comfortable speaking English in Reykjavik. But it is so pleasant to see locals' approval smiles after attempts to say a few words in their native language. Try saying “Góðan daginn” to greet people (pronounced ‘go-than di-yen’), and “Takk” for an informal to thank someone.
Book a taxi in Reykjavik in advance
You can not hail taxis from the road as you do in other countries. Besides, there are no such taxi services like Uber or Lyft. In Reykjavik, you need to book a taxi on the phone by calling Hreyfill service (+354-588-5522) or BSR service (+354-561-0000).
Beatles fans will appreciate Imagine the Peace Tower in Reykjavik
Not far from Reykjavik, on the Viðey island, there is a mecca for Beatles fans. The Imagine Peace Tower is a memorial dedicated to John Lennon. Its name dates back to the “Imagine” song lyrics. The memorial is a 4 km high pillar of light directed upwards with the carved inscription “imagine the peace” in 24 languages. Try to find your language and share the photo.
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