Flying from London to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Keflavik International Airport (KEF), you'll have a good selection of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Approximately 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London to Keflavik International Airport.
Keflavik International Airport is located in Reykjavik. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
Your flight from London to KEF won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Go straight to your destination from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) operate from here.
Icelandair is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from London to Keflavik International Airport leaving from LHR.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from London to KEF leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from London to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has direct flights from London to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
When leaving from LGW, you can choose from a good range of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Take to the skies on a direct flight from London to KEF with one of these:
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Keflavik International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between London Gatwick Airport and KEF:
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to KEF? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Reserve a hotel close to KEF if you're catching a late flight from London to Keflavik International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Rs12,385 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Keflavik International Airport. Return flights start from Rs24,078. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Lock in cheap tickets from London to KEF by booking 3 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
December is the cheapest month for tickets from London to Keflavik International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London to Keflavik International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Reykjavik. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Reykjavik. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from London to KEF sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Keflavik International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Keflavik International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Reykjavik is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland.
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