Flying from Reykjavik to London: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to London departing from here.
London has a range of airports you can jet into. Land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). Alternatively, touch down at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
A direct flight from Reykjavik to London takes on average 2 hours 54 minutes. London's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Reykjavik.
With 32 flights a week between the two airports, Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to London Luton Airport (LTN) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Reykjavik to London with Icelandair at 07:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from KEF to LTN is with British Airways at 18:30.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Reykjavik to London. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you have a passport from Iceland and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap flight from Reykjavik to London.
Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
You can reserve a direct flight from Reykjavik to London departing from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Set off from KEF and then land at any of these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
At KEF, there's a range of airlines operating direct flights from Reykjavik to London, including:
We make it simple to find a flight from Reykjavik to London with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Keflavik International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 49 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Keflavik International Airport:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Reykjavik to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Reykjavik to London, expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Reykjavik to London:
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to London is Rs9,356. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs25,434. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 4 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Reykjavik to London.
December is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Reykjavik to London. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Reykjavik to London. To travel when it's less crowded, go to London in February.
Book your flight from Reykjavik to London for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to London sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Reykjavik to London to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in London, from the most popular car rental to the average daily price.