Flying from Cork Airport (ORK) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Cork (the location of Cork Airport).
To avoid rushing for your ORK to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from ORK to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Cork to ORK takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kms (3 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to ORK? If you're catching an early flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
70.51% of flights that depart Cork Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Reykjavik
£54 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cork Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts at £172. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ORK to Reykjavik, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Cork Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kms (30 miles). It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ORK to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kms (1.00 mile) from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ORK to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Travel to Reykjavik during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cork Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Cork Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ORK to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Cork Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top attractions which should feature on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel around 150 miles north-east to Akureyri to tick off its leading attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Vestmannaeyjar is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 75 miles south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without dropping by Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.