Flying from Reykjavik to London: what you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Reykjavik to London.
Fly into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also touch down in London at Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The average duration of a direct Reykjavik to London flight is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Reykjavik and London are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 21 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Reykjavik to London is with British Airways at 18:30. Go for the first KEF to LHR departure with Icelandair at 07:40 to fit in more activities on your first day in London.
To ensure you make it on your Reykjavik to London flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to London
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to London is £26. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £64. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book ten months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Reykjavik to London flights.
January is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Reykjavik to London. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
You can book a direct flight from Reykjavik to London departing from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Board your plane at KEF and then arrive at one of these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Direct Reykjavik to London plane tickets are offered by numerous airlines at KEF. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Reykjavik to London flights leaving from Keflavik International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
KEF is around 25 miles from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Keflavik International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Reykjavik to London, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 16 miles. It takes about 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 25 miles from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Reykjavik to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your Reykjavik to London flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 30 miles from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Reykjavik to London.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel near STN. Settle in at one of these options after your Reykjavik to London flight:
Start your trip without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Reykjavik to London is a good time to book your ride from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Reykjavik to London. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Reykjavik to London ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Reykjavik to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 100 miles north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 110 miles west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.