Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Reykjavik one hour behind Amsterdam.
Choose from 16 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flights. The 06:35 departure with Transavia is the earliest flight available. Icelandair operates the latest service of the day at 21:25.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AMS to KEF flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, so getting to Reykjavik (and then seeing more of Iceland!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Flugfélag Íslands has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Transavia is a leader in on-time performance for AMS to KEF flights, with 87.8% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between AMS and KEF:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight is Rs30,652. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs49,926. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to KEF.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're taking a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and experience the lesser-explored corners of Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your ride from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Reykjavik in March.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AMS to KEF sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
Hafnarfjörður is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.








