Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is six hours ahead of Austin.
To ensure you catch your AUS to KEF flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between AUS and KEF include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
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Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
77% of flights that take off from Austin-Bergstrom Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Austin to Austin-Bergstrom Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near AUS? If you're boarding an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from AUS to KEF in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
Hafnarfjörður is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without dropping by Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.