Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your AUS to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. 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 trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from AUS to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey from central Austin to AUS takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel close to AUS? If you're catching an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Reykjavik
Rs89,993 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs152,770. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from AUS to Reykjavik if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices throughout the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from AUS to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. Once you've hopped off your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can check in after your AUS to Reykjavik flight:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUS to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Reykjavik right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover more of Iceland. Travel about 241 kilometres northeast to Akureyri to tick off its top attractions. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.