Travelling from Beijing to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Beijing. Check out your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when planning your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is where you'll be arriving in Reykjavik.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Beijing.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Beijing to Reykjavik flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Reykjavik
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Beijing to Reykjavik flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Beijing to Reykjavik across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Beijing to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Beijing to Reykjavik flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Beijing to Reykjavik flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on time at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Give yourself a moment to recharge during your Beijing to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a great option between Daxing International Airport and Reykjavik.
You can reach PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik:
Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 89% of flights leaving here land precisely when expected.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Travel at your own pace with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and see more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've hopped off your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik, it takes approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik. July is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Beijing to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Beijing to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are must-do's during your Reykjavik adventure.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are the start of reasons to visit.