Flying from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): What you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) taking off from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Reykjavik is four hours behind Dubai. Keflavik International Airport is located in Reykjavik, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Dubai to KEF. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to KEF. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
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Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to KEF flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near KEF:
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Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Dubai to Keflavik International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to the centre of Reykjavik is roughly 40 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
At the moment, Rs66,578 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs134,201. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to KEF if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Dubai to Keflavik International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
February is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport (KEF), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Dubai to KEF flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
December has temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Dubai to Keflavik International Airport:
Your trip to Reykjavik wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Around 137 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
