Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik four hours ahead of New York.
Each week, there are nine Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, pick the 19:30 Icelandair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:25 with United Airlines.
Your EWR to KEF flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Icelandair has direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Reykjavik — and maybe even more of Iceland if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Icelandair on this route.
Icelandair is the most punctual carrier operating EWR to KEF flights, with 68.97% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and KEF:
Logan International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight is Rs86,086. A round-trip fare is currently Rs111,616. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from EWR to KEF, book your journey seven months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
When it comes to Newark Liberty International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.3% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Newark Liberty International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to EWR:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and find adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Reykjavik during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 15ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to KEF in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its leading sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Iceland, head for Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are among its highlights.