Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Hamburg and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your HAM to KEF flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Reykjavik adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Iceland:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Eurowings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HAM and KEF:
Copenhagen Airport
Manchester Airport
Goteborg Landvetter Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Rs21,975 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs44,274. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book ten months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HAM to KEF.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HAM to KEF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg Airport, data shows 75.01% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Hamburg Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near HAM? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and venture far and wide through Reykjavik and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best 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. Book your flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from HAM to KEF in December if you want to travel in 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 more of Iceland. Journey around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its top sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Start your sightseeing at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.