Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Houston, where George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your IAH to Reykjavik flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from IAH to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near IAH. Whether you're taking an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
78.42% of flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik flight is Rs90,454. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs150,833. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from IAH to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across the month and score an awesome deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IAH to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find a cheap flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from IAH to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. After your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
Following your IAH to Reykjavik flight, rest your head at a hotel near RKV. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Visit Reykjavik during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reykjavik, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its top attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Vestmannaeyjar is another must-experience destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
