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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Reykjavik flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Reykjavik

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Gatwick to Reykjavik? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs15,321
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Reykjavik is Rs25,750. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Reykjavik.
TAP Air Portugal, Emirates and Icelandair fly direct from London Gatwick to Reykjavik.
As of June 2025, there are 33 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Reykjavik.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Reykjavik is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from London Gatwick Airport, the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 37.4 km away from the centre of Reykjavik. We've found flights into this airport from Rs25,750.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Reykjavik.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik is 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London (the location of London Gatwick Airport).

  • The most popular route is from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). You can select from 11 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LGW to KEF is the 06:20 easyJet option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 15:40 with Icelandair.

  • To avoid rushing for your LGW to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Start your trip at LGW and land at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).

  • Book your ticket with Icelandair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik.

  • We make it simple to book flight tickets from LGW to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

    • Bergen Airport (BGO)

    • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:

  • 69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reykjavik

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik flight is Rs15,321. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs25,750. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from LGW to Reykjavik by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Reykjavik.

Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)

  • After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).

  • The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LGW to Reykjavik flight:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • Visit Reykjavik in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Book a London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.

More about Reykjavik

  • After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are popular attractions which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.

Explore more of Iceland

  • Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.

  • Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without experiencing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.

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