Flying from Paris to Reykjavik: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Paris to Reykjavik, there's a good range of airports to depart from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main options.
Disembark at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the primary gateway of Reykjavik.
Jump on a direct Paris to Reykjavik flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 21 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Paris to Reykjavik is with Icelandair at 22:20. Go for the first CDG to KEF departure operated by Icelandair at 07:10 to make the most of your arrival in Reykjavik.
To ensure you get on your Paris to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Reykjavik
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Take off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Reykjavik. From CDG, you can fly directly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Icelandair is a well-known airline that offers direct Paris to Reykjavik plane tickets from CDG.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Paris to Reykjavik flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Rather start your trip at Paris Orly Airport (ORY)? This hub offers direct flights from Paris to Reykjavik, seamlessly connecting to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
easyJet offers direct Paris to Reykjavik plane tickets from ORY. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Reykjavik flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Paris Orly Airport and Reykjavik:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
You can reach ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Paris to Reykjavik, kick back in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
76% of flights departing Paris Orly Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can reserve a ticket from Paris to Reykjavik with one or more stops out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BVA and Reykjavik:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
BVA is around 72 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Paris to Reykjavik flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights that leave from BVA make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 66.39% of the time.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 50 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and discover more of Reykjavik and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Paris to Reykjavik flight.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). As soon as your flight from Paris to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Paris to Reykjavik. July is the busiest month for a trip to Reykjavik. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Paris to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Reykjavik, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Reykjavik must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a trip to Kópavogur will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without a visit to Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.