Flying from Philadelphia to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik jetting off from here.
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the primary arrival point in Reykjavik.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Philadelphia to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Reykjavik
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Philadelphia to Reykjavik flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Reykjavik is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Philadelphia to Reykjavik flights.
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a breeze to find a Philadelphia to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Reykjavik flight.
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik Domestic Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Rental or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik. August is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia to Reykjavik ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel during 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 ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Reykjavik, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Centre, Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre and Sun Voyager are essential stops on your Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Travel around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its must-visit sights. From Heidmork Nature Reserve to Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.
