Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
With six flights a week between the two airports, Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. Board Icelandair's 19:30 flight to get your trip from RDU to KEF underway.
To avoid missing your RDU to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Begin your trip at RDU and arrive at Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Book your favourite seat with Icelandair. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from RDU to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Durham to RDU takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Reykjavik
Rs95,383 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts at Rs157,622. These fares may change based on demand.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RDU to Reykjavik.
The best month for scoring cheap Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near KEF if you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Reserving your vehicle from Keflavik Airport about four weeks before your flight from RDU to Reykjavik can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RDU to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Reykjavik, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Harpa and The Northern Light Centre are just two of the big attractions to add to your Reykjavik to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other corners of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres northeast to Akureyri to check off its popular sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Vestmannaeyjar is another standout destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without visiting Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
