Travelling from Reykjavik to Tokyo: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo taking off from here.
When working out where to land in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the major entry points.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo nine hours ahead of Reykjavik.
Leave enough time to get on your Reykjavik to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Reykjavik to Tokyo flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Reykjavik to Tokyo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Reykjavik to Tokyo flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
KEF is around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
66.96% of flights that leave from Keflavik International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Following your flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your Reykjavik to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will save you money.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Reykjavik to Tokyo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Tokyo, check out our selection of hotels including:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, consider Osaka, roughly 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key reasons to visit.
