Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is four hours ahead of Rochester, where Greater Rochester International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your ROC to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from ROC to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Rochester, ROC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ROC:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Greater Rochester International Airport, 73.76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Reykjavik
Rs146,391 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs207,212. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from ROC to Reykjavik, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ROC to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Follow your own route with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and venture far and wide through Reykjavik and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ROC to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
The trip will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ROC to Reykjavik flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Reykjavik in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ROC to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just two of the top attractions to put on your Reykjavik to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a trip to Akureyri will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another must-experience destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without a visit to Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
