Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SFO to Reykjavik flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from SFO to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
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Located around 18 kilometres from central San Francisco, SFO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SFO:
78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reykjavik
Rs85,775 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return ticket right now is Rs188,252. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SFO to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
For the best deal, book your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SFO to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your SFO to Reykjavik flight, settle in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Before booking a San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are top sights which should be on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres northeast to Akureyri to check off its top sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, your itinerary will be busy.
Vestmannaeyjar is another must-experience destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
