Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is six hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SLC to Reykjavik flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SLC to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SLC? If you're catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Salt Lake City International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.4% of flights that depart SLC arrive at their destination without delay.
You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Reykjavik
Rs110,976 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs204,944. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from SLC to Reykjavik, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across every month and land an awesome deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Hit the road running by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SLC to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. After your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your SLC to Reykjavik flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Reykjavik in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SLC to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel 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 most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to discover more of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its popular sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Vestmannaeyjar is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.