Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is four hours ahead of London, where London International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your YXU to Reykjavik flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
YXU is around 10 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from London International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to YXU:
Of all flights leaving London International Airport, 50.41% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Reykjavik
Rs170,471 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs191,764. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from YXU to Reykjavik, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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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 if you're using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from London International Airport to Reykjavik. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Explore without limits with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and find adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before your flight from YXU to Reykjavik can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from London International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
Following your YXU to Reykjavik flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near RKV. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before booking your flights from London International Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a London International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YXU to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel during 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 lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London International Airport to Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Reykjavik must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
