Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik is 2 hours 17 minutes.
Edinburgh (the location of Edinburgh Airport) and Reykjavik share the same timezone — UTC+0.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route, with 5 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from EDI to KEF is with easyJet at 17:25. Opt for the first departure with easyJet at 06:00 if you want to get going early.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from EDI to Reykjavik.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik that arrives at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Look out for promotions from easyJet. This carrier operates direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from EDI to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can visit Iceland for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before booking your cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Reykjavik
45 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik. Return flights start at 85 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from EDI to Reykjavik, book your journey 8 months ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from EDI to Reykjavik is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 49 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 13 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 23 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from EDI to Reykjavik at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Search for cheap flights from EDI 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
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Reykjavik and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik.