Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik is 3 hours 9 minutes.
London (the location of London Heathrow Airport) and Reykjavik are in the same timezone — UTC+0.
With 98 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 07:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from LHR to KEF is with Icelandair at 21:25.
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 plenty of time to catch your flight from LHR to Reykjavik.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik that lands at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Check out the deals with Icelandair. This airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LHR to Reykjavik. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
You won't need a visa for Iceland if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik is 76 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 131 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 4 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to Reykjavik.
December is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 6 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 23 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from LHR to Reykjavik:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Search for cheap flights from LHR to Reykjavik in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
After locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Reykjavik, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are essential stops on your Reykjavik itinerary.
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