Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Miami International Airport is located in Miami. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 4 hours ahead of Miami.
To ensure you catch your flight from MIA to Reykjavik, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as summer and spring break will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from MIA to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
You don't need a visa for Iceland if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before booking your cheap tickets from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Miami, MIA can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near MIA? If you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik is 196 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 377 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MIA to Reykjavik, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're catching a late flight from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've disembarked your flight from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 23 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from MIA to Reykjavik at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Reykjavik in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from MIA to Reykjavik sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Miami International Airport to Reykjavik, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Iceland.
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