Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is 6 hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Reykjavik operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from SLC to Reykjavik.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from SLC to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You don't need a visa for Iceland if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before organising your cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near SLC. Whether you have an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Reykjavik
292 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at 565 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SLC to Reykjavik. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 6 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 23 minutes.
After your flight from SLC to Reykjavik, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Reykjavik, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Salt Lake City International 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 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
After locking in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Reykjavik, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are highlights which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with a car rental
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