Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh.
Each week, there are five Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, pick the 06:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:25 with easyJet.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your EDI to KEF flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jet2 offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Reykjavik — and maybe even more of Iceland if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between EDI and KEF:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
At the moment, $77 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $137. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from EDI to KEF by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EDI to KEF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
From Keflavik International Airport, Reykjavik is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to KEF around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other corners of Iceland. Travel around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its must-visit sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Iceland, head for Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are among the biggest draws.