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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik

Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Reykjavik below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Reykjavik Keflavik.

Edinburgh to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$137
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik is $137. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik.
easyJet and Jet2 fly direct from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik.
As of April 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Reykjavik Keflavik is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport on Monday, 29 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Reykjavik Keflavik.

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:

    • Dublin Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • London Heathrow Airport

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)

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.

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