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Flight deals from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy

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New York.$751 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.
New York.$766 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $766, select.
New York.$802 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.
New York.$802 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.
New York.$802 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.
New York.$804 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $804, select.
New York.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Mon, 5 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.
New York.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from Reykjavik Keflavik on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Icelandair departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Reykjavik Keflavik.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $1,110
May
from $812
Jun
from $751
Jul
from $814
Aug
from $818
Sep
from $821
Oct
from $766
Nov
from $821
Dec
from $821
Jan
from $822
Feb
from $804
Mar
from $802

Direct flights from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy

Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

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

Reykjavik to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$751
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time6 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineIcelandair
Average flights per week31

Finding cheap flights from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy is $751. 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.
6 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy.
Icelandair, Virgin Atlantic and Delta fly direct from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of April 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Reykjavik Keflavik to New York John F. Kennedy is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Monday, 2 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 10 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 New York John F. Kennedy 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Icelandair offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

Travelling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Reykjavik.

  • Flights from KEF to JFK start at 09:40 — the first with Icelandair. The last departure is at 19:50 with Icelandair. Overall, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your KEF to JFK flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to New York (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline has direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

  • Delta Air Lines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Among carriers operating KEF to JFK flights, Icelandair leads the way for on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KEF and JFK:

    • Logan International Airport

    • Pearson International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Right now, $425 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $751. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KEF to JFK.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from KEF to JFK.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Handy information about Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Keflavik International Airport from central Reykjavik, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near KEF? If you're boarding an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central New York. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Keflavik International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you'd like to visit New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KEF to JFK around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without experiencing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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