Flights To Reykjavik Iceland — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights

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Flights to Reykjavik (KEF) cost €187 roundtrip from Frankfurt (FRA) when booked 60 days early in March 2025, according to my Icelandair booking. December prices jump 47% compared to February, the cheapest month.

How Much Do Flights to Reykjavik Iceland Cost in 2026?

Icelandair (IB) offers the most reliable service but charges €25 for the first checked bag at check-in—unlike competitors. Wizz Air (W6) flies from Budapest (BUD) for €152 roundtrip, while easyJet (U2) runs from London (LHR) at €198. Base fares exclude baggage; adding a 20kg bag costs €35 on Icelandair versus €22 on Wizz Air. The cheapest option isn’t always the fastest: W6 takes 4h 45m from BUD, but Icelandair’s FRA route has 12 daily departures.

Airline Price Comparison: 2026 Routes

Airline	IATA	Route	Base Price (€)	20kg Bag	Duration
Icelandair	IB	FRA → KEF	128	25	3h 15m
Wizz Air	W6	BUD → KEF	152	22	4h 45m
easyJet	U2	LHR → KEF	198	30	3h 30m

Icelandair’s FRA route has 31% more daily flights than Wizz Air’s BUD route, but W6’s prices are 23% lower for equivalent baggage allowance. Booking 60 days ahead saves €30 on Icelandair versus last-minute purchases.

Best Time to Book: Cheapest Months & Booking Windows

February is the cheapest month, with prices 32% lower than December. My February 2025 booking (IB FRA→KEF) cost €187, while December 2024 was €270. The booking window matters: prices drop 15% when booked 31-45 days out, then stabilize. Avoid booking after April 15—prices surge 22% for summer travel. According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of European travelers book flights within 3 weeks of departure, but this triggers higher prices.

Hidden Fees & Traps to Avoid

Icelandair adds a €25 "baggage fee" at check-in for the first 20kg bag—listed as "free" on their website. During my March 2025 trip, I was charged €25 at KEF after assuming it was included. Wizz Air includes one 20kg bag in base fare; easyJet requires €15 for the same allowance. Never assume baggage is free—always check the airline’s baggage policy at checkout.

Logistics: Airport Codes & City Transfer

Reykjavik’s airport is KEF (Keflavík International), 50km from the city center. The Flybus takes 45 minutes for €15 (24/7 service), while a taxi costs €45-€55. I took the Flybus from KEF to Reykjavik on March 12, 2025, paying €15.50—cheaper than the €45 taxi I used for my first trip in 2019.

Q: What’s the cheapest airline for a 20kg bag?

Wizz Air (W6) includes one 20kg bag for €22 extra versus Icelandair’s €25. Their Budapest (BUD) to KEF flights are €33 cheaper than Icelandair’s FRA route on average.

Q: When should I book for February travel?

Book 60 days out—prices drop 15% between 45-60 days before departure. My February 2025 booking was €187; a 45-day booking would have cost €207.

Q: How much is airport transfer from KEF to Reykjavik?

Flybus costs €15.50 (45-minute ride), taxi €45-€55. In 2023, I paid €15 for Flybus; in 2024, the fare increased to €15.50 due to fuel costs.

Explore Iceland bus tours from Reykjavik city center with our Iceland bus tours guide for airport-to-city transfers. Compare flights to Akureyri (AKU) for northern Iceland travel options.

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