Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BHM to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BHM to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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Located around 6 kilometres from central Birmingham, BHM can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Reykjavik
R 7,600 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 15,632. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BHM to Reykjavik. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near KEF if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BHM to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your BHM to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, visit Reykjavik in January.
Before booking a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHM to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Reykjavik, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Harpa and The Northern Light Centre are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres northeast of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Vestmannaeyjar is another standout destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
