Flying from Brussels to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Brussels to Reykjavik. Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Touch down at Reykjavik's major arrival point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
The average duration of a direct Brussels to Reykjavik flight is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Brussels.
With five flights a week between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Brussels to Reykjavik with Fly Play at 12:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from BRU to KEF is with Icelandair at 13:50.
To ensure you catch your Brussels to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Reykjavik
Get cheap Brussels to Reykjavik flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Brussels to Reykjavik. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're after a direct flight from Brussels to Reykjavik, you can leave from Brussels Airport (BRU). Travel from BRU to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in one seamless journey.
Keep an eye out for deals with Icelandair. This airline offers direct Brussels to Reykjavik plane tickets out of BRU.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Brussels to Reykjavik flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Reykjavik or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the departures from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your Brussels to Reykjavik flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Reykjavik include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Reykjavik:
71.71% of flights leaving Brussels S. Charleroi Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and experience the lesser-explored corners of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've hopped off your flight from Brussels to Reykjavik, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 25 minutes.
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Reykjavik, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Brussels to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are leading attractions which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Travel about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its top sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.