Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik.
Edinburgh (the location of Edinburgh Airport) and Reykjavik are in the same timezone — UTC+0.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route, with three flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from EDI to KEF is with easyJet at 17:25. Choose the first departure with easyJet at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your EDI to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Begin your trip at EDI and land at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Keep an eye out for deals with easyJet. This airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from EDI to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Reykjavik
R 883 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 1,463. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from EDI to Reykjavik if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up a cheap flight from EDI to Reykjavik is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a new discount appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your flight from EDI to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Kick back and get cosy after your EDI to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before booking your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are major attractions which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.