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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,513. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Reykjavik

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Reykjavik flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Reykjavik

Alternative Edinburgh to Reykjavik routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Reykjavik? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 871
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineIcelandair
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Reykjavik is R 1,809. 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.
2 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Reykjavik.
Icelandair, Alaska Airlines and easyJet fly direct from Edinburgh to Reykjavik.
As of April 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Reykjavik.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Reykjavik is usually January.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 37.4 km away from the centre of Reykjavik. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,809.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik on Sunday, 17 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 32 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 Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 2°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Reykjavik.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik is 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Edinburgh (the location of Edinburgh Airport) and Reykjavik are in the same timezone — UTC+0.

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. When searching for your flight, you can pick from six services each week between EDI and KEF.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your EDI to Reykjavik flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Start your journey at EDI and fly straight to Keflavik Airport (KEF). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik tickets.

  • You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik. Book your ticket with one of these:

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from EDI to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • EDI is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Reykjavik

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik flight is R 871. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,809. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from EDI to Reykjavik, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from EDI to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Find a cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik Airport (KEF)

  • The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:

  • Reserving your ride from Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Reykjavik can help you secure the lowest rate.

Reykjavik Airport (RKV)

  • Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. Following your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your EDI to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Reykjavik in January.

  • Before booking a Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Reykjavik

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Reykjavik:

  • Harpa and The Northern Light Centre are a couple of major attractions to add to your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Sun Voyager.

Explore more of Iceland

  • Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.

  • If there's time to check out another side of Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are key reasons to visit.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.