Flying from Hamburg to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik. Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the main airports in Hamburg.
Touch down at Reykjavik's primary gateway, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
The average time for a direct Hamburg to Reykjavik flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Hamburg and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Hamburg to Reykjavik flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik
R 1,415 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at R 2,844. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap Hamburg to Reykjavik flights, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Reykjavik is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Hamburg to Reykjavik flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, you can depart from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Fly from HAM to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) without making any stops.
Icelandair is a popular carrier that offers direct Hamburg to Reykjavik plane tickets from HAM.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Hamburg to Reykjavik flights leaving from Hamburg Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
HAM is about 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
75.01% of flights that depart Hamburg Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, it takes approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik. July is the most popular month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Hamburg to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling 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 most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its popular sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.
