Flying from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik.
Leeds (the location of Leeds Bradford International Airport) and Reykjavik follow the same timezone — UTC+0.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LBA to Reykjavik flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik tickets are available for booking. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) will be where your journey ends.
Jet2 is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from LBA to Reykjavik. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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The journey from central Leeds to LBA takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to LBA? If you've booked an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
68.63% of flights departing from Leeds Bradford International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Reykjavik
R 1,025 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return flight tickets start from R 2,046. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from LBA to Reykjavik, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
October is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from LBA to Reykjavik can help you get the best possible rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can check in after your LBA to Reykjavik flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Snap up the best price by reserving 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
Travel to Reykjavik in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik flight 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, look for a cheap ticket from LBA 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 perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Reykjavik, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its leading sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are among its highlights.