Flying from Milan to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Reykjavik begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Hop off the plane at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF), the major arrival point in Reykjavik.
Book a direct Milan to Reykjavik flight and you'll be flying for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Milan and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
With ten weekly flights between the two airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Milan to Reykjavik with easyJet at 07:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from MXP to KEF is with Icelandair at 23:00.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Milan to Reykjavik flight.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Reykjavik
Book seven months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Milan to Reykjavik flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Milan to Reykjavik is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Milan to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find a cheap Milan to Reykjavik flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Milan to Reykjavik, you can leave from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Get from MXP to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) without making any stops.
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Milan to Reykjavik plane tickets out of MXP. Let one of these carriers take you there:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Milan to Reykjavik flights leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
MXP is about 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Milan Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Break up your Milan to Reykjavik flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Milan Bergamo Airport and Reykjavik include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
You can reach BGY from the centre of Milan in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Milan to Reykjavik, unwind in one of these hotels close to Milan Bergamo Airport:
Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
You can lock in a ticket from Milan to Reykjavik with one or more stops out of Milan Linate Airport (LIN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and Reykjavik:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Reykjavik flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Milan Linate Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
LIN has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 83%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and reach your final stop as expected.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Milan to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). After your flight from Milan to Reykjavik has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near RKV. Tuck yourself in after your Milan to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik Domestic Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Reykjavik. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Reykjavik in March.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Milan to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Reykjavik, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Centre, Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre and Sun Voyager are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Heidmork Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.
