Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Reykjavik is seven hours ahead of Phoenix and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PHX to KEF flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PHX and KEF:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from PHX.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to PHX:
Arriving at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Book a hotel near KEF if you have a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and chase adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Reykjavik. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to KEF in December. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its leading sights. From Heidmörk Nature Reserve to Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without visiting Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell.