Travelling from Portland International Jetport (PWM) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Jetport is located. Reykjavik runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PWM to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from PWM to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Travelling from central Portland to PWM takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near PWM? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
79% of flights departing from Portland International Jetport land at their destination on time.
The address for PWM is 1001 Westbrook Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Jetport (PWM) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik flight is R 7,608. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,709. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from PWM to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
Snapping up a cheap flight from PWM to Reykjavik is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from PWM to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 20 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your PWM to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PWM to Reykjavik around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Portland International Jetport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Iceland just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres northeast of Reykjavik, a trip to Akureyri will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without visiting Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
