Flying from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport (BHX).
The average duration of a direct Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport flight is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Birmingham (where Birmingham International Airport is located) and Reykjavik share the UTC+0 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The busiest route is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX). You can choose from 2 direct services every week. easyJet operates a 11am departure between KEF and BHX.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to BHX.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leave from this terminal.
When taking off from KEF, you can take a direct flight from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport with Jet2.
Jet2 is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from KEF to BHX.
Among carriers on this route, Jet2 has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
The journey from central Reykjavik to KEF takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Keflavik International Airport:
66.96% of flights departing from Keflavik International Airport land at their destination on time.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is about 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
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Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.1%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BHX:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport flight.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is roughly 11 kilometres from Birmingham International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
At the moment, R 776 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,655. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Reykjavik to BHX, book your ticket five months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Birmingham based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Reykjavik to BHX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Birmingham International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
The Windsor Castle and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Birmingham must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometres south-east of Birmingham, a visit to London will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Bristol is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. No journey is complete without experiencing Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.