Travelling from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport (EGS): what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Reykjavik's main airports, Keflavik International Airport (KEF) or Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport (EGS) departing from either of these.
Egilsstadir (where Egilsstadir Airport is located) and Reykjavik share the UTC+0 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to EGS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
KEF is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel near Keflavik International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
About Egilsstadir Airport (EGS)
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near EGS:
Getting from Egilsstadir Airport (EGS) to central Egilsstadir
Egilsstadir Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from central Egilsstadir. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 4 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport (EGS)
For a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport, R 2,142 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just R 3,719. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Reykjavik to EGS. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have more options for flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport (EGS)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Egilsstadir. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Egilsstadir is July, with the temperature ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your flights from Reykjavik to EGS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December has average temperatures of between -14ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Egilsstadir
Start your Egilsstadir trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Egilsstadir Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
East Iceland Heritage Museum (Minjasafn Austurlands) and Selskogur are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Egilsstadir travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Egilsstadir Swimming Pool.
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