Travelling from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport (VIE): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport (VIE) taking off from here.
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport flight.
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna.
You can pick from 4 direct flights every week between Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Vienna International Airport (VIE). This is the busiest route, with Austrian offering a 12:10am departure from KEF to VIE.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to VIE. 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.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Take the express route from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Direct flights from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport (VIE) are available from here.
When jetting out of KEF, you can catch a direct flight from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport with Austrian.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Austrian from KEF to VIE.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to VIE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing 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 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
66.96% of flights that depart Keflavik International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Reykjavik to VIE flight? Check in to a hotel near Reykjavik International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.1%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near VIE:
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Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Central Vienna is roughly 16 kilometres from Vienna International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
R 1,099 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,815. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to VIE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport (VIE)
June is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport (VIE). Visit Vienna in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a Reykjavik to VIE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vienna to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Vienna
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vienna right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Vienna International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Historic Centre of Vienna, Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Vienna itinerary.
Explore more of Austria
Vienna is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Austria you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres south-west of Vienna, a visit to Graz will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs.
Linz is another essential stop in Austria and is around 177 kilometres west of Vienna. No journey is complete without experiencing Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).