Travelling from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik Airport (KEF), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ).
4 hours 55 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight.
Halifax is four hours behind Reykjavik. Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located in Halifax, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Reykjavik to YHZ, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
You can book a direct flight from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) departing from Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Icelandair is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport departing from KEF.
Icelandair ranks first in bookings for flights from KEF to YHZ.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Reykjavik to YHZ that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Keflavik Airport (KEF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between KEF and YHZ include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
KEF is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Keflavik Airport:
When it comes to Keflavik Airport's on-time performance, 66% of flights complete their journey on time.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Reykjavik Airport the day before your Reykjavik to YHZ flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Reykjavik Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YHZ if you're catching a late flight from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Explore without limits with a Halifax Stanfield International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Hertz or Alamo and experience more of Halifax and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
From Halifax Stanfield International Airport, central Halifax is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
At the moment, R 5,338 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,726. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Reykjavik to YHZ, book your plane ticket two months before your planned departure.
July is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Reykjavik to YHZ.
Lock in a cheap flight from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. November is the quietest month to visit Halifax. August is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Reykjavik to YHZ plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Halifax to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Halifax
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Halifax:
Your trip to Halifax isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that should be on your list include Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, Silver Sands Beach and Halifax Public Gardens.
Explore more of Canada
Halifax is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres northwest of Halifax, a visit to Moncton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Saint John, roughly 209 kilometres west of Halifax. Reversing Falls, Port Saint John New Brunswick Canada and Irving Nature Park are among its highlights.
