Travelling from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is four hours ahead of Fort Myers, where Southwest Florida International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your RSW to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from RSW to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Central Fort Myers to RSW is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RSW:
Of the flights that depart from Southwest Florida International Airport, 77.32% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
RSW is located at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik flight is R 6,533. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,266. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RSW to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from RSW to Reykjavik is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from RSW to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. After your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your RSW to Reykjavik flight:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Reykjavik in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RSW to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are a couple of big attractions to add to your Reykjavik must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its popular sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
