Travelling from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Fort Myers, where Southwest Florida International Airport is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To avoid missing your RSW to Reykjavik flight, leave 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 travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from RSW to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Fort Myers, RSW can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel close to RSW? If you're catching an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
78% of flights that take off from Southwest Florida International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find RSW at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Reykjavik
R 9,666 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return ticket right now is R 11,787. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RSW to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from RSW to Reykjavik.
Choose your ideal 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 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Reserving your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from RSW to Reykjavik can help you get the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. Once you've hopped off your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your RSW to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Get the lowest price by reserving 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
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik. August is the most popular month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RSW to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Reykjavik:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other corners of Iceland. Travel about 241 kilometres northeast to Akureyri to check off its top sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are the start of reasons to visit.
