Flying from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Thunder Bay, where Thunder Bay International Airport is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your YQT to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
The journey from central Thunder Bay to YQT takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near YQT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Thunder Bay International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Reykjavik
R 4,925 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,057. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from YQT to Reykjavik, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from YQT to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Following your YQT to Reykjavik flight, kick back at a hotel near RKV. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Travel to Reykjavik in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YQT to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Reykjavik, explore our selection of hotels including:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Reykjavik must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without experiencing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
