Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Reykjavik is seven hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Every week, there are four Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, opt for the 14:35 Icelandair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:15 with Icelandair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to KEF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Reykjavik (and then exploring more of Iceland!) is a breeze with Icelandair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Icelandair on this route.
Icelandair is a leader in on-time performance for YVR to KEF flights, with 94.12% of services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight is R 2,924. A return fare right now is R 7,402. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from YVR to KEF, reserve your journey ten months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from YVR to KEF.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Reserve a hotel near KEF if you're catching a late Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Reykjavik in January.
Before locking in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to KEF in December. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Travel around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its top attractions. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are key reasons to visit.