Flying from Victoria to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Victoria's main base, Victoria International Airport (YYJ), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Victoria to Reykjavik.
Come in for landing at Reykjavik's primary gateway, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Victoria.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Victoria to Reykjavik flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Reykjavik
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Victoria to Reykjavik flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Victoria to Reykjavik.
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Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Travelling from central Victoria to YYJ takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel close to Victoria International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Victoria to Reykjavik, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Victoria International Airport, 67.45% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Victoria to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Victoria to Reykjavik, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 25 minutes.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Victoria to Reykjavik, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Victoria to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap flights from Victoria to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Victoria to Reykjavik, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just two of the major attractions to add to your Reykjavik to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are among the biggest draws.
