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You can fly direct with Icelandair, easyJet and Jet2. Average duration is 2h 52m
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Cheapest • Avg $223 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Keflavik Intl (MAN-KEF)

 
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport at $182 round-trip.
  • August ($376) and July ($374) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Manchester to Keflavik Intl

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Low season

June
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.

When to book flights from Manchester to Keflavik Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Keflavik Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection
    • Icelandair: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Manchester and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Icelandair
    • easyJet
    • Jet2

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Icelandair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jet2: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $223 round-trip via Milan Malpensa (MXP), compared to $241 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $42–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A350-1000 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Atlantic and Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $202 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $281, a difference of $79. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 13 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavik City Centre and Reykjavik Harbour. These are among the most viewed places in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport takes 2h 52m, covering 1,026 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:52 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:20 pm and lands at 9:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 52m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $254. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How does Icelandair’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Icelandair is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while easyJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights are:

    • Icelandair: 86% on time
    • easyJet: 85% on time
    • Jet2: 83% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 12h 21m via Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) and 14h 24m via Milan Malpensa (MXP).

  • What is the time difference between Manchester and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Manchester (Greenwich Mean Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF)?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ice Rental 4x4
    · Fair Car
    · Budget
    · Europcar
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport range from $172 to $358, with an average of $254 over the past 12 months. Anything below $172 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $202 - about $79 less than Friday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $182 round-trip in that month - typically $194 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Icelandair is the strongest pick on this route. 86% of Icelandair flights from Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 13 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $223 round-trip on this route - about $19 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Manchester to Reykjavik?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Manchester Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Manchester to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Monday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Tuesday

Icelandair,easyJet

Icelandair,easyJet

Wednesday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Thursday

easyJet,Icelandair,Jet2

easyJet,Icelandair, +1 more

Friday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Saturday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Sunday

Icelandair,easyJet,Jet2

Icelandair,easyJet, +1 more

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Direct returns

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl to Manchester

Monday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Tuesday

Icelandair,easyJet

Icelandair,easyJet

Wednesday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Thursday

easyJet,Icelandair,Jet2

easyJet,Icelandair, +1 more

Friday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Saturday

Icelandair,Jet2,easyJet

Icelandair,Jet2, +1 more

Sunday

Icelandair,easyJet,Jet2

Icelandair,easyJet, +1 more

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