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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Iceland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from New York to Iceland cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from New York to Iceland are running about 9% higher than they were around this time last year, averaging $549 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from New York to Iceland right now?

The cheapest fares from New York to Iceland on KAYAK in the last week were to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) from $413 round-trip, and to Akureyri (AEY) from $608 round-trip.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Iceland?

January and April are tied for the cheapest time of the year to fly, with average fares of $481. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $686.

When is the best time to book flights from New York to Iceland?

Book your flights 10 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 20% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Iceland is the cheapest to fly to from New York?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Iceland are:

• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) (avg. price $560)
• Egilsstadir (EGS) (avg. price $885)
• Akureyri (AEY) (avg. price $925)

What’s the cheapest day to fly from New York to Iceland?

Tuesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from New York to Iceland, while Friday is the most expensive. Fares run about 9% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Iceland?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Iceland during the afternoon with average prices of $518. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $680.

Key details for New York to Iceland flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$280
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport

Your New York to Iceland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from New York to Iceland?

    Yes. Fares from New York to Iceland are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $455 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from New York to Iceland?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from New York to Iceland have ranged from $455 to $731.

  • What are the main airports serving Iceland?

    Iceland has 7 airports. The three busiest are Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) (100% of arrivals), Akureyri (AEY) (0%) and Egilsstadir (EGS) (0%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from New York to Iceland?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, just one airline regularly flies nonstop from New York to Iceland: Icelandair.

  • Where in Iceland can I fly nonstop from New York?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can only fly nonstop from New York to Reykjavik.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from New York to Iceland?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from New York to Iceland average $559 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) (avg. price $364)
    • Zurich (ZRH) (avg. price $412)
    • London Heathrow (LHR) (avg. price $536)

  • How long is a flight from New York to Iceland?

    Flights from New York to Iceland take 5h 43m on average.

  • How often are flights from New York to Iceland delayed and what's the average delay?

    17% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 3h 06m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Iceland?

    On flights from New York to Iceland you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Iceland?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in Iceland include:

    • Harpa
    • Laugardalsholl
    • The Settlement Exhibition: Reykjavík 871±2
    • Laugardalsvollur

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Iceland?

    The earliest nonstop flight from New York to Iceland departs at 7:05 pm and the latest departs at 8:35 pm. Nonstop flights take about 5h 43m.

  • What are the passport and visa requirements for United States citizens traveling from New York to Iceland?

    For citizens of the United States that want to travel to Iceland, you will need a valid passport, and the passport needs to be valid for a minimum of three months beyond your planned date of departure from Iceland. Your passport needs to have two blank pages for entry stamps as well. If you are traveling as a tourist and plan on staying in Iceland for less than 90 days, you will not need a visa to travel there.

  • What type of public transportation options are available to get me from the airport in Reykjavík to the center of Reykjavík?

    One of the most convenient and cost-effective ways to get from the airport to the center of the city is aboard one of the buses offered by Flybus Iceland. The trip from the airport will take approximately 45min and the cost is around ISK 1168 (USD 9).

  • If my final destination is Akureyri, Iceland, is it better to fly from Reykjavik or take some type of ground transportation?

    There are several bus routes that make the trip between Akureyri and Reykjavik in around 8h 30min and you could also rent a car and make the drive yourself in around 5h 40min. That said, there are plenty of cheap flight options between these two cities as well that make the trip in around 2h 45min.

  • Are there any lounges at Newark International Airport that I can wait in before my flight to Iceland?

    Several airlines, including United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and Lufthansa, offer lounges at this airport. If you will be traveling aboard Icelandair on your flight to Iceland, you can use the Lufthansa lounge. To use the lounge, fees may apply depending on the type of ticket you book aboard Icelandair.

Your guide to booking New York to Iceland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 10 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 20% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for January when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Tuesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Friday cost about 9% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) is the cheapest airport to fly into from New York. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Reykjavik, which is the most popular destination in Iceland. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Vik, Hofn and Keflavik.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the nonstop route from Newark Airport to Iceland. If you'd rather save money, the route from New York LaGuardia Airport via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is usually the cheapest.
  • Both John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark International Airport (EWR) offer easy and quick public transportation options via both bus and train to get you from several spots throughout New York to both of these airports.
  • No matter your final destination in Iceland, chances are your flight from New York is going to first stop at Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in Reykjavik before flying on to one of the domestic airports in the country.
  • When looking for a way to relax before your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport, there are several spas at the airport that offer massages, nail care, as well as cosmetics services.
  • If you are traveling from Manhattan, accessing Newark International Airport is generally far quicker than heading to John F. Kennedy International Airport. At Newark, you can also take advantage of nonstop flights to Iceland aboard both Icelandair and JetBlue.
  • Not only are the nonstop flights offered between the New York airports and Reykjavík the quickest way to make the trip, but they are also the cheapest option.
  • If your final destination in Iceland is a domestic airport, such as Egilsstaðir Domestic Airport (EGS), Icelandair offers the most one-stop flight choices. All of these options have a layover at Reykjavik Keflavik International.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Iceland

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to Iceland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1595 reviews
8.4Crew
7.8Boarding
7.4Food
7.7Comfort
7.2Entertainment
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

4.0 OkayJessica, Sep 2026
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

I think I previously submitted my feedback about flight lead Katherine in a different field by mistake. Please see those comments. Comments for Hyd to AMS are it was good. The flight lead and service met expectations for satisfactory high quality service but the flight lead did not stand out as exceptional as did the leads on the other two flights so I don’t remember anything specific one way or the other besides the fact I was satisfied.

Had to cancel and rebook, KLM connection was cancelled prior to departure, ended up flying to Munich on non-Delta carrier.

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

Wi-fi was out for the whole flight. I pay a premium to fly Delta because it has wifi and because it was out I didn’t get to work on anything I wanted to. I’ll have to make it up later this week by spending less time with my family.

I just wish the boarding process/time to take off after boarding was quicker and more efficient. I also wish that the overhead luggage was managed better. almost every time i fly there is no space for carry ons and they are either checked or I end up having to store it several rows back from my seat. Delta should not offer carryons for all customers if there is not actually space for everyone

Flight was fine, it was on-time and was not cancelled which is very good. However the small cabin bag was forced check-in although once I entered into the flight there was lot of space which would have accomodated 10 such bags. Moreover this caused delay on arrival of my bag due to which I missed my booked cab and had to wait for another 20 minutes before the next taxi (Uber) arrived.

Only flew a short distance from Buffalo to New York City JFK SO it was okay

Delta seems to be getting worse. They are trying to take any comfort away from poorer people to make more money selling it to the rich. I paid for delta comfort and on my flight from Rome to jfk I had a tv that would go on and off automatically and literally no electrical outlets or usbs worked which was advertised in the price of the fare. The infotainment system wasn’t fully working. Luckily the movies worked and the plane was needing a lot of repairs. The jfk to Tampa flight they stuck me next to this really larger guy who was half in my seat and they should have made other accommodations for him because now you’re interfering with the fare class I paid for and act like I shouldn’t care because I didn’t pay for first class. I couldn’t even pull out my tray table because of this guy. The safety video tv screen you couldn’t even see it. It made me a little scared to fly delta anymore, because if these planes are this much in need of servicing, I have to wonder if the plane is going to make it to the destination.

Delayed departure, 30min. but arrived nearly on time. Crew was reassuring.

First, off the bat, the Delta gate attendant was rude, inattentive and gave us an attitude when we asked for clarification of our seats for this rebooked flight as we missed our connecting flight due to the delay from Berlin. Flight attendants were all but friendly, rushed through for water refills so you couldn’t even catch them to request more water. Snacks were just OK. Headphones for the movies were so bad that with the airplane noise, the volume of the movie wouldn’t go up enough to even understand the voices. I had to turn on CC to even know what was being said.

The baseline is to have everything happen as expected. That is what happened with the small exception that climate control in the aircraft sss not turned on when boarding started making the aircraft very hot. All in all great experience!

Very crowded and the economy seats were the smallest and with the least legroom I have ever experienced. Cabin staff were excellent although the food service was chaotic as they were being each person their food individually instead of from the wagon.

The aircraft interior is old and tired on this aircraft. The entertainment system never worked despite the crews attempt to reset the system.

The flight itself was ok but delayed take off meant that service was also delayed once in the air and it was a long time before the lights in the cabin were turned off. The food was pretty poor, which was disappointing for Virgin. Particularly breakfast which was a dry bagel with a pot of cream cheese. Economy sears were not comfortable despite us handing 3 seats between the two of us, I was unable to get comfortable and sleep. The entertainment was brilliant with a great selection and a very welcome addition was free high speed internet access for flying club members meaning I could stream video whilst in the air.

Food was okay. Seats were a bit cramped. In flight entertainment headphone socket didn't work on my seat. Wifi was great, so I was able to stream on my iPad

Selection of movies didn't include recent box office hits. Food was average not great. English sparkling wine is not drinkable. Otherwise, everything was great.

Check in at the desk was very slow pus Security, although not Virgin issue at JFK was a nightmare. 50 minuet wait no time to explore airport and get last minuet gifts. total wait 1.5hours

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

Super friendly and helpful staff, from check-in desk to cabin crew.

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

Quick flight. But cabin crew were very noisy and talking too much, especially when we were seated at the back of the plane trying to sleep through the night .

We originally had a window seat. Our seats were changed to the center isle between 2 bathrooms. This was a red eye flight and we were traveling with an infant. Due to the light from the bathroom doors opening and closing throughout the night our infant would not sleep and cried the whole night which kept us awake and everyone around us. It was a very unpleasant experience for everyone trying to sleep.

There was not even a single time where united airlines from lga has made to the gate straight , 1 hr if delay today

Check in was chaotic with only one counter for business class and first class. The luggage conveyor belt at JFK airport was broken so the flight departure was delayed which made the flight stressful as I had a tight connection. Although the captain said they could make up the delay, they didn’t do so.

I had a good time. However, I paid for the wifi and it was in and out the whole flight.

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Everything except the food and entertainment. It was a great experience though

Flight was delayed from 35 minute delayed aircraft arrival to 90 minute delay causing us to miss international connecting flight on SWISS resulting in 16 hour delay to reach detonation causing significant angst, monetary loss and discomfort. SWISS transfer desk and staff was like robots not willing to help at all.

Best part: It’s operated by All Nippon Airways. It’s quite literally comfortable, reliable and respected from boarding to landing each and every time. It’s perfection without extremity in lavishness — it’s how flying should always be!

Delays!!! Serious delays. I was told by a member of staff in LGA that I would miss my DEN to LAX flight connection, so I was put on a later flight. Due to delays I would have been able to have made my original flight, where I was sat in business class - seat 1A: I was put on my original flight but bumped from business - 1A to economy 33C. I want a refund for paying business class but only flying economy

The plane was delayed coming in and on the tarmac. I was coming from another flight so it made for a very long day. The stewardess kept trying to slam the overhead bins closed and I was worried that she had damaged my new luggage. They ran out of snacks and lccdsddd me a hummus box which was nice. It took them a very long time to pick up the garbage so I could not go to the washroom and had little time. To prepare for disbarment. The TV system was hard to control from the armrest and picture wasn’t clear. The crew did apologize several times for the lateness. It took the Denver airport an unusually long time to de-ice the plane.

Their app did not recognize my Aeroplan frequent flyer number and would not allow me access to my boarding card. Ground staff was readily available at the airport to print it out to me.

Only coffee, tea, and water were complimentary. Seat did not recline.

Overall professional and reliable; only complaint was the lack of complimentary food or beverages on the flight. I’m not accepting an upcharge on things one can reasonably expect.

Movies were old and third rate. Very poor on a seven hour flight. Food was OK but not business class caliber

Although the flight from JFK to Keflavik is not inexpensive, Iceland Air offers nothing but water, no soft drinks, to passengers without a charge. The seats are uncomfortable, there is no leg room, and there was no available internet to purchase.

Hard to figure out how to put back the seat, how to get the entertainment, how to upload passport docs. Also, a warning in the airport that food was all for purchase would have been helpful.

Second time with Saga Premium, everything was fab, but the entertainment centre on both my flights didn't work, plus the seat on the NY to Rek flight (Airbus) was so solid and so uncomfortable. The 737Max flight's seat was much, much better.

Great experience on Icelandair flight from Newark to Amsterdam by way of Reykjavík. Courteous and professional staff. Food was solid. Service - outstanding. Cabin was a little warm.

Icelandair flight was excellent. The checkin and security arrangements for Saga Premium passengers at Newark was very poor - our checkin opened much later than the normal and our security queue simply led us to the back of the normal queue. Someone was having a laugh surely!

Food was horrible. This wasn’t business class. No leg space, can’t sleep in row position, huge delay

Not much! This was my first flight with Iceland air and unfortunately it wasn’t what I have expected. My luggage is lost nothing as of yet where it was left. Not a good service at all!!

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