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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $420-$607
Icelandair
Thu 9/10Mon 9/14
JFK - KEF • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$316
Typical prices: $426-$617
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Tue 8/4
EWR - KEF • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with Delta and Icelandair. Average duration is 5h 44m
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Shortest trip • 9h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Reykjavik (NYC-KEF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Reykjavik that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Reykjavik

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
Icelandair Logo
11:10 pm - 8:55 am
JFK
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KEF
5h 45mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 7:20 pm
KEF
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JFK
6h 20mnonstop
$385Icelandair
Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28
Icelandair Logo
11:10 pm - 8:55 am
JFK
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KEF
5h 45mnonstop
Icelandair Logo
5:00 pm - 7:20 pm
KEF
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JFK
6h 20mnonstop
$388Icelandair
Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Sep 1
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7:00 pm - 7:40 am
LGA
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KEF
32h 40m
2 stops
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9:30 am - 7:36 pm
KEF
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LGA
14h 06m
2 stops
$389Delta
Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Sep 3
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8:35 am - 7:00 am
JFK
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KEF
42h 25m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 am - 1:14 am
KEF
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JFK
19h 44m
2 stops
$389Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:00 am - 7:00 am
JFK
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KEF
21h 00m
2 stops
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11:25 am - 1:35 pm
KEF
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JFK
6h 10mnonstop
$392Delta
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
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12:55 pm - 7:40 am
LGA
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KEF
14h 45m
1 stop
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8:45 am - 11:42 pm
KEF
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LGA
18h 57m
1 stop
$396Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
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11:35 am - 7:00 am
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KEF
15h 25m
1 stop
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8:45 am - 8:09 pm
KEF
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JFK
15h 24m
1 stop
$396Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27
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11:44 am - 7:00 am
EWR
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KEF
15h 16m
1 stop
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9:30 am - 11:56 pm
KEF
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EWR
18h 26m
1 stop
$448KLM
Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 2
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6:00 am - 8:30 am
EWR
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KEF
22h 30m
1 stop
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9:15 am - 9:50 am
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EWR
28h 35m
1 stop
$451United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:00 am - 7:55 am
EWR
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KEF
21h 55m
1 stop
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10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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EWR
32h 00m
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$453United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Reykjavik flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Reykjavik to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport departing in September.

What is the cheapest New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport costs $256 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 45% cheaper than other New York-Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Reykjavik?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to Reykjavik, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Reykjavik, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Wednesday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost $146 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $988 and $911 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $524 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$316
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to Reykjavik

When to book flights from New York to Reykjavik

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Reykjavik based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking New York to Reykjavik flights

  • What is the carry-on and checked luggage allowance on economy for flights from New York to Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport?

    Most airlines on this route have varying carry-on and checked luggage allowance policies. If you book PLAY Airlines, your carry-on bag's dimensions shouldn't exceed 17 x 13 x 10 inches. You can also bring an additional checked bag weighing no more than 50 lbs. For Virgin Atlantic, the maximum carry-on dimensions are 35.5 x 29.5 x 16 inches, and another checked bag not exceeding 50 lbs.

  • How can I get to downtown Reykjavik from Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport?

    The public transport available from KEF airport to downtown Reykjavik is the Flybus Iceland bus, which gets you downtown in around 45 minutes. A quick alternative to get to the city is a taxi that takes approximately 41 minutes. If you love flexibility and freedom, you can rent a car to get downtown at your own pace.

  • Which airlines offer an eco-friendly journey on the New York to Reykjavik route?

    Virgin Atlantic is focused on protecting the environment by recycling and reusing to reduce waste in landfills. Also, this airline is among many using sustainable aviation fuel to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. You can also be assured of sustainable travel if you book Aeromexico. This airline has a Fly Green program and has reduced carbon emissions by at least 38 tons using sustainable aviation fuel.

  • Can I upgrade to first class on flights from New York to Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport?

    Most airlines on this route allow passengers to upgrade to first class if seats are available. Mostly, passengers receive an email about available first class seats and the amenities to expect after upgrading. However, upgrading is affordable because you pay less than passengers who originally booked first class. Also, the amount you pay depends on your class fare and airline.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport was $316 for a one-way ticket and $385 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Reykjavik?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Reykjavik from New York.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Reykjavik?

    New York has 3 major airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia. Reykjavik Keflavik Intl is the only airport in Reykjavik. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Newark Liberty Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Reykjavik?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Reykjavik flight route: Delta, Air France, Virgin Atlantic, Air Europa, KLM, and British Airways.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Reykjavik?

    The Boeing 767-300 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Reykjavik flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Reykjavik?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Reykjavik, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Reykjavik?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to Reykjavik on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Reykjavik, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Reykjavik are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $534 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $515 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Reykjavik?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Reykjavik.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Reykjavik?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reykjavik from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Reykjavik?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Reykjavik with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Reykjavik?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Reykjavik from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $257 or less one-way and $479 or less round-trip.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a hub for Delta and American Airlines. This way, the airport serves airlines operating on many continents. At the same time, Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is a hub for Icelandair, serving North American and European destinations.
  • An alternative airport when booking cheap flights from New York to Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport is New York's LaGuardia Airport (LGA). The advantage of using this airport is that it's smaller, so you can expect shorter queues, and it's near downtown New York, approximately 10 miles.
  • Airlines operating on the New York to Reykjavik route, including PLAY, Virgin Atlantic, KLM, and Aeromexico, offer direct flights. Therefore, don't expect a layover on your journey.
  • You can take the Babylon Branch train from downtown New York to arrive at JFK airport in approximately 31 minutes. Another option is taking train A via the subway to get to the airport in about 51 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or the airport shuttle to arrive there in around 51 minutes.
  • Most airlines operating flights from New York to Reykjavik, including KLM, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic, are low-priced. When booking cheap flights from New York to Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport, you can compare prices to enjoy an affordable journey.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Reykjavik?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Monday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Tuesday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Wednesday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Thursday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Friday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Saturday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Sunday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

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Direct returns

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl to New York

Monday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Tuesday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Wednesday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Thursday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Friday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Saturday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

Sunday

Delta,Icelandair

Delta,Icelandair

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