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Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Iceland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Iceland?

The cheapest ticket to Iceland from the United Kingdom found in the last 5 days was to Akureyri, at $104 round-trip. The most popular route is Birmingham (BHX) to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $113.

How much is a flight to Iceland?

A flight to Iceland costs $588 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $58 for the route London Luton Airport (LTN) to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Manchester to Reykjavik which costs $629 on average, and Glasgow to Reykjavik, which costs $1,010 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from the United Kingdom to Iceland?

The cheapest month for flights from the United Kingdom to Iceland is January, when tickets cost $113 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $275 and $268 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Iceland?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Iceland is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $488 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Iceland is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $676.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to Iceland?

To get a below average price on the flight from the United Kingdom to Iceland, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Iceland?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Iceland is Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF), with an average flight price of $550.

Good to know

Low season

June
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.

Flights from the United Kingdom to Iceland: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from the United Kingdom to Iceland 
Verified travelerFlew with Icelandair-Feb 2025
Pack snacks. Expensive restaurants and no in flight food unless ordered.
JonFlew with Icelandair-Jun 2024
Understanding the transit system. Something we had not done. So we took a cab that sat in a lot of traffic and cost us a lot of time and money when we could have taken the tube for very little cost and half time time

FAQs for booking flights from the United Kingdom to Iceland

  • What flights to Iceland should I look at if I want to visit Reynisfjara?

    Reynisfjara is a popular black-sand beach on the south coast of Iceland. It is best to fly to Keflavik, where you can easily find public transport and rental car services. At 140 mi from Keflavik airport, the beach is about a 3h drive from the airport. It is possible to take a day trip here if you are based in Reykjavik, which is slightly closer.

  • What flights to Iceland should I look at if I want to go to Husavik?

    Husavik, by Skjalfandi Bay in North Iceland, is a small town that is known as the whale watching capital of Europe. The nearest major airport is Akureyri airport. It is located approximately 92km from central Husavik.

  • What flights to Iceland should I look at if I want to visit Landmannalaugar National Park?

    Landmannalaugar National Park is in southern Iceland and is one of the most famous attractions in Iceland. It is about 180km away from Reykjavik city centre, so you are best to book flights to Keflavik, transfer to Reykjavik and from there you can travel by Landmannalaugar. Do note that you can only visit from June to around late September when there is no snow, after which the road is closed.

  • Are there direct flights to Iceland?

    Direct flights to Iceland from the UK are offered by British Airways, Wizz Air, Icelandair and easyJet. Other airlines usually require a stopover in their home country.

  • What is the recommended airport to fly into to visit Breidavik Beach?

    An airport close to the famous Breidavik Beach is Akureyri Airport (AEY). Here you can witness one of the most breathtaking beaches in Iceland and do some bird watching at the Latrabjarg bird cliffs. The cliffs are home to one of the largest sea-bird cliffs in Europe, with millions of birds residing there. One such species is the famous puffin, which has become accustomed to humans and their pursuit of beautiful bird photography.

  • What airport should I fly into for visiting Myvatn Lake?

    Fly into Akureyri Airport if you are keen to visit the breathtaking shallow lake of Myvatn. This lake was formed around 2,300 years ago by a massive basaltic lava eruption. The journey from the airport is only about 1 hour by car and around 2 hours by bus. This is also home to the famous northern lights.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United Kingdom to Iceland?

    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 the United Kingdom to Iceland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United Kingdom to Iceland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United Kingdom to Iceland 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 the United Kingdom to Iceland?

    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 from the United Kingdom to Iceland with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United Kingdom to Iceland?

    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 from the United Kingdom to Iceland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Iceland?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Iceland is Saturday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $529. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $639 on average.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of the United Kingdom

  • Almost all international flights to Iceland arrive at Keflavik Airport (KEF), Iceland’s largest international airport. Three other smaller airports – Egilsstadir (EGS), Akureyri (AEY) and Reykjavik (RKV) – service some international flights too.
  • Both Keflavik and Reykjavik airports serve the Reykjavik region. Keflavik is about 50min away by car from the city centre of Reykjavik, while Reykjavik airport is in Vatnsmyri, which is nearer to Reykjavik city centre. Keflavik airport is a major hub in the North Atlantic and receives flights from all over the world, including budget carriers such as easyJet. Reykjavik airport does not receive any direct flights from the United Kingdom, however it may be useful for travelling to other parts of the island.
  • Akureyri airport is in North Iceland and is a fantastic entry point to the Artic North. Akureyri airport also offers flights to other parts of Iceland, such as Reykjavik, Grimsey Island, Thorshofn and Vopnafjordur. You are unlikely to find direct flights here from the United Kingdom, so expect a stopover in Reykjavik.
  • Egilsstadir airport acts as an alternative airport for Keflavik airport. It is in the Egilsstaðanes peninsula on the banks of Lagarfljot lake, between the town of Fellabaer and Egilsstadir. Flying to this airport puts you in the centre of East Iceland, and the airport is only approx. 1-1.5h drive from major towns and cities.
  • As a British citizen, you do not need a visa for short stays in Iceland. Your passport just needs to be valid for your entire stay in the country. It may be worthwhile checking the government website for up-to-date information on travel to Iceland and within the Schengen zone.
  • Iceland is mainly a cashless society and debit and credit cards are used widely. You can also withdraw Icelandic Kronur through banks and ATMs if you want to avoid foreign currency charges on your bank card.
  • When searching to find cheap flights to Iceland, keep in mind that this is a popular ski and snowboard destination and that it is possible for you to carry your own sporting equipment on popular airlines like RyanAir, EasyJet and more. Taking your own ski equipment can help you save on hire costs.
  • If you have booked a visit to the famous Blue Lagoon in Iceland, you would be wise to fly into the main Keflavik Airport (KEF). This airport is only about 20min from the lagoon, and you can easily drive yourself there.
  • If you want to find cheap flights to Iceland and are travelling further afield to Sorvagur on the Faroe Islands, then it would be wise to fly into Sorvagur Vagar Airport (FAE). This is the only airport on the island and is about a 2min drive from the main village, ensuring an easy journey.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from the United Kingdom to Iceland

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United Kingdom 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.
7.0
IcelandairOverall score based on 764 reviews
6.9Entertainment
6.9Comfort
6.1Food
7.2Boarding
8.0Crew
Airline reviews

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

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Oct 2026
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Only coffee, tea, and water were complimentary. Seat did not recline.

Let's just say I won't do it again.

1. No food on a 8 hr flight is a travesty! The fare was not that low. 2. The entertainment was pretty bad and you had to buy headphones!!! 3. Only 2 toilets for the whole Economy section!!

Was a bit surprised that Icelandair flies a domestically configured 757s on long-haul flights to Iceland (no lie-flat seats in business class).

If there was a disclaimer regarding food service or lack thereof, l missed it. If l had known l would have prepared better. Same with transferring at Reykjavik. No information about disembarking via stairs into rain, slush and puddles deep enough to swallow a foot. After being treated to haute cuisine restaurants and warm inviting environment during the flight, the airport is, let’s be kind, disappointing. Plane was comfortable, Airbus, staff were welcoming enough. I would likely try the route again. Maybe have a night and day in Iceland. Maybe not.

For an economy lite experience, it's by far the best I've had. New planes, clean, great destinations. Very happy to have discovered Iceland Air.

Smooth efficient airline. Think they should have their own bag drop as the queue took 30mins to bmscan and drop

Well! They got me as far as Iceland, let me wait around at the airport since my next flight had either left or canceled, finally gave me my luggage, and sent me to wait quite some time with seven other people for a ride to a hotel. At the hotel we got a chef's salad, a nice room for the night which unfortunately had feather pillows and duvet (allergies), a really great and spectacular buffet for breakfast (small but stunning), taxis back to the airport for the 9:30 Delta flight back to Minneapolis. The Delta flight has free food and liquor included which Icelandair does not. All in all, it falls far short of my worst ever United flight to SGN. Icelandair did change my reservation after my roommate tested positive for COVID and we canceled our plans to travel around Iceland, but the charges were fairly hefty. I had trouble contact Kayak's agents to discuss changing my reservations and finally contacted Icelandair who changed them. (I used their contact form and put in several requests for call backs.) Of course, they called just after I made the change with Icelandair.

did internet check in but still had to get checked in at the counter and this was not the first time. Bummer!

Paying $75 for my bag is disgusting. Got off ground late so I missed my connections. Kept us waiting for passengers in the cold. Will not use them again.

Easyjet staff very helpful at airport as I need assistance. Flight slightly delayed both ways but soon made up the difference.

Flight on time clean and good legroom, what more could you ask on a one hour flight

Lovely cabin crew. Prompt takeoff and early arrival in Pisa

There was a delay because they had to switch planes it wasn’t explained very well nor were there updates.

Flight was two hours delayed then instead of flying to Gatwick we got diverted to Southend airport! Then they cancelled our flight and we all got told we had to get off the plane and make our own way to wherever we had to go? EasyJet just abandoned us, no help and as a tourist not knowing even where I was? Disgusting behaviour from the company!!

I’ve always flew with Ryan, but never again I’ll always fly with easyJet

There was no useful information given regarding the flight back to the UK from Tenerife. This despite the week publicised problems around the EES system and the delays caused to boarding. This aspect of the customer experience could have been much better.

Fast boarding, smooth takeoff and landing. plenty of space in seats. Excellent air-conditioning on a hot day. Perfect experience

Whole way through - far more professional and slick than I expected

Boarding could be better. To get through your gate but to be stood in a corridor for 20 minutes is not great.

My only issue with my flight to Jersey was that the Gate wasn't announced until shortly before boarding, otherwise all went well even with how busy Heathrow was. I appreciate British Airways staff's politeness, hospitality and positive energy.

Boarding was smooth and speedy. Pilot explained route and that even though we taxied a little later than planned a tail wind meant we landed earlier than expected.

Cabin crew was very good. No wifi and no doors to the suites

Very timly. Great service !!! Pick up after meals can be swifter.

Straightforward boarding process. Pilot kept us informed during the flight, especially highlighting the fact that we would experience "significant braking" when we landed on the short runway in Florence. The flight attendants were pleasant. My chief complaint is that I was stuffed into a seat in the rear of the aircraft (row 29?). The seat pitch was soooo tight that my knees were hard against the seat in front of me as soon as I sat down. One inch more room would have made a difference. Thankfully it was not a super long flight, but it was quite uncomfortable and I had to work out the kinks in my knees once I deplaned. Is it really necessary to have the rows this close together??

Would not let me board with my fragile guitar so had to check it in. Who knows what the icicles did to it. Not happy. Had to run to catch my connection in Heathrow. After a bus and a train? Was asked by a guy in the middle seat to change my window seat with his girlfriend's middle seat further up in the plane and I was insulted. What nerve! The food was unhealthy and the seat was cramped. Could not wait to exit.

need more US friendly food options. Directions on getting to the next gate were terrible - resulted in long walks to the terminal and then finding I couldn;t enter there and had long walk back, then train to security then train back to where I started in the first place

We never made this flight due to the flight from Barcelona being delayed, which I have reviewed in a separate review. But I can tell you that the Delta Airlines flight that did get us home, I am extremely happy with them and their crew. The only one person that I would praise within the entire part of BA is the girl I spoke to in the call center in India. Who completely understood, was dedicated to a resolution and was a complete realist in the situation. Unlike some of the people who don’t care about the human element and stick you on a flight whenever. She got us home.

Wonderful service and comfort. Attentive and careful. The food was also better than US carriers. Highly recommend

because of delays of earlier flights, we did not fly BA to Reykjavik. We booked an alternate flight through Businessclass.

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