Flying from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
5 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct New York to Keflavik International Airport flight.
Keflavik International Airport is located in Reykjavik. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours ahead of New York.
The most popular route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF), with 16 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from JFK to KEF is the 7:25pm Icelandair service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 11:55pm with Delta Air Lines.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to KEF, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Get to your destination in one go from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport with Icelandair. This well-known airline operates departures from JFK.
Most travelers prefer to book seats with Icelandair from JFK to KEF.
Icelandair is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from New York to KEF that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and KEF include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 30 miles from the center of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). See if flying from EWR works better for your plans.
Board your direct flight from New York to KEF with Icelandair. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of EWR.
Icelandair takes the lead in bookings on the EWR to KEF route.
The most reliable carrier is Icelandair. Its Newark Liberty International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flights arrive without delay 68.97% of the time.
Add a little extra to your vacation with a stopover on your flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and KEF:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 15 miles or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your New York to KEF flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can lock in a plane ticket from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) with a stop or two leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and KEF:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The journey to LGA from the center of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 11 miles or so.
Make catching an early New York to Keflavik International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a reliable starting point for any adventure.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Book a hotel near KEF if you have a late flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your New York to Keflavik International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Central Reykjavik is about 25 miles from Keflavik International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
$202 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Keflavik International Airport. A return flight starts at $372. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to KEF.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on New York to Keflavik International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). July is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
When booking your New York to KEF plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 46ºF to 59ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Keflavik International Airport in December when temperatures are between 21ºF and 39ºF.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Keflavik International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. The Northern Light Center, Harpa and Sun Voyager are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Journey around 180 miles north-east to Akureyri to check off its leading sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Vestmannaeyjar is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 85 miles south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without seeing Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.