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Cheap flights to Reykjavík
A base for the Golden Circle, geothermal lagoons and northern lights in winter.
- Best weather
- Jun to Jul
- Warmest
- Jul, 15°C
- Airport
- KEF
Best time to visit Reykjavík
The best time to visit Reykjavík for the weather is from June to July, when daytime highs average 13 to 15°C (55 to 59°F) and there's some rain.
There's no real wet season: rain is spread through the year, with the most in December (about 15 rainy days) and the least in June.
The warmest month is July, with highs around 15°C (59°F); the coolest is January, at around 3°C (38°F) by day and -2°C (29°F) at night.
Reykjavík weather by month
Average daytime highs, overnight lows and rain for each month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | What it's like |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C 38°F | -2°C 29°F | 15 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| February | 3°C 38°F | -2°C 29°F | 15 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| March | 4°C 40°F | -1°C 30°F | 14 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| April | 7°C 44°F | 1°C 34°F | 12 rainy days | Cold with some rain |
| May | 10°C 50°F | 4°C 39°F | 11 rainy days | Cool with some rain |
| June Best | 13°C 55°F | 7°C 45°F | 9 rainy days | Cool with some rain |
| July Best | 15°C 59°F | 9°C 48°F | 10 rainy days | Cool with some rain |
| August | 14°C 57°F | 9°C 47°F | 12 rainy days | Cool with some rain |
| September | 11°C 53°F | 6°C 43°F | 15 rainy days | Cool and wet |
| October | 8°C 46°F | 3°C 37°F | 13 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| November | 5°C 40°F | 0°C 32°F | 14 rainy days | Cold and wet |
| December | 3°C 38°F | -2°C 29°F | 15 rainy days | Cold and wet |
Long-term averages from Reykjavík, 1991–2020. The weather on your dates will vary.
Flying to Reykjavík
Farepop finds fares to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). These are the closest airports Farepop watches in each region, as the crow flies; with stops, the trip is longer.
| From | Closest airports |
|---|---|
| Australia | Perth 15,500 km · about 20 hours non-stop Brisbane 15,900 km · about 20.5 hours non-stop |
| New Zealand | Auckland 16,800 km · about 21.5 hours non-stop Wellington 17,300 km · about 22 hours non-stop |
| United States | Boston 2,400 mi · about 5.5 hours non-stop New York 2,600 mi · about 5.5 hours non-stop |
| Canada | Montréal 3,700 km · about 5 hours non-stop Toronto 4,200 km · about 5.5 hours non-stop |
| United Kingdom | Glasgow 840 mi · about 2 hours non-stop Edinburgh 860 mi · about 2 hours non-stop |
| Europe | Dublin 1,500 km · about 2.5 hours non-stop Cork 1,600 km · about 2.5 hours non-stop |
How Farepop finds cheap flights to Reykjavík
Compared with the usual price
Every fare is compared with what the same route usually costs for the same trip length and dates. Around busy holidays we use quieter neighbouring months, so a peak price never passes for a saving.
At least 25% below
A deal is at least 25% below the usual price for those dates, and a good fare at least 20%. Full-service airlines selling at budget prices, and travel agents undercutting the airline, are labelled as such.
Checked twice, then again
Fares are checked again on their exact dates before you hear about them, and regularly after. Ones that no longer qualify are withdrawn.
You book direct
Farepop doesn't sell tickets. Tap a deal and book with the airline or travel site; always check the final price, baggage and conditions before you pay.
The full rules are in our savings methodology.
Reykjavík: questions
When is the best time to visit Reykjavík?
For the weather, from June to July, when daytime highs average around 14°C. These are long-term averages from Reykjavík, 1991–2020.
Does it rain a lot in Reykjavík?
Reykjavík has no distinct wet season. December is usually the wettest month, with about 15 rainy days.
Which airport do you fly into for Reykjavík?
Farepop finds fares to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
How can I find cheap flights to Reykjavík?
Be flexible with your dates and let the fares come to you. Farepop watches flights from your home airports and alerts you when a trip to Reykjavík costs at least 25% less than it usually does for those dates, so you can book before the fare goes.
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