Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located. Reykjavik runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route, with 17 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from AMS to KEF is with Icelandair at 21:25. Opt for the first departure with Transavia at 06:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your AMS to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Direct Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik tickets are available for booking. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is where you'll be touching down.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik. Get on board with any of these:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from AMS to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
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AMS is about 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near AMS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Reykjavik
$174 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $314. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from AMS to Reykjavik by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for finding cheap Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from AMS to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've disembarked your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to RKV. Kick back and get cosy after your AMS to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik. August is the most popular month to visit Reykjavik. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Book a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from AMS to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Iceland just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres northeast of Reykjavik, a trip to Akureyri will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Vestmannaeyjar is another standout destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without visiting Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.