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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Reykjavik? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $384. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Reykjavik

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Reykjavik flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Rome to Reykjavik

Alternative Rome to Reykjavik routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rome to Reykjavik? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rome to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$372
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Reykjavik is $372. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Reykjavik.
Emirates, Icelandair and ITA Airways fly direct from Rome to Reykjavik.
As of March 2026, there are 35 flights per week flying from Rome to Reykjavik.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Reykjavik is usually May.
If you're flying from Rome, the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 37.4 km away from the centre of Reykjavik. We've found flights into this airport from $372.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Reykjavik on Tuesday, 12 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around -1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Reykjavik is Wizz Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is Icelandair.

Travelling from Rome to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Reykjavik.

  • Touch down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the chief entry point to Reykjavik.

  • The average duration of a direct Rome to Reykjavik flight is 4 hours 55 minutes.

  • Reykjavik is one hour behind Rome and observes the UTC+0 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Rome to Reykjavik is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). You can choose from five weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from FCO to KEF is the 11:30 Icelandair service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 15:45 with Icelandair.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Rome to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Reykjavik

  • Get cheap Rome to Reykjavik flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Rome to Reykjavik. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Rome to Reykjavik is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

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Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Rome to Reykjavik jetting off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Start your journey at FCO and end it at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).

  • Secure your Rome to Reykjavik plane tickets with Icelandair. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from FCO.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rome to Reykjavik flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rome to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • 70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Rome to Reykjavik flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Reykjavik:

    • Stansted Airport (STN)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

    • Porto Airport (OPO)

  • You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to Reykjavik? Unwind in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:

  • Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.

Arriving in Reykjavik

Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when 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 Rome to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Rome to Reykjavik flight.

Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)

  • Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. After your flight from Rome to Reykjavik, it takes approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport will take approximately 25 minutes.

  • Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Reykjavik, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Rome to Reykjavik ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rome to Reykjavik around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Reykjavik

  • After booking your flight from Rome to Reykjavik, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.

Explore more of Iceland

  • Kópavogur is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.

  • Hafnarfjörður is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without a visit to Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.

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