Airport Transfer in Iceland
How to Get from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík – Fast, Easy & Affordable
Landing in Iceland? One of the first things you’ll need to figure out is how to get from Keflavík Airport to your accommodation in Reykjavík. Don’t worry — you don’t have to wait until you’re standing in the arrivals hall with jet lag and no clue. This guide breaks down all the best transfer options so you can get to the city quickly, comfortably, and without spending a fortune.
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Surprise — when you fly into Iceland, you’re not landing in Reykjavík. Most international flights arrive at Keflavík International Airport (KEF), which is located about 50 kilometers (around 30 miles) southwest of Reykjavík’s city center.
Keflavík is Iceland’s main international hub, handling nearly all incoming flights from abroad. Reykjavík Airport (RKV), which is much smaller and closer to downtown, is used mostly for domestic routes and a few flights to Greenland and the Faroe Islands.
So… How Do You Get to the City?
There are three main ways to travel from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík. Depending on how you’re traveling — and where your hotel is — the journey usually takes between 45 and 90 minutes. Don’t worry, we’ve broken down all your options below, from budget-friendly buses to private transfers for a more comfortable ride.
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Touching down at Keflavík Airport? Let the Flybus take the stress out of your arrival. Hop on the comfortable, reliable shuttle that takes you straight from the airport to your hotel in Reykjavík. No haggling. No delays. No getting lost. Don’t wait until you land. Secure your seat now and travel worry-free.
What’s the Best Way to Get from the Airport to Reykjavík? Unless you’re picking up a rental car at Keflavík Airport, the easiest and most popular option is to take the Flybus. It’s reliable, reasonably priced, and runs frequently between the airport and central Reykjavík.
Other options include taxis (available right outside the terminal) and private airport transfers — ideal if you’re traveling with lots of luggage, in a group, or just want a more comfortable, door-to-door experience.
Oh, and if you were wondering: Iceland doesn’t have trains. Like, none. So you can cross that one off your list right away.
Below, you’ll find a comparison of the different transfer options to help you choose what works best for your budget, schedule, and destination in Reykjavík. I’ll also walk you through each option in detail — what to expect, how to book, and what to look out for.
| Transport | Duration | Costs | Ticket |
| Private Airport Transfer | 40 – 60 minutes | from 22.605 ISK (US$ 158.22) per group up to 4 persons | Book online |
| Bus Shuttle | 50 – 90 minutes | from 3.620 ISK (US$ 25.32) per person | Book online |
| Taxi | 40 – 60 minutes | 16.500 IKS (US$ 116) fixed price per taxi (max. 4 persons) | Book online |
Private transfer Keflavik: Door-to-door airport transfer to your accommodation in Reykjavik
Duration: 40 to 60 minutes, Costs: from US$ 158.22 per vehicle (max. 4 persons)
There’s no question that if you want to save money, you should choose a Flybus transfer to the BSÍ Bus Terminal in the centre of Reykjavik to get to your hotel. However, a private airport transfer has many advantages that will definitely make your onward journey from Keflavik Airport more pleasant:
- hassle-free journey to your accommodation without any intermediate stops
- you do not have to share the transport with other travellers
- transport without changing buses right to the door of your hotel
- no waiting for transfer buses or other passengers
- you are independent of timetables
One of the amenities of a private airport transfer is, of course, that you will be met at the airport by your driver.
VIP feeling included: Who hasn’t dreamed of reading their name on one of the chauffeur’s signs or being picked up by their driver directly after the security zone?
Depending on the number of passengers, you can choose from several types of vehicles when booking your transfer to Reykjavik. A private airport transfer is especially recommended for families with children, travellers with a lot of luggage and smaller groups.
You should book your private transfer from Keflavik Airport to your hotel at least 24 hours in advance. If you have less time, you can only take a taxi or bus to Reykjavik.
Book your private transfer at Keflavik Airport
Flybus Airport Shuttle: From Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik by bus
Duration: 50 to 90 minutes, Costs: from US$ 25.32 per person; discount for children and youths
A Flybus ride is definitely the cheapest way to get from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik. The transfer to the BSÍ bus station in the centre of Reykjavik takes about 50 to 60 minutes.
Pro-Tip: There is free WiFi on board the shuttle buses, so you can send your first greetings from Iceland to your family during the journey and don’t have to worry about your data volume. When travelling abroad, I use my own Wi-Fi hotspot so that I don’t have to constantly search for a working internet connection or ask for the Wi-Fi password. I’m sure that’s something for you too.
Flybus Airport Shuttle departure times are coordinated with flight schedules, so there’s always a shuttle waiting for you outside the terminal. Even if your flight lands delayed in Iceland.
Flybus airport shuttles run between Keflavik Airport and the BSÍ bus terminal in the city centre, where the bus stops first in Reykjavik. If you chose the option to be dropped off at your accommodation when booking your ticket, you will have to change buses at the bus station to continue your journey.
According to a fixed route, all travellers are taken by minibus either directly or to a bus stop near their accommodation. Here you will find an overview of all the stops.
Book Your Flybus-Seat to Reykjavik
Tickets for a Flybus airport transfer can only be purchased online or at the counter at Keflavik Airport and at the BSÌ Bus Terminal, but not on the bus. You can only get a seat on the airport shuttle with a pre-purchased ticket for the Flybus.
Children up to the age of 11 travel free on the Flybus. For young people between 12 and 15 years, there is a reduced fare with a 50% discount. You can also buy tickets online – a booked ticket is also required for children up to 11 years of age.
Besides the Flybus Airport Shuttle, there are two other shuttle buses that run between Keflavik Airport and Reykjavik city centre. You can also book a transfer from the airport to your accommodation with both companies.
It can be worth comparing the operators, as there are always discount offers that can save you money on your Iceland trip.
Taxi transfer to Reykjavik: By taxi from Keflavik Airport to your hotel
Duration: 40 to 60 minutes, Costs: US$ 116 fixed price per taxi ride (max. 4 persons)
Taxis are also waiting for passengers outside the terminal at Keflavik Airport. However, don’t just take any taxi at the airport if you want to save money!
As with a private transfer, the cost of a taxi ride to your accommodation in Reykjavik is also charged at a flat rate. However, not all taxi companies do this!
I know of two taxi companies that will take you from Keflavik airport to your accommodation in Reykjavik at a fixed price or take your transfer from the city to the airport.
You should book your airport transfer by taxi well in advance via the taxi company’s website and have the fixed price confirmed. This will avoid unnecessary discussions at your destination and prevent the driver from overcharging you.
You should also ask whether you can pay for your taxi ride with a credit card or only in cash in Icelandic Krona – you will find an ATM for cash withdrawals at the baggage claim after you land at Keflavik Airport.
Tel.: +354 588 5522
Webseite: www.hreyfill.is
Tel.: +354 56 10000
Webseite: taxireykjavik.is
Alternatively, you can book your private taxi transfer from Keflavik Airport with the Icelandic tour operator Guide To Iceland. However, the airport transfer costs a little more than if you book directly with the taxi company.
Book a taxi transfer from the airport to Reykjavik
Pro-Tip: The cost of a taxi ride in Reykjavik starts at 5 euros. You will be charged 2 euros for each kilometre driven. A normal taxi ride from Reykjavik to the airport becomes almost unaffordable and the cost of your holiday in Iceland skyrockets like a geyser. For a 15-20 minute walk from the BSÍ bus station to the popular Hotel Canopy in the city centre, you will pay at least 10 euros by taxi in Reykjavik.
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