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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Akureyri Airport? If you want to travel to Akureyri Airport next month, return fares start from $3,337. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Akureyri.$2,933 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Royal Brunei and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Brunei , departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Akureyri.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Akureyri on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,933, select.

Akureyri.$3,337 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with China Eastern and Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Brisbane on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Akureyri.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Akureyri on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,337, select.

Akureyri.$3,451 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Akureyri.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Akureyri on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,451, select.

Akureyri.$3,837 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with Emirates and Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Akureyri.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Akureyri on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,837, select.

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Airports near Akureyri

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Akureyri?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Akureyri. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,933.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Akureyri?

The cheapest month to fly to Akureyri is usually October.

How can I find the best flight deal to Akureyri?

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 Akureyri 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.

Can I get a direct flight to Akureyri Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Akureyri Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Akureyri?

The best price we found for a return flight to Akureyri is $2,933. 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.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Akureyri Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Akureyri Airport is Saturday, 3 October 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Akureyri?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Akureyri is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Akureyri with?

Currently, Royal Brunei offers the cheapest flight tickets to Akureyri.

Flying to Akureyri

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$2,946
Cheapest month to fly	October

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How to find cheap flights to Akureyri Airport (AEY)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Akureyri Airport is $1,302. A return plane ticket to AEY right now is $2,933.
Stay updated on fares by setting up a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to AEY fall, you'll be notified.
We recommend booking roughly three months before your departure date. This is when you're likely to get the best prices for tickets to Akureyri, where Akureyri Airport is located.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of securing cheap flights to Akureyri. This will give you more choices for where you take off and touch down, along with different prices.
Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are generally cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Akureyri Airport.

Best time to go to Akureyri

August is typically the cheapest month to board a flight to Akureyri.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to AEY, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
March is the most popular month for flights to AEY. Travel then if you're eager to see Akureyri at its busiest and best.
Travel in December if you'd prefer to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Akureyri are often less expensive.
With averages of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF), July is when Akureyri is at its warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in December, when they range from -14ºC (7ºF) to 1ºC (34ºF).
Don't want to pack a raincoat? June is the driest month in Akureyri, averaging seven days of rain.
The wettest time of year is January. Go then and you'll likely get around 17 days of rainfall.

Flying to Akureyri Airport (AEY): What you need to know

Offering direct flights to Akureyri Airport, these popular airlines make travelling to Akureyri a breeze:
Norlandair is the most dependable carrier. Up to 79% of its flights into this hub land as planned, making it an excellent choice when reserving your AEY plane ticket.
The local timezone at AEY is UTC+0.
Eager to get a good night's sleep after your flight to AEY? These hotels near Akureyri Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:
Akureyri Airport has an on-time rating of 79%, which shows how often departing flights arrive as planned. This can be handy to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or need to be somewhere soon after you land.
Akureyri Airport is located in Akureyri, Norðurland eystra, Iceland.

Getting to central Akureyri from Akureyri Airport (AEY)

Central Akureyri is about 3 kilometres from AEY.
You'll reach the centre in around 15 minutes if you're catching a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to AEY.
Hop on public transport and you'll be there in roughly 25 minutes.
If you'd love to stay close to the action in Akureyri, drop your bags at one of these popular options:

Akureyri highlights

These top sights have to be on your itinerary after stepping off your flight to Akureyri:
- Kjarnaskógur: The perfect spot to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is located around 5 kilometres south of the city centre.
- Regnbogastiginn: Hit up this landmark next. Around 0.32 kilometres south of the city centre, it's well worth visiting for the full Akureyri experience.

How to get to Saudarkrokur from Akureyri Airport (AEY)

Starting your trip in Saudarkrokur? From AEY, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there. The city is about 121 kilometres from the airport.
Expect a journey time of 3 hours 10 minutes or so when making your way to Saudarkrokur on public transport.

Travelling from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to Husavik

Located about 56 kilometres away, Husavik is another city that's easily reachable from Akureyri Airport. It'll take you around 2 hours 10 minutes to make the trip on public transport from AEY.
The drive time to Husavik is roughly 1 hour.

Explore more of Iceland

There's a whole lot more to see and do in Iceland, starting with Reykjavik. The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager are must-sees in this city, which is about 241 kilometres southwest of Akureyri. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the closest airport in Reykjavik.
Kópavogur is another top destination in Iceland and is roughly 257 kilometres southwest of Akureyri. Set your sights on top attractions like Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
Or set out for Hafnarfjörður, about 257 kilometres southwest of Akureyri. Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell are among the many reasons to visit.