Flying from Beijing to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Beijing has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Reykjavik flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Come in for landing at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the primary gateway of Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is eight hours behind Beijing and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Beijing to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Reykjavik
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Beijing to Reykjavik flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Beijing to Reykjavik across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Beijing to Reykjavik flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Beijing to Reykjavik flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Consider adding a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). It's a popular stopover on a Beijing to Reykjavik flight leaving Daxing International Airport. Use a long layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
PKX is around 40 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik, take it easy in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
Flights from Daxing International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 88.83% of them landing as expected.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Reykjavik. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik. July is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Beijing to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Beijing to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are the start of reasons to visit.