Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Dublin (the location of Dublin Airport).
The most popular route is from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Keflavik Airport (KEF). Take your pick of eight weekly services between these two airports. Fly Play offers a 11:00 departure between DUB and KEF.
Give yourself enough time to get on your DUB to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at DUB and travel straight to Keflavik Airport (KEF). That will be your arrival point when searching for Dublin Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
Be on the lookout for deals with Icelandair. This airline operates direct flights from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from DUB to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Travelling from central Dublin to DUB takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DUB:
Of all flights departing from Dublin Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Reykjavik flight is $113. The cheapest price for a return flight is $308. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from DUB to Reykjavik by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Dublin Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from DUB to Reykjavik can help you secure the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV).
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your DUB to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik. August is the busiest month for a trip to Reykjavik. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book a Dublin Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DUB to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Reykjavik, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are essential stops on your Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are among its highlights.