Flying from Hamburg to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is Hamburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik leaving from here.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the primary arrival point in Reykjavik.
Jump on a direct Hamburg to Reykjavik flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik one hour behind Hamburg.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Hamburg to Reykjavik flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik
$145 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at $287. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap Hamburg to Reykjavik flights, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Reykjavik is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can book a direct flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Start your trip at HAM and come in for landing at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct Hamburg to Reykjavik plane tickets with departures from HAM, including:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Hamburg to Reykjavik flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hamburg Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Hamburg Airport, 75.01% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near KEF if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and discover more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
The journey will take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will help you save.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik. July is the most popular month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Hamburg to Reykjavik ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its popular sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Hafnarfjörður is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.