Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is nine hours behind Seoul.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ICN to Reykjavik flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ICN to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near ICN. Whether you have an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Reykjavik
$548 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return flight tickets start from $1,045. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ICN to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across every month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Travel at your own pace with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and venture far and wide through Reykjavik and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ICN to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your ICN to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are often higher and attractions can get busy. Go to Reykjavik in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from ICN 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
Once you've booked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these 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 begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are highlights which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without visiting Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.