Flying from Mexico City to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Reykjavik departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Hop off the plane at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the major arrival point in Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is six hours ahead of Mexico City and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Mexico City to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Reykjavik
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Mexico City to Reykjavik flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a sweet deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Mexico City to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable Mexico City to Reykjavik flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Mexico City to Reykjavik flights leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
MEX is around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
NLU is about 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your flight from {"defaultCase":"Mexico City","accusativeCase":"Mexico City","nominativeCase":"Mexico City","dativeCase":"Mexico City"} to Reykjavik is much simpler when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Think about checking in to Verticca Hotel the night before flying out.
67.58% of flights leaving Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
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 takes around 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Mexico City to Reykjavik has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Reykjavik, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Mexico City to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Mexico City to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Reykjavik, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. 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 has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iceland you'll want to see. Around 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, roughly 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are highlights.