Travelling from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) jetting off from here.
Los Angeles is seven hours behind Reykjavik. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to LAX. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to LAX with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between KEF and LAX include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The journey from central Reykjavik to KEF takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the departures from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% arrive on time at their destination.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
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When it comes to keeping flights on track, Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.1%.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The centre of Los Angeles is around 19 kilometres from Los Angeles International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport is $407. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $595. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Reykjavik to LAX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Reykjavik to LAX flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Los Angeles International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without experiencing Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.