Travelling from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport (LYR): What you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport (LYR) taking off from here.
Svalbard Airport is located in Longyearbyen. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Reykjavik.
To ensure you catch your flight from Reykjavik to LYR, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Reykjavik to LYR.
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, data shows 66.96% of flights complete their journey on time.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is about 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Reykjavik International Airport the day before your Reykjavik to LYR flight:
76.1% of flights taking off from Reykjavik International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Consider booking a hotel near LYR if you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
$300 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport. A return flight starts at $679. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Reykjavik to LYR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Reykjavik to LYR.
Save on your flight from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. November is the quietest month to visit Longyearbyen. July is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport (LYR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Reykjavik to LYR flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Longyearbyen, with temperatures ranging from 1ºC (34ºF) to 9ºC (48ºF).
March has temperatures of between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Longyearbyen
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Svalbard Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Longyearbyen:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions, Svalbard Global Seed Vault and Longyearbyen Guiding AS are essential stops on your Longyearbyen itinerary.
