Cheap Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Reykjavik (REYK)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Seattle to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$697
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time7 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineIcelandair
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik is $697. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik.
Icelandair, Alaska Airlines and Atlantic Airways fly direct from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik.
As of May 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to Reykjavik is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 37.4 km away from the centre of Reykjavik. We've found flights into this airport from $697.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik on Friday, 10 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 5°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Icelandair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Reykjavik.

Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 52 minutes.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 7 hours ahead of Seattle.

  • With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. Icelandair operates the earliest flight at 14:35. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from SEA to KEF is with Icelandair at 23:00.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from SEA to Reykjavik.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik that touches down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).

  • Book your ticket with Icelandair. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight from SEA to Reykjavik that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • You can enter Iceland for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.

  • SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 54 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SEA:

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Reykjavik

  • $349 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $697. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from SEA to Reykjavik by booking at least 2 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik is October. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from SEA to Reykjavik. You don't need to look every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • Book a hotel near KEF if you're taking a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)

  • Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 6 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 23 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from SEA to Reykjavik:

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, travel to Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap flights from SEA to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.

More about Reykjavik

  • After booking your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Reykjavik, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are highlights which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.

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