Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Reykjavik is 11 hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SYD to KEF flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Vancouver International Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to KEF route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
$655 is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,602. These fares can change based on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SYD to KEF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SYD to KEF.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to central Reykjavik has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Keflavik International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Reykjavik during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to KEF in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty to offer, 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 fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Iceland, head for Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are among the biggest draws.