Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is ten hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
For a relaxed start to your ADL to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Adelaide, ADL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ADL:
Of the flights that depart from Adelaide Airport, 75.6% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik flight is $1,598. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,951. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ADL to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and find adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from ADL to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near RKV. Kick back and get cosy after your ADL to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
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 behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Visit Reykjavik during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ADL to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Adelaide Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are popular attractions which should feature on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore more of Iceland. Journey about 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its popular sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are among the biggest draws.