Flying from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Belfast to Keflavik International Airport flight.
Belfast and Reykjavik (where Keflavik International Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Belfast to KEF.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Fly without interruptions from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Direct flights from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of BFS, you can take a direct flight from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport with Jet2.
Jet2 is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BFS to KEF.
BFS is about 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from George Best Belfast City Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to KEF flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68.3%.
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near KEF and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Belfast to Keflavik International Airport flight.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Central Reykjavik is roughly 40 kilometres from Keflavik International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport is $110. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $270. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Belfast to KEF by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Belfast to Keflavik International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is when most people book flights from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Plan your visit to Reykjavik in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Belfast to KEF flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport in December when temperatures are between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Keflavik International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Your visit to Reykjavik wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey about 290 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its top attractions. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are highlights.