Travelling from Glasgow to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when searching for a flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is where you'll be landing in Reykjavik.
The average length of a direct Glasgow to Reykjavik flight is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Glasgow and Reykjavik are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik with Jet2 at 07:40. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from GLA to KEF is with Icelandair at 14:20.
To ensure you make your Glasgow to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Reykjavik
Get cheap Glasgow to Reykjavik flights by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Glasgow to Reykjavik is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, you can leave from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Fly from GLA to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) without making any stops.
Be on the lookout for deals with Icelandair. This airline offers direct Glasgow to Reykjavik plane tickets from GLA.
We make it a breeze to book a Glasgow to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Glasgow to Reykjavik flight, browse these options when taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Travel at your own pace with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and see more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, it takes approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Reykjavik, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow to Reykjavik, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience major highlights starting with Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.