Travelling from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
A direct flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport takes 2 hours 49 minutes, on average. Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to Leeds.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Reykjavik (and discovering more of Iceland!) is easy with Jet2. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LBA and KEF are:
Dublin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To find out if you need a visa to enter Iceland, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LBA to KEF.
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Reserve a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
Leeds Bradford International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Leeds. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 43 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LBA? If you're on an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flights from LBA to KEF, you'll want to find a hotel in Reykjavik. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are highlights which should be on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 49 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Keflavik International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Reykjavik escape.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
$243 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Return flights start from $249. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Score flight tickets from LBA to KEF by booking 2 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Keflavik International Airport for July if you want to visit Reykjavik during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8 ºC and 15 ºC.
Search for flight tickets from LBA to KEF in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6 ºC and 4 ºC on average.