Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Charlotte, where Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your CLT to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from CLT to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Charlotte, CLT can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 4 hours 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CLT:
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik flight is ₹ 18,852. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 41,464. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CLT to Reykjavik, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CLT to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CLT to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've disembarked your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your CLT to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Visit Reykjavik in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from CLT to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Charlotte Douglas International 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:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another standout destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without dropping by Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
