Travelling from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Leeds (the location of Leeds Bradford Airport).
To avoid rushing for your LBA to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at LBA and travel straight to Keflavik Airport (KEF). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
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Located around 10 kilometres from central Leeds, LBA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LBA:
When it comes to Leeds Bradford Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik flight is ₹ 7,424. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 23,113. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LBA to Reykjavik.
The best month for scoring cheap Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from LBA to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). After your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 20 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your LBA to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
When booking your Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LBA to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are highlights which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. Start your sightseeing at Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.