Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik is 6 hours 35 minutes.
Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. Board Icelandair's 18:25 flight to get your journey from MSP to KEF underway.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MSP to Reykjavik flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Start your trip at MSP and touch down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Book your seat with Icelandair. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MSP to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near MSP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive on time at their destination.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Reykjavik
₹ 42,479 is currently the best price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return flight ticket starts at ₹ 57,360. These fares can change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from MSP to Reykjavik, book your trip two months before your departure date.
June is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MSP to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and see more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from MSP to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your MSP to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Travel to Reykjavik during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MSP to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Reykjavik, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other corners of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to tick off its top sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland. No visit is complete without checking out Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
