Flying from Minneapolis to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik departing from here.
Hop off the plane at Reykjavik's chief entry point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Take a direct Minneapolis to Reykjavik flight and you'll be flying for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.
Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Minneapolis and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik with Icelandair at 18:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MSP to KEF is with Delta Air Lines at 19:58.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Minneapolis to Reykjavik flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Reykjavik
₹ 37,502 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at ₹ 40,824. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book three months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Minneapolis to Reykjavik flights.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can book a direct flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik taking off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Begin your journey at MSP and arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Look out for promotions with Icelandair. This carrier offers direct Minneapolis to Reykjavik plane tickets from MSP.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Minneapolis to Reykjavik flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare 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 selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. July is the busiest month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Minneapolis to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Reykjavik around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik:
All great holidays should 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 cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of 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.
