Travelling from Seattle to Keflavik Airport (KEF): What you need to know
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is Seattle's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Keflavik Airport (KEF) leaving from here.
Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Seattle to Keflavik Airport flight.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is eight hours ahead of Seattle. Keflavik Airport is located in Reykjavik.
The most popular route is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Keflavik Airport (KEF). You can pick from 16 direct services every week.
Your flight from Seattle to KEF won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Keflavik Airport (KEF) can be booked from here.
Icelandair is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Keflavik Airport departing from SEA.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Flugfélag Íslands between SEA and KEF.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.71% of its services arriving on schedule.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to KEF leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Portland International Airport (PDX)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Keflavik Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seattle to KEF flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Keflavik Airport (KEF)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Keflavik Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near KEF:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Seattle to Keflavik Airport flight.
Getting from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
From Keflavik Airport, central Reykjavik is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Keflavik Airport (KEF)
₹ 29,983 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Keflavik Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 44,587. These fares may change depending on availability.
Book five months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Seattle to KEF.
The best month for picking up cheap Seattle to Keflavik Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Keflavik Airport (KEF)
January is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Keflavik Airport (KEF), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Seattle to KEF plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Keflavik Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Keflavik Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager are must-do's during your Reykjavik adventure.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other parts of Iceland. Travel around 290 kilometres northeast to Akureyri to check off its must-visit sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, your itinerary will be busy.
Vestmannaeyjar is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 137 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without experiencing Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.