Travelling from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Knoxville, where McGhee Tyson Airport is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your TYS to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Central Knoxville to TYS is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near TYS:
Of the flights that depart from McGhee Tyson Airport, 78.98% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik flight is ₹ 45,566. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 72,681. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from TYS to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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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 takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from TYS to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. After your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take about 25 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your TYS to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before securing your flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Reykjavik offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a McGhee Tyson 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.
Look for cheap tickets from TYS to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Reykjavik, explore our range 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
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've seen 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.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
