Travelling from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) begins with finding the right airport to begin your travels from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.
Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Washington DC. Keflavik International Airport is located in Reykjavik, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to KEF.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to KEF leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about setting out from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) flight ticket from this popular hub.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to KEF are offered by Icelandair.
Icelandair is the top choice for bookings on the IAD to KEF route.
With 75.44% of its services landing as planned, Icelandair is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Keflavik International Airport.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport, browse these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Washington DC to KEF flight? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
74.39% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Get straight to the good part and take a direct flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
You can fly out of BWI with Fly Play. This trusted airline offers direct Washington DC to KEF flight tickets.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between BWI and KEF is Fly Play.
Icelandair is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Lock in a flight ticket from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between BWI and KEF include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Consider booking a hotel close to KEF if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport flight.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
The centre of Reykjavik is around 40 kilometres from Keflavik International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
At the moment, ₹ 41,195 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 46,851. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Washington DC to KEF by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Find an affordable flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport (KEF), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Reykjavik based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Washington DC to KEF flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Keflavik International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Northern Light Centre, Harpa 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 discovered once you've seen Reykjavik. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 137 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without a visit to Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.