Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is 6 hours.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik two hours behind Athens.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to KEF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Fly Play is your gateway to discovering Reykjavik (and maybe even some other great corners of Iceland!). Browse the direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Fly Play.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and KEF:
Zurich Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
C$133 is the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$234. These fares can change based on availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ATH to KEF.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you're coming in on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Keflavik International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Reykjavik during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to KEF in December. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Hafnarfjörður is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without experiencing Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.