Travelling from Dubai to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Reykjavik.
Touch down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the major arrival point in Reykjavik.
Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik four hours behind Dubai.
To ensure you don't miss your Dubai to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Reykjavik
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Dubai to Reykjavik flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Dubai to Reykjavik throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Dubai to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Dubai to Reykjavik flights.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a cinch to book a Dubai to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Reykjavik, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
74.31% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport reach their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 40 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Dubai to Reykjavik? Relax in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. Following your flight from Dubai to Reykjavik, it takes approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Rental or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Reykjavik, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Dubai to Reykjavik tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Dubai to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are top sights which should feature on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be discovered. Around 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a visit to Kópavogur will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.