Flying from Minneapolis to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the major hub where you can land in Reykjavik.
The average time for a direct flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik is 6 hours 11 minutes. Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik 5 hours ahead of Minneapolis.
With 7 weekly flights between the two airports, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik with Icelandair at 18:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from MSP to KEF is with Delta Air Lines at 19:50.
To ensure you catch your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can enter Iceland for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before organizing your cheap flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Set off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) on a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. From MSP, you can travel directly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
When departing from MSP, you can take a direct flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik with Icelandair.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 26 minutes.
After an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 13 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 6 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
You can expect the trip to take about 23 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable stays to call home for the night near RKV. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Reykjavik
C$489 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. Return flights start at C$595. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap flights from Minneapolis to Reykjavik by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Minneapolis to Reykjavik is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, visit Reykjavik in February.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis to Reykjavik in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
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