Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is 7 hours ahead of Phoenix, where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from PHX to Reykjavik, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from PHX to Reykjavik. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
If you hold a passport from United States and are travelling to Iceland for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 11 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 34 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PHX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik is C$507. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$875. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from PHX to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 13 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 6 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 23 minutes.
After your flight from PHX to Reykjavik, kick back at a hotel near RKV. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, visit Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PHX to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
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. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are highlights which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.
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