Flying from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is located in Rotterdam. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 1 hour behind Rotterdam.
To ensure you get on your flight from RTM to Reykjavik, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from RTM to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
If you have a passport from Netherlands and want to travel to Iceland for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik.
RTM is around 8 kilometres from central Rotterdam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 44 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near RTM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Reykjavik
C$252 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$437. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RTM to Reykjavik, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 23 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from RTM to Reykjavik, tuck yourself in at a hotel near RKV. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Reykjavik, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
Look for cheap flights from RTM to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
After locking in your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Reykjavik, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Iceland.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with a car rental
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