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Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$353
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineIcelandair
Average flights per week176

Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik is C$353. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik.
Icelandair, Fly Play and World Ticket Ltd fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik.
There are 44 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Washington, D.C., the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 37.4 km away from the center of Reykjavik. We've found flights to this airport from C$353.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Reykjavik on Friday, September 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Reykjavik is Fly Play.

Travelling from Washington DC to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • When looking for a flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik, there's a selection of airports you can jet off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are among Washington DC's main terminals.

  • Come in for landing at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the primary gateway of Reykjavik.

  • The average length of a direct Washington DC to Reykjavik flight is 5 hours 55 minutes.

  • Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Washington DC and follows the UTC+0 timezone.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Washington DC to Reykjavik flight.

  • Peak months like February or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer waits at security and check-in. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Reykjavik

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Washington DC to Reykjavik flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Washington DC to Reykjavik.

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Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • We make it easy to find a Washington DC to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

  • DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can take a nonstop flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Start your travels at IAD and touch down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).

  • Icelandair offers direct Washington DC to Reykjavik plane tickets from IAD. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.

  • Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Washington DC to Reykjavik flight, check out these options when leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.

  • You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.

  • The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) offers convenient direct flights from Washington DC to Reykjavik. Your journey from BWI will have you disembarking at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).

  • Fly Play is one airline that offers direct Washington DC to Reykjavik plane tickets from BWI.

  • You can lock in a ticket from Washington DC to Reykjavik with a stop or two departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and Reykjavik:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

  • From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 40 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Reykjavik flight:

  • Flights that take off from BWI make it to their destination within the expected time frame 77.13% of the time.

Arriving in Reykjavik

Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • 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 top outlets to choose from here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Reykjavik flight.

Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)

  • Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. Following your flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, visit Reykjavik in January.

  • The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Washington DC to Reykjavik ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

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 options as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Reykjavik:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are popular attractions which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.

Explore more of Iceland

  • Reykjavik has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iceland you should also see. Around 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a trip to Kópavogur will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.

  • Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.

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