Travelling from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organizing your flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Check out your options for flying out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The average time for a direct flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport is 7 hours 22 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is 7 hours ahead of Vancouver. Keflavik International Airport is located in Reykjavik.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF), with 4 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YVR to KEF is the 14:35 Icelandair service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 19:15 with Icelandair.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to KEF. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Take off and land with no stops from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Direct flights from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are available from here.
Icelandair is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport leaving from YVR.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Looking to fly out of Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)? You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) departing from this busy hub.
Icelandair operates direct flights from Vancouver to KEF departing from CXH. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Portland International Airport (PDX)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to KEF, kick back in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 13 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
C$293 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport. Return flights start from C$588. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Vancouver to KEF. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Reykjavik, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Reykjavik. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to KEF during then and you can expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 15ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
After locking in your flight from Vancouver to Keflavik International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are a couple of big attractions to put on your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Iceland.
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