Travelling from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is three hours ahead of Charlottetown, where Charlottetown Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YYG to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
YYG is about 5 kilometres from central Charlottetown. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab 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 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel near YYG? If you're boarding an early flight from Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Charlottetown Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.91% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Reykjavik
C$550 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return flight tickets start from C$984. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YYG to Reykjavik. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from YYG to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Following your YYG to Reykjavik flight, unwind at a hotel close to RKV. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Reykjavik in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYG to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top sights which should feature on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover more of Iceland. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to tick off its top attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. No visit is complete without checking out Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
