- Distance
- 50 km
- By car
- 45 min
- Flybus to BSÍ
- ~45 min
- Transfers for flights
- 24/7
Your options at a glance
| Option | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Flybus (Reykjavík Excursions) | ~45 min to BSÍ | Reliable, departs after every arrival; optional hotel drop-off |
| Airport Direct | ~45 min | Similar price; minibus drop-off at hotels and bus stops |
| Strætó bus 55 | ~55–75 min | Cheapest, but infrequent and no luggage service |
| Taxi | ~45 min | Groups and late arrivals; expensive |
| Private transfer | ~45 min | Families and groups; meet-and-greet |
| Rental car | ~45 min | Road trips; most rental desks are at or next to the airport |
Airport buses
The Flybus and Airport Direct both leave from right outside the arrivals hall and are timed to meet every arriving flight, including delayed ones. The main buses go to their terminals in Reykjavík (BSÍ and Skógarhlíð), where you can change to a minibus for hotel or bus-stop drop-off for a little extra. Downtown streets are closed to large coaches, so many hotels are served from numbered bus stops a few minutes' walk away.
Pre-booking guarantees a seat and usually costs the same or less than buying on arrival.
Compare airport transfers ↗Fitting in the Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is 20 minutes from the airport, so many travellers visit straight after landing or before an evening flight. Transfers run airport → Blue Lagoon → Reykjavík and back, and there is luggage storage at the lagoon. Leave at least 3 hours for the lagoon itself, and book both the lagoon slot and the transfer in advance.
Hiring a car at the airport
All the big rental companies and many local ones have desks in or a short shuttle ride from the terminal. If you are only staying in Reykjavík for the first days, consider picking the car up later: parking downtown is limited and paid.
Hotels near Keflavík Airport
For flights before 8 am or late arrivals, stay in Reykjanesbær next to the airport. Several hotels offer shuttles.
An early departure or a late landing? Sleep five minutes from the terminal.
Hotels near Keflavík Airport ↗Plan your trip to Keflavík
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík?
About 45 minutes by car, taxi or airport bus to the city terminals. Hotel drop-off adds 15 to 30 minutes.
Is there a train from Keflavík Airport?
No. Iceland has no railways. Use an airport bus, Strætó bus 55, a taxi or a rental car.
Can I go to the Blue Lagoon on the way from the airport?
Yes. Many transfers stop at the Blue Lagoon between the airport and Reykjavík. Book a lagoon time slot and a transfer that matches it.
Is Keflavík the same as Reykjavík airport?
No. International flights use Keflavík (KEF), 50 km from the city. Reykjavík Airport (RKV) in the city centre handles domestic and some Greenland flights.
Last reviewed October 2026. Opening hours, prices and road conditions change: check official sources before you travel.