Traveling from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is located in Atlanta. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Atlanta.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ATL to Reykjavik flight.
Traveling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ATL to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Traveling from central Atlanta to ATL takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to ATL:
77% of flights that take off from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Reykjavik
AED 1,135 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket right now is AED 2,244. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ATL to Reykjavik if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
Snapping up a cheap flight from ATL to Reykjavik couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Snag an affordable flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometers from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks before your flight from ATL to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometers from the center of Reykjavik. After your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center takes 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near RKV. Settle in and get cozy after your ATL to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Reykjavik in January.
Lock in a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ATL to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International 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. Harpa, The Northern Light Center and Sun Voyager are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometers northeast of Reykjavik, a trip to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometers southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are among its highlights.
