Traveling from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Victoria International Airport is located in Victoria. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is seven hours ahead of Victoria.
For a relaxed start to your YYJ to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Located around 24 kilometers from the center of Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near YYJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
67.45% of flights leaving from Victoria International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik flight is AED 1,083. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,010. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YYJ to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometers. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near KEF if you have a late flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr to explore Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from YYJ to Reykjavik can help you get the best possible rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometers from the center of Reykjavik. Once you've disembarked your flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Following your YYJ to Reykjavik flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near RKV. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Reykjavik in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYJ to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometers north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 121 kilometers south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without dropping by Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
