Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is 5 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from DEL to Reykjavik. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from DEL to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you hold a passport from India, you will need an embassy visa to enter Iceland. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
DEL is around 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near DEL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Reykjavik
RM1,271 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at RM2,924. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from DEL to Reykjavik, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to KEF if you have a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is about 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. Following your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 23 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from DEL to Reykjavik:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik. To avoid the crowds, head to Reykjavik in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from DEL to Reykjavik in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Reykjavik, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are must-do's during your Reykjavik adventure.
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