Travelling from Oslo to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Oslo. Explore your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) when booking your flight from Oslo to Reykjavik.
Disembark at Reykjavik's major arrival point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Book a direct Oslo to Reykjavik flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Oslo.
With 17 flights a week between the two airports, Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Oslo to Reykjavik with Norwegian Air Shuttle at 07:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from OSL to KEF is with Icelandair at 22:30.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Oslo to Reykjavik flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Reykjavik
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The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Oslo to Reykjavik is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Jet off from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) on a nonstop flight from Oslo to Reykjavik. From OSL, you can land directly at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Well-known carriers that offer direct Oslo to Reykjavik plane tickets from OSL include:
We make it easy to find an Oslo to Reykjavik flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Bergen Airport (BGO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
OSL is around 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Oslo to Reykjavik or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% land on schedule at their destination.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
You can reach TRF from the centre of Oslo in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 88 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Oslo to Reykjavik, stay in one of these hotels close to Torp Sandefjord Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.77%.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Oslo to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and discover more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. After your flight from Oslo to Reykjavik, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Oslo to Reykjavik. July is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Oslo to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap flights from Oslo to Reykjavik around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other parts of Iceland. Travel around 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to check off its top sights. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. No visit is complete without checking out Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.