Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Albany International Airport is located in Albany. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Albany.
To avoid rushing for your ALB to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ALB to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The journey from central Albany to ALB takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to ALB? If you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
73.92% of flights leaving from Albany International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Reykjavik
RM1,855 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Albany International Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return flight tickets start from RM3,167. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from ALB to Reykjavik, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for an Albany International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ALB to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Albany International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and discover Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks before your flight from ALB to Reykjavik can help you get the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Albany International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
Following your ALB to Reykjavik flight, kick back at a hotel near RKV. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before scheduling your flights from Albany International Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Albany International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALB to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Albany International Airport to Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are a couple of major attractions to add to your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are among its highlights.