Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LAX to KEF flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LAX and KEF:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Currently, RM1,274 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM1,944. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to KEF if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from LAX to KEF is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of LAX.
To reach Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Fast-track your 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport to the centre of Reykjavik has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Reykjavik. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to KEF sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other parts of Iceland. Journey about 5 kilometres south to Kópavogur to tick off its top attractions. From Yndisgarðurinn to Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Iceland, consider Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún are key highlights.