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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Akureyri flights are currently cheapest in January.

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London to Akureyri: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Akureyri below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Akureyri.

London to Akureyri: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM268
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from London to Akureyri: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Akureyri is RM268. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from London to Akureyri.
easyJet flies direct from London to Akureyri.
As of February 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from London to Akureyri.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Akureyri is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Akureyri Airport on Tuesday, 12 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 19 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Akureyri but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Akureyri is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Akureyri is easyJet .

Flying from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY): What you need to know

  • London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.

  • Akureyri (where Akureyri Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from London to AEY, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Akureyri Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Think about kicking off your journey from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Akureyri Airport (AEY) plane ticket from this hub.

  • From LGW, direct flights from London to AEY are offered by easyJet.

  • easyJet is the most popular choice for travellers flying from LGW to AEY.

  • LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to AEY flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

  • 69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Make catching an early London to Akureyri Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land when they should. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.

About Akureyri Airport (AEY)

Getting from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to central Akureyri

  • Akureyri Airport to the centre of Akureyri is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY)

  • RM177 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Akureyri Airport. A return flight starts at RM268. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Get your hands on cheap flights from London to AEY by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • November is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a London to Akureyri Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from London to AEY is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from London to Akureyri Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Akureyri. July is when most people book flights from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • Before locking in your London to AEY plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Akureyri, with temperatures ranging from 3ºC (37ºF) to 16ºC (61ºF).

  • December has temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Akureyri Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Akureyri

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Akureyri right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from London to Akureyri Airport:

  • Your Akureyri visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.

Explore more of Iceland

  • Akureyri has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Akureyri, a visit to Reykjavik will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in Iceland, head for Kópavogur, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Akureyri. Midnight Hikes Reykjavik, Reykjavik Safari and Heidmörk Nature Reserve are key reasons to visit.

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