Flying from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) departing from here.
Keflavik International Airport is located in Reykjavik. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Phoenix.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Phoenix to KEF.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and KEF:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
PHX is around 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to KEF flight? Kick back in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82.57% of them arriving as expected.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
When looking for a plane ticket from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near KEF:
Pick up a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
RM1,985 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport. A return flight starts at RM2,427. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to KEF, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). July is when most people travel to Reykjavik. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Lock in a Phoenix to KEF plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Phoenix to Keflavik International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Reykjavik when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for The Northern Light Centre followed by Harpa and Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Travel around 290 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its leading sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Vestmannaeyjar is another well-known destination in Iceland and is around 137 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without visiting Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.