Flying from Toronto to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Reykjavik begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Touch down at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), the major arrival point in Reykjavik.
The average length of a direct Toronto to Reykjavik flight is 5 hours 35 minutes.
Reykjavik is four hours ahead of Toronto and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 12 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Toronto to Reykjavik is with Air Canada at 23:00. Choose the first YYZ to KEF departure with Icelandair at 19:15 to make the most of your arrival in Reykjavik.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Toronto to Reykjavik flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Reykjavik
To secure cheap Toronto to Reykjavik flights, book your trip two months ahead of your departure date.
May is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Toronto to Reykjavik. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Set off from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on a nonstop flight from Toronto to Reykjavik. From YYZ, you can fly straight to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Lock in your Toronto to Reykjavik plane tickets with Icelandair. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from YYZ.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights taking off from Pearson International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to Reykjavik, take it easy in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
62% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 80 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make taking an early Toronto to Reykjavik flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. To put it plainly, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Toronto to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 25 minutes.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Hire or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Reykjavik. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Reykjavik in January.
When booking your Toronto to Reykjavik tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Toronto to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to Reykjavik, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are a couple of big attractions to add to your Reykjavik to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be discovered. Around 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a trip to Kópavogur will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Hafnarfjörður is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without dropping by Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.