Flying from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Victoria International Airport is located in Victoria. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is seven hours ahead of Victoria.
Allow plenty of time to get on your YYJ to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near YYJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Victoria International Airport, 67.45% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik flight is RM830. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,120. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YYJ to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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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'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Hit the road running 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 usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your flight from YYJ to Reykjavik can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Once you've hopped off your flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your YYJ to Reykjavik flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Reykjavik in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYJ 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 perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Victoria International Airport to Reykjavik, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iceland just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without dropping by Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
