Travelling from Paris to Reykjavik: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Paris to Reykjavik, there's a good selection of airports you can jet off from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are among Paris's main terminals.
Hop off the plane at Reykjavik's major arrival point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
3 hours 42 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Paris to Reykjavik. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 1 hour behind Paris.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Reykjavik is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). You can choose from 26 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to KEF is the 07:10 Icelandair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:20 with Icelandair.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Paris to Reykjavik. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can travel to Iceland for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from France. But before booking your cheap flight from Paris to Reykjavik, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Set out from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Reykjavik. From CDG, you can fly straight to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
When leaving from CDG, you can take a direct flight from Paris to Reykjavik with Icelandair.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Paris to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 44 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can take a nonstop flight from Paris to Reykjavik jetting out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Start your trip at ORY and disembark at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Transavia France offers direct flights from Paris to Reykjavik departing from ORY. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Break up your flight from Paris to Reykjavik with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Reykjavik include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 57 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Reykjavik, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). As soon as your flight from Paris to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 6 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 23 minutes.
There are some cosy stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near RKV. Kick back after your flight from Paris to Reykjavik at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Reykjavik
ج.م. 2,708 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Reykjavik. A return flight starts from ج.م. 4,906. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from Paris to Reykjavik, book your journey 4 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Paris to Reykjavik is December. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Reykjavik. July is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Paris to Reykjavik for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reykjavik to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Paris to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Reykjavik, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are a couple of major attractions to put on your Reykjavik to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with a car rental
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