Introduction
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Akranes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Akranes

With a population of 6,612, Akranes is the largest city in West, Iceland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Akranes to see all of its attractions.

How to Get to Akranes

Plane

When flying to Akranes, you’ll arrive at Reykjavik Domestic (RKV), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Akranes is to pick up a car hire from Reykjavik, which is about 13 miles from Akranes. You’ll find branches of Ice Rental 4x4 and Budget, among others, in Reykjavik.

Plane

When flying to Akranes, you’ll arrive at Reykjavik Domestic (RKV), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Akranes is to pick up a car hire from Reykjavik, which is about 13 miles from Akranes. You’ll find branches of Ice Rental 4x4 and Budget, among others, in Reykjavik.

Airports near Akranes

RKVReykjavik Domestic
KEFReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Airlines serving Akranes

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Akranes

Most booked hotels in Akranes

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The Reykjavik Edition
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£356+
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Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£138+
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Center Hotels Plaza
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£115+
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Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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Hotel Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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Hiring a car in Akranes

Expect to pay £1.65 per litre in Akranes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.78 and £26.37.

Expect to pay £1.65 per litre in Akranes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.78 and £26.37.

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