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You can fly direct with easyJet, Icelandair, and Jet2. Average duration is 2h 56m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
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Best time • Fewest delays
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13 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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November
Cheapest • 26% price drop
February
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Price, demand, and travel trends for York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport at £143 return.
•August (£286) and July (£278) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Low season

June
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from York to Keflavik Intl

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Your York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:56
    • Latest: departs at 18:20 and lands at 21:16.

    The flight takes about 2h 56m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport takes 2h 56m, covering 1,023 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport range from £133 to £271, with an average of £193 over the past 12 months. Anything below £133 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the £193 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £184 return, compared with £197 via a stopover through Katowice Pyrzowice (KTW).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    easyJet is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Icelandair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights are:

    • easyJet: 85% on time
    • Icelandair: 83% on time
    • Jet2: 83% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £40–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Icelandair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-1000 variants.

  • How are flight departures from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which car hire options are available at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF)?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ice Rental 4x4
    • Fair Car
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 10m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £163 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £215, a difference of £52.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between York and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • easyJet
    • Icelandair
    • Jet2

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flying via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 47m, compared to 12h 46m via Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) and 13h 39m via Katowice Pyrzowice (KTW).

  • What popular places can I visit in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are Reykjavik Free Church and Harpa. These are among the most viewed places in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection
    • Icelandair: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Icelandair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Jet2: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £163, about £52 less than Wednesday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £143 return in that month – typically £143 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with easyJet. Over the past three months, 85% of easyJet flights from York to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 10m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

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