Reykjavik is the world's northernmost capital and Iceland's gateway, famous for the northern lights, geothermal wonders and dramatic landscapes. There are no direct scheduled flights from Istanbul, so the trip is usually made with one stop via a European hub; you can travel with Turkish Airlines through a hub and connect via Icelandair or Pegasus. With the layover the journey takes roughly 8-11 hours, while pure flight time is around 5h 30m. The city is served by Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
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See flights to Reykjavik →When to visit Reykjavik
September to March is ideal for the northern lights; summer (June to August) brings white nights and milder weather.
Things to do in Reykjavik
Northern Lights (Aurora)
From September to March, head out of the city on dark, clear nights to witness the aurora borealis.
Blue Lagoon
Famous milky-blue geothermal spa located between the airport and the city.
Golden Circle
The classic day route covering Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall.
Hallgrimskirkja
The city's iconic basalt-column-inspired church; its tower offers panoramic views of Reykjavik.
Old Harbour and Whale Watching
Join whale and dolphin watching tours departing from Reykjavik's old harbour.
South Coast Waterfalls
A day trip taking in the Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls and black sand beaches.
Flights from Turkey to Reykjavik
Reykjavik is served by Keflavik International Airport (KEF), about 50 km from the city centre. As there are no direct scheduled flights from Istanbul, journeys are usually made with one stop via a European hub.
Reykjavik FAQ
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How far is the airport from the city centre?
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is about 50 km from the city centre. The Flybus coaches provide easy transfers between the airport and the city.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Reykjavik?
As there are no direct scheduled flights from Istanbul, the trip is usually made with one stop. You can travel with Turkish Airlines via a European hub, as well as connecting options with Icelandair and Pegasus.
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