Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Glasgow (the location of Glasgow International Airport) and Reykjavik share the same timezone — UTC+0.
The busiest route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. Jet2 offers a 07:40 departure between GLA and KEF.
Leave enough time to get on your GLA to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
You can book a direct Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik ticket. Start your journey at GLA and land at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Check out the promotions from Icelandair. This carrier operates direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GLA to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to GLA? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Reykjavik
ج.م. 4,287 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return plane tickets start at ج.م. 10,072. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap flights from GLA to Reykjavik, book your trip five months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to the centre of Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from GLA to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your GLA to Reykjavik flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before you book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from GLA to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Reykjavik, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are must-do's during your Reykjavik adventure.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are key highlights.