Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is seven hours ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SAN to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SAN to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near SAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
71.38% of flights that take off from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Reykjavik
ج.م. 17,363 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 34,108. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from SAN to Reykjavik, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAN to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
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 usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SAN to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your SAN to Reykjavik flight, rest your head at a hotel near RKV. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Reykjavik in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SAN to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are leading attractions which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel about 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to tick off its top attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, your itinerary will be busy.
Vestmannaeyjar is another sought-after destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without dropping by Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
