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A colorful old town in Iceland, Reykjavik is one of the main tourist destinations in Iceland. The city is quite young, explaining the huge motorways and sprawling suburbs that resemble those of American cities. Cheap flights to Reykjavik are easy to book with Orbitz.com.

Airports in Reykjavik

The main airport in the city is the Reykjavik Airport, a domestic airport 1 mile south of the city's center. Keflavik International Airport, the country's largest airport and hub to international flights, is located 31 miles from the city. Air Iceland and Eagle Air connect international passengers to Reykjavik through scheduled flights.

Passengers arriving at the Keflavik Airport can take the Flybus to Reykjavik. The bus is located right outside the terminal building and leaves 30-40 minutes after the arrival of each flight. The travel time from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik's main bus terminal (BSI) is 45 minutes. The main modes of transportation from the Reykjavik Airport are taxis and car rental services.

Destination and Weather Information

Reykjavik is a young city with an old history. Its scenic sights and rugged landscapes are also some of the city's charms. Visitors who are fond of adventures will find the hike to Mount Esja, a 914-meter-high mountain, both easy and pleasurable. It also offers a striking view of the whole city. Laugardalur, also known as the Hot Spring Valley, offers the largest thermal pool in Reykjavik. It also houses the Family Zoo and Park and the Reykjavik Art Museum. Cultural tourists cannot miss the Hallsgrimskirkja Church, a 73-meter-high church with a tower that is visible in almost every part of the town. The Aurora Borealis is vividly visible in winter and a must-see for first-time tourists.

The weather in Reykjavik can be unpredictable. Its close proximity to the sea also gives way to strong and chilly winds. Summers are cool, with an average high of 55°F, while winter averages at 27°F.

Plan Your Trip

Reykjavik is a superb tourist destination that is often missed by many international tourists. The city offers active tourism all year-round. The city boasts a beautiful backcountry, friendly locals and an atmosphere that exudes charm and growth. Orbitz.com makes it easy for travelers to book cheap flights to Reykjavik. Find low-fare deals, great hotel reservations and vacation packages on Orbitz.com.

If you want to dance under the midnight sun, summer is the time to visit Reykjavík — that’s when the majority of people descend upon this relatively compact city, the jumping-off point for all the country’s attractions. Don’t miss a tour of the Golden Circle, which will take you to Þingvellir, site of the founding of Iceland’s parliament around 930 and the spot between the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia; Gullfoss, a spectacular waterfall; and big geysers Geysir and Strokkur. Even though it’s considered summer, temperatures still average in the low to mid-40s in June, July, and August.

During the spring and fall, you’ll get a more normal distribution of light and not nearly as many tourists. It’s quiet during these times, but one event worth putting on your list is the fall sheep roundup, or réttir, an important time for farmers and a buoyant weekend for everyone, with horseback riding, sing-alongs, and plenty of revelry. From April to May and then again in September and October, temps linger in the 40s.   

Winter in Iceland isn’t as cold as you might imagine a country with “ice” in its name to be, with temperatures typically in the 30s. It is dark most of the day, but cheaper prices and a good shot at seeing the northern lights can make it a worthwhile time to visit, especially for winter sports enthusiasts. If you find the lack of sunlight depressing, do as the locals do and participate in rúntur, Reykjavík’s version of a weekend pub crawl. Nightlife is taken quite seriously in the city, and with rock clubs to upscale pubs to sports bars, there are plenty of places to visit all night long. (A word of warning, though, alcohol here is not cheap.) Cap off the night with a visit to Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur, a famous hot dog stand downtown where the likes of Bill Clinton have noshed on the popular Icelandic food.