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Cheap flights from Reykjavik to New York

Keflavík International Airport (KEF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 2,587 miles, connecting flights only.

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KEF to JFK at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
2,587 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
5h 40mif flown nonstop
Nonstop airlines
None (connecting only)
Nonstop flights per day
0connections available
Cheapest month
January 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Tuesday18% less than Sunday
Time difference
4h behindNew York vs Reykjavik

Reykjavik to New York

Round trips from $258

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Jan 6.

Cheapest month: January 2027

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Reykjavik to New York fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Wed, Sep 30$351
  2. October 2026from Tue, Oct 6$289
  3. November 2026from Tue, Nov 3$300
  4. December 2026from Tue, Dec 1$294
  5. January 2027from Wed, Jan 6$258
  6. February 2027from Wed, Feb 10$264

Airlines flying Reykjavik to New York

No nonstop service: 1 airline offers one-stop itineraries.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

ReykjavikNew York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

Other arrival airports near New York

Tips for this route

  • There is no scheduled nonstop between KEF and JFK. Every itinerary connects, most often through DUB or SNN, so sort results by total travel time rather than price alone.
  • January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $258; September 2026 is the most expensive at $351 and up, a difference of $93 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Tuesday averages 18% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
  • New York is 4 hours behind Reykjavik. A morning departure lands in New York with most of the day left; an evening flight arrives close to local dinner time.

Destination guide

New York: Three airports, five boroughs, endless reasons to go

New York is the most-flown destination in the US, served by JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. Fares are competitive year-round thanks to nonstop service from nearly every major airport, and the subway makes a car unnecessary.

Best time to visit: April–June and September–early November bring mild weather and manageable crowds. December is magical but expensive; January and February have the lowest fares and hotel rates.

Flying the other way? New York to ReykjavikFares, airlines and tips for JFK to KEF.

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Reykjavik to New York: common questions

How long is the flight from Reykjavik to New York?

There are no nonstop flights, so the trip from Reykjavik (KEF) to New York (JFK) takes 5h 40m of flying plus a layover, usually 8h 40m or more door to door across 2,587 miles.

Which airlines fly nonstop from KEF to JFK?

No airline currently flies nonstop between Reykjavik (KEF) and New York (JFK). The most common connections are through DUB and SNN.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Reykjavik to New York?

Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Reykjavik (KEF) to New York (JFK), starting at $258 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book Reykjavik to New York flights?

Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

What is the time difference between Reykjavik and New York?

New York is 4 hours behind Reykjavik. KEF is on Atlantic/Reykjavik time and JFK on America/New York time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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