Traveling from Hamburg to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Hamburg. Explore your options leaving from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) when planning your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik.
Hop off the plane at Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF), the primary gateway of Reykjavik.
Hop on a direct Hamburg to Reykjavik flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Hamburg and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Hamburg to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like September, it's best 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 fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik
Lock in cheap Hamburg to Reykjavik flights by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Reykjavik is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
Take off from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) on a nonstop flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik. From HAM, you can travel directly to Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Check out the promotions with Icelandair. This carrier offers direct Hamburg to Reykjavik plane tickets out of HAM.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Hamburg to Reykjavik flights leaving from Hamburg International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Traveling from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Hamburg International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Hamburg International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik? Kick back in a hotel near Hamburg Lubeck Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Hamburg Lubeck Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) is approximately 40 kilometers from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Reykjavik Keflavik Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and chase adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV)
The center of Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometers from Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take approximately 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik Domestic Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
March is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Reykjavik, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Hamburg to Reykjavik tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Hamburg to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center, Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre and Sun Voyager are major attractions which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometers to the south, top sights here include Heidmork Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Iceland, head for Hafnarfjörður, about 10 kilometers south of Reykjavik. Vidistadatun Sculpture Park, Ytri Tunga Beach and Helgafell are key reasons to visit.