Traveling from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is ten hours ahead of Honolulu, where Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your HNL to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from HNL to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
HNL is around 6 kilometers from central Honolulu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 3 hours.
Looking for a hotel close to HNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
84.42% of flights leaving Daniel K. Inouye International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of HNL.
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik flight is $464. The cheapest price for a return flight is $987. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from HNL to Reykjavik. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HNL to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometers from the center of Reykjavik. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and chase adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from HNL to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometers from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your HNL to Reykjavik flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can get busy. Go to Reykjavik in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HNL to Reykjavik in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey around 241 kilometers north-east to Akureyri to check off its top sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometers south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are highlights.