Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Kansas City, where Kansas City International Airport is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your MCI to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MCI to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
MCI is around 26 kilometers from central Kansas City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near MCI? If you've booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Kansas City International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MCI land at their destination as scheduled 81.34% of the time.
MCI is located at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Reykjavik
$352 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $701. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MCI to Reykjavik. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across each month and pick up a fantastic deal.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from MCI to Reykjavik.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to the center of Reykjavik takes around 50 minutes by car. The center is roughly 48 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and chase adventure across Reykjavik and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MCI to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometers from central Reykjavik. Once you've hopped off your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near RKV. Unwind and get cozy after your MCI to Reykjavik flight at any of these well-located options:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before locking in your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCI to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Reykjavik:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are top attractions which should feature on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iceland you'll want to see. About 241 kilometers north-east of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another standout destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometers south-east of Reykjavik. No journey is complete without seeing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.