Traveling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of St Louis, where Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your STL to Reykjavik flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from STL to Reykjavik. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 16 kilometers from central St Louis, STL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to STL? If you're catching an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
78.04% of flights that leave from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik flight is $433. The cheapest price for a return flight is $708. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from STL to Reykjavik. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from STL to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometers from central Reykjavik. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and discover more of Reykjavik and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from STL to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik has arrived, you can get to the city center in about 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometers from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
The journey will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your STL to Reykjavik flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Reykjavik International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, RAS Car Rental or Hertz and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before locking in your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Reykjavik offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from STL to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Reykjavik, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House.
Around 121 kilometers south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favorite stop in Iceland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
