Keflavík International Airport (KEF) is Iceland’s main international airport, located on the Reykjanes Peninsula about 45-50 minutes by road from Reykjavík. It uses a single passenger terminal handling arrivals and departures for international services; several Icelandic carriers (notably Icelandair and PLAY) operate many routes through KEF.
Terminal Guide for Keflavik International Airport #
KEF has a single consolidated passenger terminal building for all international arrivals and departures. The terminal is compact and walkable from curb to gate; check-in, arrivals immigration and baggage reclaim are all handled within the same building.
Getting to and From Keflavik International Airport #
Reykjavík is about 50 km from the airport; typical travel time is 40-60 minutes by road depending on destination and weather.
- Coach / shuttle: Scheduled airport coaches (Flybus/Reykjavík Excursions and others) connect KEF with Reykjavík and major hotels; journey time ~45-60 minutes and fares vary (book in advance in high season).
- Taxis: Metered taxis operate 24/7; journey time to Reykjavík ~45-60 minutes and fares are significantly higher than coach services.
- Car hire: Several international and local rental firms have desks in the arrivals hall; roads are well signed but weather can affect driving times.
- Buses: Local bus services run between the airport and nearby towns; schedules vary seasonally.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Keflavik International Airport #
The terminal offers a range of shops including duty-free, cafés and restaurants, tourist information and car‑hire desks. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminal. There are also basic passenger facilities such as ATMs, currency exchange and family toilets; seasonal crowds can make seating and outlets busy.
Tips for Keflavik International Airport #
- Buy prepaid data at the arrivals kiosk (Síminn, Vodafone) - shops are located just after immigration.
- The scheduled coach transfers (Flybus/Reykjavík Excursions) are the cheapest door-to-door option to Reykjavik; book seats ahead in high season.
- If your flight lands late check schedules for public buses - taxis are available 24/7 but can be expensive on longer runs.
Weather & Climate near Keflavik International Airport #
Keflavik International Airport's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 13°C. Moderate rainfall (956 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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