Edinburgh to Reykjavík (EDI–KEF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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EDI–KEF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 860 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 52 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair | 5 | 7M8 | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Reykjavík from Edinburgh
| Metric | EDI→KEF | GLA→KEF | NCL→KEF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EDI | – | 41 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 25m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
EDI: BST · KEF: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Edinburgh, it's 5:00 PM in Reykjavík.
British passport holders enter Iceland visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Iceland is in Schengen but not in the EU, so EU consumer regulations (flight delay compensation) apply differently.
Direct flights from London to Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF) run about 3 hours on Icelandair, easyJet, PLAY, and Wizz Air. Keflavik Airport is 50km from Reykjavik, with the Flybus shuttle taking 45 minutes for ISK 3,499 one way (about $25). Iceland uses the Icelandic krona (ISK), trading at roughly 140 ISK per $1. Cards are accepted everywhere, including rural gas stations and food trucks. Cash is almost unnecessary. No vaccination requirements. Fuel, food, and accommodation in Iceland run 50 to 100% more expensive than the UK.
EDI–KEF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EDI to KEF
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair and easyJet. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EDI to KEF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EDI to KEF ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 860 miles (1,385 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
52 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BFS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Glasgow (GLA) and Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (NCL).