Reykjavík to Atlanta (KEF–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Reykjavík to Atlanta
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 3,311 mi 7h 17m nonstop -4h behind 38 1-stop hubs

KEF–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 3,311 miles in approximately 7h 17m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KEF–ATL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines 1 – – – SkyTeam –
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: DL (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KEF to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
ADW ~9h 4m RST ~9h 38m PIT ~9h 57m TEB ~10h 0m ATW ~10h 23m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,545
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
KEF → ATL
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
Return
ATL → KEF
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
94%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-4h
Atlanta is 4 hours behind Reykjavík.
KEF: GMT · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 2:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
3,311 mi / 5,328 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 17m.
Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

KEF–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reykjavík to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance3,311 mi / 5,328 km
Flight time7h 17m
Time difference-4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: KEF
Full nameKeflavik International Airport
IATA / ICAOKEF / BIKF
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation171 ft / 52 m
Destination: ATL
Full nameHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KEF to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Keflavik International Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 7h 17m. The route covers 3,311 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from KEF to ATL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADW, RST, PIT, TEB, ATW, PWM, FLL, LGG, SJC, SAL, MAN, JFK, YYZ, IAD, MSP, BOS, ORD, RDU, PDX, MCO, SEA, EWR, DEN, BWI, FRA, AMS, BCN, MXP, MIA, YVR, CPH, LHR, CDG, DUB, BRU, ZRH, MUC and FCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 4 hours behind Reykjavík.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KEF to ATL

Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KEF to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KEF to ATL ranges from 7 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,311 miles (5,328 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via ADW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.