Reykjavík to Rome (KEF–FCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
KEF–FCO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Icelandair leads the route. The flight covers 2,063 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair Also: AZ, EK | 7 | 75W | 4h45 | – | – | AZ, EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KEF: GMT · FCO: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 8:00 PM in Rome.
Leonardo Express to Roma Termini (32 min, €14) departs from inside the terminal every 30 minutes. Regional FL1 trains cost €8 and serve Trastevere, Ostiense, and Tiburtina; useful if your accommodation is near those stations.Official taxis (white, metered) from FCO to central Rome (within the Aurelian Walls) have a fixed €50 fare regardless of traffic. Agree on the fixed rate before departure. Ciampino (CIA) handles Ryanair and some charter flights; it is 40 minutes east of Rome by bus and a completely separate airport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry (28–36°C, June–August) with little rain and intense sunshine. Heat rarely disrupts flights but can make the terminal uncomfortable. Winters are mild (5–13°C) with rain primarily from November through February. Snow in Rome is rare, occurring once every few years, but when it falls the city and airport are largely unprepared. Even light accumulations cause significant disruption.
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons (15–23°C). Sirocco winds from the Sahara occasionally bring warm dusty air and reduced visibility in spring. FCO has little fog risk and generally good flying weather compared to northern European hubs.
KEF–FCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KEF to FCO
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
KEF to FCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KEF to FCO is about 4 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,063 miles (3,319 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zürich, Nice-Côte d'Azur and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.