Reykjavík to Dulles (KEF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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2,793 mi airlines 11/wk
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SK925
SK S
4:39 PM
GMT
7:04 PM
EDT
6h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
BT6343
BT airBaltic
7M8
4:50 PM
GMT
7:30 PM
EDT
6h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FI645
FI Icelandair
7M8
4:50 PM
GMT
7:30 PM
EDT
6h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FI1
FI Icelandair
5:10 PM
GMT
6:03 PM
EDT
M T W T F S S
Prices
BT6349
BT airBaltic
7M8
8:40 PM
EDT
6:35 AM+1
GMT
5h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FI644
FI Icelandair
7M8
8:40 PM
EDT
6:35 AM+1
GMT
5h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Reykjavík to Dulles
4 carriers, 11 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines 11 Flights/wk 2,793 mi 6h 25m nonstop -4h behind 41 1-stop hubs

KEF–IAD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair, airBaltic and PLF lead the route. The flight covers 2,793 miles in approximately 6h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KEF–IAD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FI Icelandair 8 7M8 6h40
BT airBaltic 2 7M8 6h40
PLF PLF 1
SK SAS 1 6h25 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – BT, FI
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: BT + FI + PLF (11 flights/wk, 92%)
Star Alliance: SK (1 flights/wk, 8%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KEF to IAD direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
3
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
9
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KEF to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
41
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,235
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
KEF → IAD
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
IAD → KEF
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 2:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
2,793 mi / 4,495 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 25m to 6h 40m.
Getting from IAD

Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.

Dulles Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.

Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.

KEF–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reykjavík to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance2,793 mi / 4,495 km
Flight time6h 25m to 6h 40m
Time difference-4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights11 out / 9 return
1-stop connections41 hubs
Origin: KEF
IATA / ICAOKEF / BIKF
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation171 ft / 52 m
Destination: IAD
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KEF to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Keflavik International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 6h 25m to 6h 40m. The route covers 2,793 miles.
4 airlines operate nonstop service: airBaltic, Icelandair, PLF and SAS.
There are approximately 11 nonstop flights per week from KEF to IAD. The return direction has about 9 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YYR, BWI, TEB, BGR, PIT, ATW, PWM, ATL, GLA, STN, FLL, LTN, DUB, BRU, HEL, PRG, SJC, SAL, CDG, EWR, FRA, BOS, PDX, RDU, JFK, MUC, YYZ, AMS, MIA, MCO, MSP, EDI, SEA, BCN, ORD, DEN, LHR, LIS, CPH, FCO and ZRH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 4 hours behind Reykjavík.
Yes, return flights from IAD to KEF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 IAD

Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic, Icelandair, PLF and SAS. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KEF to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KEF to IAD ranges from 6 hours 25 minutes to 6 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,793 miles (4,495 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via YYR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.