Reykjavík to Dulles (KEF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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
| 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 | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
KEF: GMT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 2:00 PM in Dulles.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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.