Reykjavík to London (KEF–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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–LHR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair, British Airways and Japan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,178 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair Also: AI, EK, TP | 14 | 76W, 7M8 | 2h45-3h10 | – | – | AI, EK, TP |
| BA British Airways Also: QF | 7 | 32Q | 3h10 | – | Oneworld | QF |
| JL Japan Airlines | 1 | – | 2h28 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KEF: GMT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 7:00 PM in London.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
KEF–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KEF to LHR
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair, British Airways and Japan Airlines. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KEF to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KEF to LHR is about 3 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,178 miles (1,895 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 84 return, totaling 148 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.