Reykjavík to London (KEF–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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KEF–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,178 miles in approximately 2h 56m. Beyond nonstop, 66 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair Also: AI, EK, TP | 14 | 32Q, 7M8 | 3h10-3h15 | – | – | AI, EK, TP |
| BA British Airways Also: QF | 7 | 32N | 2h56 | – | Oneworld | QF |
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 British Airways and Icelandair. With 63 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KEF to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KEF to LHR ranges from 2 hours 56 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,178 miles (1,895 km). There are approximately 63 weekly flights outbound and 77 return, totaling 140 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
66 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NCL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.