Reykjavík to Minneapolis (KEF–MSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
BT6341
BT airBaltic
7M8
4:45 PM
GMT
6:25 PM
CDT
6h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FI657
FI Icelandair
7M8
4:45 PM
GMT
6:25 PM
CDT
6h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FI656
FI Icelandair
7M8
7:25 PM
CDT T2
6:35 AM+1
GMT
6h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Reykjavík to Minneapolis
2 carriers, 8 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 2,937 mi 6h 40m nonstop -5h behind 26 1-stop hubs

KEF–MSP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and airBaltic lead the route. The flight covers 2,937 miles in approximately 6h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KEF–MSP service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FI Icelandair 7 7M8 6h40
BT airBaltic 1 7M8 6h40
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – BT, FI
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: BT + FI (8 flights/wk, 100%)
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 MSP direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
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
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KEF to MSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,504
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 → MSP
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
MSP → KEF
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-5h
Minneapolis is 5 hours behind Reykjavík.
KEF: GMT · MSP: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 1:00 PM in Minneapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
2,937 mi / 4,726 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 40m.
Getting from MSP

Metro Blue Line from T1-Lindbergh to downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse/Hennepin) takes 25–28 minutes ($2.50). T2-Humphrey has its own Blue Line stop. Trains run frequently 5am–1am. Taxis from T1 to downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40; to St. Paul $30–45.Ride-hail pickup is on the ground level outside baggage claim. Rental car center is connected to T1 via the tram system. Mall of America (Bloomington) is 13 minutes by Blue Line; useful if connecting to suburban destinations. MSP is unusually well-integrated with regional transit for a US airport.

Minneapolis Climate

Humid continental climate. One of the coldest major hub airports in the United States. Winters are severe (−15 to −2°C, November–March) with heavy snow and extreme cold snaps. Delta's de-icing operation at MSP is among the largest in the US, but heavy blizzards cause ground stops and cascading delays. Wind chill below −30°C occurs multiple times each winter.

Summers are warm and pleasant (22–30°C) with occasional severe thunderstorms in June–August. Spring brings tornado risk in the broader region. MSP has a strong snow operations record. Cancellations happen, but the airport manages heavy snowfall better than many eastern hubs. Pack serious winter gear from November through March.

KEF–MSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reykjavík to Minneapolis route.
Route details
Distance2,937 mi / 4,726 km
Flight time6h 40m
Time difference-5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights8 out / 7 return
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: KEF
IATA / ICAOKEF / BIKF
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation171 ft / 52 m
Destination: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KEF to MSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Keflavik International Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field take approximately 6h 40m. The route covers 2,937 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: airBaltic and Icelandair.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from KEF to MSP. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RST, ATW, TEB, PIT, ATL, FLL, SJC, IAD, EWR, PDX, ORD, NRT, DUB, BOS, BWI, YYZ, SEA, JFK, DEN, MCO, LHR, YVR, MIA, AMS, RDU and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Minneapolis is 5 hours behind Reykjavík.
Yes, return flights from MSP 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 MSP

Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic and Icelandair. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KEF to MSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KEF to MSP ranges from 6 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,937 miles (4,726 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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