Reykjavík to Narita (KEF–NRT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Reykjavík to Narita
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 5,482 mi 11h 55m nonstop +9h ahead 18 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between KEF and NRT, connecting options are available through 18 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KEF to NRT.
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One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
ZRH ~17h 59m MXP ~18h 45m HEL ~20h 35m SJC ~20h 50m BRU ~23h 35m
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Two-Stop Connections
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Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+9h
Narita is 9 hours ahead of Reykjavík.
KEF: GMT · NRT: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 3:00 AM (next day) in Narita.
Distance & Flight Time
5,482 mi / 8,822 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 55m.
Getting from NRT

Keisei Skyliner (41 min to Ueno, ¥2,570) and Narita Express (N'EX, 60 min to Tokyo Station, ¥3,070) are the primary train options. Limousine buses serve major hotels throughout Tokyo, Yokohama, and even Osaka for ¥3,200–¥6,000. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are connected by free shuttle bus; Terminal 3 (LCC) is a 15-minute walk or shuttle from Terminal 2.

Rental car desks are in the arrivals halls. Highway Bus (cheaper than limousine) is available to many cities. IC card (Suica/Pasmo) works on Keisei and JR lines from NRT at standard fares.

Narita Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–September) are hot, very humid, and subject to the rainy season (tsuyu) in June–July, followed by typhoon season peaking in August–October. Typhoons can close Narita for 12–24 hours. The airport is particularly exposed on the Chiba plain. Temperatures reach 28–34°C.

Winters (December–February) are cool and dry at 3–10°C with clear skies. This is the most reliable flying season. Snow is infrequent but causes significant disruption when it occurs. The Kanto plain is ill-equipped for heavy snowfall. Spring (late March–April) is mild.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

KEF–NRT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reykjavík to Narita route.
Route details
Distance5,482 mi / 8,822 km
Flight time11h 55m
Time difference+9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: KEF
Full nameKeflavik International Airport
IATA / ICAOKEF / BIKF
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation171 ft / 52 m
Destination: NRT
Full nameNarita International Airport
IATA / ICAONRT / RJAA
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr40.8M
Elevation141 ft / 43 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KEF to NRT flights.
Nonstop flights from Keflavik International Airport to Narita International Airport take approximately 11h 55m. The route covers 5,482 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from KEF to NRT.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ZRH, MXP, HEL, SJC, BRU, FRA, MIA, AMS, WAW, YVR, EWR, ORD, SEA, YYZ, DEN, BOS, JFK and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Narita is 9 hours ahead of Reykjavík.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KEF to NRT

Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

KEF to NRT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KEF to NRT ranges from 11 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,482 miles (8,822 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via ZRH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.