Reykjavík to Zurich (KEF–ZRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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KEF–ZRH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and Edelweiss lead the route. The flight covers 1,635 miles in approximately 3h 55m. 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 | 7 | 32Q | 3h45 | – | – | AI, EK |
| WK Edelweiss Also: LH, LX | 3 | 320 | 3h55 | – | – | LH, LX |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zurich from Reykjavík
| Metric | KEF→ZRH | AEY→ZRH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KEF | – | 176 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 3h 30m |
Travel Essentials
KEF: GMT · ZRH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 8:00 PM in Zurich.
SBB trains from the airport station (below Check-in 2) to Zurich HB take 10 minutes and run every 10–15 minutes. Long-distance intercity trains to Geneva, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne depart directly from the airport station; Zurich Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe for onward rail travel. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CHF 55–75.Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Swiss customs exit is prompt for EU/Schengen arrivals. The Meet & Greet area is directly adjacent to baggage reclaim.
Temperate continental climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently foggy on the Swiss Plateau; fog (Hochnebel) can persist for days and is the most common cause of delays, with the airport above the fog layer on clearer days but below it on others. Snow does occur but is well managed. Temperatures range from −2 to 5°C.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms that can be intense but brief. Spring and autumn are mild and variable. Hochnebel fog season (October–January) is the primary operational risk to plan around.
KEF–ZRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KEF to ZRH
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair and Edelweiss. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
KEF to ZRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KEF to ZRH is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,635 miles (2,631 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 62 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Akureyri, Frankfurt Main and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Akureyri (AEY).