London to Reykjavík (LGW–KEF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–KEF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,203 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair Also: AI, EK, TP | 11 | 7M8 | 3h15 | – | – | AI, EK, TP |
| U2 easyJet | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Reykjavík from London
| Metric | LGW→KEF | LHR→KEF | LTN→KEF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | 77 | 5 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 3h 5m | 3h 5m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · KEF: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 5:00 PM in Reykjavík.
British passport holders enter Iceland visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Iceland is in Schengen but not in the EU, so EU consumer regulations (flight delay compensation) apply differently.
Direct flights from London to Reykjavik Keflavik (KEF) run about 3 hours on Icelandair, easyJet, PLAY, and Wizz Air. Keflavik Airport is 50km from Reykjavik, with the Flybus shuttle taking 45 minutes for ISK 3,499 one way (about $25). Iceland uses the Icelandic krona (ISK), trading at roughly 140 ISK per $1. Cards are accepted everywhere, including rural gas stations and food trucks. Cash is almost unnecessary. No vaccination requirements. Fuel, food, and accommodation in Iceland run 50 to 100% more expensive than the UK.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–KEF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to KEF
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair and easyJet. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LGW to KEF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to KEF ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,203 miles (1,935 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via AEY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR), Luton, Luton (LTN) and London, Essex (STN).