Manchester, Greater Manchester to Reykjavík (MAN–KEF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–KEF is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair, Jet2.com and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,027 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FI Icelandair Also: EK, TP | 5 | 7M9 | 2h45 | – | – | EK, TP |
| LS Jet2.com | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Reykjavík from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→KEF | LBA→KEF | EMA→KEF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 44 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 19 | 2 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 50m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · KEF: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, 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 Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–KEF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to KEF
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair, Jet2.com and easyJet. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MAN to KEF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to KEF ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,027 miles (1,653 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 47 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BFS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA), Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).