London, Essex to Reykjavík (STN–KEF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
STN–KEF had nonstop service from Jet2.com, last on the schedule in April 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,171 miles in 3h.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2.com | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Reykjavík from London, Essex
| Metric | STN→KEF | LTN→KEF | LHR→KEF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from STN | – | 26 mi | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | – | 5 | 84 |
| Flight time | 3h | 3h 5m | 3h 5m |
Travel Essentials
STN: BST · KEF: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in London, Essex, 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.
STN–KEF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from STN to KEF
London Stansted Airport (STN) and Keflavik International Airport (KEF) had nonstop service from Jet2.com, last on the schedule in April 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
STN to KEF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from STN to KEF is about 3 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,171 miles (1,885 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Edinburgh, Glasgow and Brussels. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luton, Luton (LTN), London (LHR) and London (LGW).