Halifax to Reykjavík (YHZ–KEF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Halifax to Reykjavík
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,049 mi 2h 51m nonstop +3h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YHZ and KEF, connecting options are available through 12 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YHZ to KEF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
YYR ~6h 48m YUL ~8h 3m JFK ~9h 37m BRS ~9h 39m LTN ~9h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
285
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YHZ → KEF
56%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
56%
Return
KEF → YHZ
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YHZ delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Reykjavík is 3 hours ahead of Halifax.
YHZ: ADT · KEF: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Halifax, it's 9:00 PM in Reykjavík.
Distance & Flight Time
2,049 mi / 3,297 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 51m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens enter Iceland and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone. Iceland is in Schengen but not the EU, so EU residency rules do not apply.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

YHZ–KEF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Halifax to Reykjavík route.
Route details
Distance2,049 mi / 3,297 km
Flight time2h 51m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: YHZ
Full nameHalifax / Stanfield International Airport
IATA / ICAOYHZ / CYHZ
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation477 ft / 145 m
Destination: KEF
Full nameKeflavik International Airport
IATA / ICAOKEF / BIKF
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation171 ft / 52 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YHZ to KEF flights.
Nonstop flights from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport to Keflavik International Airport take approximately 2h 51m. The route covers 2,049 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YHZ to KEF.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YYR, YUL, JFK, BRS, LTN, FRA, LGG, EWR, BOS, YYZ, MCO and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Reykjavík is 3 hours ahead of Halifax.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YHZ to KEF

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YHZ to KEF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YHZ to KEF ranges from 2 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,049 miles (3,297 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via YYR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.