Zurich to Reykjavík (ZRH–KEF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
ZRH–KEF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Icelandair and Edelweiss lead the route. The flight covers 1,635 miles in approximately 4h 3m. 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 | 75W | 4h | – | – | AI, EK |
| WK Edelweiss Also: LH, LX | 2 | 320 | 4h05 | – | – | LH, LX |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Reykjavík from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→KEF | BSL→KEF | MXP→KEF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 49 mi | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 2 | 29 |
| Flight time | 4h 3m | 4h 15m | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · KEF: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 4:00 PM in Reykjavík.
Switzerland and Iceland are both Schengen members through the EFTA framework. Swiss citizens have full freedom of movement and can enter Iceland with a valid passport or national ID card. No visa or time limit applies.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
ZRH–KEF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to KEF
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Keflavik International Airport (KEF) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair and Edelweiss. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ZRH to KEF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to KEF is about 4 hours 3 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,635 miles (2,631 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 53 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and Dublin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bâle / Mulhouse (BSL) and Ferno (VA) (MXP).