How to travel from Tallinn to Reykjavik, Iceland

The distance between Tallinn and Reykjavik is around 2,599km (1,615 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 35m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Tallinn to Reykjavik by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Tallinn (TLL) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Flight time4h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 32,600($235)
Operated by

Finnair

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Ferry and Plane

Take a ferry to Helsinki then fly from Helsinki (HEL) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration7h 25m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 43,285($310)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tallinn and Reykjavik

There are several options for getting from Tallinn to Reykjavik by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ISK 32,600 ($235) and will take around 5h 35m.

The distance between Tallinn and Reykjavik is around 2,599km (1,615 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,450km (1,522 miles)

It takes around 5h 35m to get from Tallinn and Reykjavik by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tallinn to Reykjavik is to fly which takes around 5h 35m and will set you back approx ISK 32,600 ($235).

The cheapest way to travel between Tallinn and Reykjavik is to fly which will typically cost around ISK 32,600 ($235) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tallinn and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Tallinn (TLL) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) - via Helsinki (HEL). The flight takes around 4h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Tallinn to Reykjavik. There is however a flight that goes via Helsinki (HEL). This services will take at least 5h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tallinn to Reykjavik typically takes around 4h 30m. Flights depart from Tallinn (TLL) and and arrive into Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

The closest major airport to Reykjavik is Reykjavik Airport (RKV) (RKV) which is approximately 2km (1 miles) from Reykjavik. Keflavík International Airport (KEF) (KEF) and Isafjordur Airport (IFJ) (IFJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tallinn to Reykjavik is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 35m and will usually cost around ISK 32,600 ($235).

How do I get from Tallinn to Reykjavik

Compare travel optionsbetween Tallinn and Reykjavik

Transport options from Tallinn to Reykjavik
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 35m
ISK 32,600($235)
hourly2,599km (1,615 miles)
Ferry and Plane
7h 25m
ISK 43,285($310)
hourly2,602km (1,617 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Tallinn and Reykjavik

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Ferry operators

Airports near Reykjavik

The following major airports near Reykjavik offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Iceland and internationally.

RKV
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
2km (1 miles) from Reykjavik
KEF
Keflavík International Airport (KEF)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Reykjavik
IFJ
Isafjordur Airport (IFJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
220km (137 miles) from Reykjavik