How to travel from Lyon to Reykjavik, Iceland

The distance between Lyon and Reykjavik is around 2,726km (1,694 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 5m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Lyon to Reykjavik by plane and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ReykjavikLyon if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Lyon (LYS) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration6h 5m
  • Flight time4h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 34,545($250)
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Train and Plane

Take the train to Geneve then fly from Geneva (GVA) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration6h 45m
  • Flight time3h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 62,290($450)
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Train to Clermont Ferrand, Fly

Take the train to Clermont Ferrand then fly from Clermont-Ferrand (CFE) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration8h 5m
  • Flight time4h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 84,905($610)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lyon and Reykjavik

There are several options for getting from Lyon to Reykjavik by plane and train. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ISK 34,545 ($250) and will take around 6h 5m.

The distance between Lyon and Reykjavik is around 2,726km (1,694 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,625km (1,631 miles)

It takes around 6h 5m to get from Lyon and Reykjavik by plane.

The quickest way to get from Lyon to Reykjavik is to fly which takes around 6h 5m and will set you back approx ISK 34,545 ($250).

The cheapest way to travel between Lyon and Reykjavik is to fly which will typically cost around ISK 34,545 ($250) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lyon and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Lyon (LYS) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) - via Manchester (MAN). The flight takes around 4h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Lyon to Reykjavik. There is however a flight that goes via Manchester (MAN). This services will take at least 6h 5m (not including layover time).

The flight from Lyon to Reykjavik typically takes around 4h 55m. Flights depart from Lyon (LYS) 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 Lyon to Reykjavik is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 5m and will usually cost around ISK 34,545 ($250).

How do I get from Lyon to Reykjavik

Compare travel optionsbetween Lyon and Reykjavik

Transport options from Lyon to Reykjavik
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6h 5m
ISK 34,545($250)
hourly2,726km (1,694 miles)
Train and Plane
6h 45m
ISK 62,290($450)
every 3 hours2,865km (1,780 miles)
Train to Clermont Ferrand, Fly
8h 5m
ISK 84,905($610)
every 4 hours2,877km (1,788 miles)

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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