How to travel from Berlin to Reykjavik, Iceland

The distance between Berlin and Reykjavik is around 2,517km (1,564 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 20m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Berlin to Reykjavik by plane and train. 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 Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 41,760($300)
Operated by

Ghodawat Aviation

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Hamburg Hbf then fly from Hamburg (HAM) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).

  • Duration6h 20m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ISK 60,765($440)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Berlin and Reykjavik

There are several options for getting from Berlin to Reykjavik by plane and train. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ISK 41,760 ($300) and will take around 5h 20m.

The distance between Berlin and Reykjavik is around 2,517km (1,564 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,388km (1,484 miles)

It takes around 5h 20m to get from Berlin and Reykjavik by plane.

The quickest way to get from Berlin to Reykjavik is to fly which takes around 5h 20m and will set you back approx ISK 41,760 ($300).

The cheapest way to travel between Berlin and Reykjavik is to fly which will typically cost around ISK 41,760 ($300) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Berlin and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Berlin and Reykjavik with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 55m.

Ghodawat Aviation, Icelandair, KLM, Transavia Holland, Lufthansa and Scandinavian Airlines fly between Berlin and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) and and arrive into Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). These flights usually take around 3h 55m.

The flight from Berlin to Reykjavik typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) 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 Berlin to Reykjavik is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 20m and will usually cost around ISK 41,760 ($300).

How do I get from Berlin to Reykjavik

Compare travel optionsbetween Berlin and Reykjavik

Transport options from Berlin to Reykjavik
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 20m
ISK 41,760($300)
hourly2,519km (1,565 miles)
Train and Plane
6h 20m
ISK 60,765($440)
hourly2,517km (1,564 miles)

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Airlines

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