How to travel from Athens to Reykjavik, Iceland
The distance between Athens and Reykjavik is around 4,285km (2,662 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 45m.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Athens 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 Reykjavik → Athens if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Athens (ATH) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration7h 45m
- Flight time6h 20m
- Typical costISK 49,110($355)
Ghodawat Aviation
+ 4 othersTrain and Plane
Take the train to Thessaloniki then fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration12h 30m
- Flight time6h 50m
- Typical costISK 48,000($345)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Athens and Reykjavik
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Athens to Reykjavik by plane and train. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ISK 48,000 ($345) and will take around 12h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ISK 49,110 ($355).
The distance between Athens and Reykjavik is around 4,285km (2,662 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 4,163km (2,587 miles)
It takes around 7h 45m to get from Athens and Reykjavik by plane.
The quickest way to get from Athens to Reykjavik is to fly which takes around 7h 45m and will set you back approx ISK 49,110 ($355).
The cheapest way to travel between Athens and Reykjavik is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ISK 48,000 ($345) for a standard one-way ticket.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Athens and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Athens (ATH) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). The flight takes around 6h 20m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Athens and Reykjavik with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 6h 20m.
Ghodawat Aviation, easyJet, Lufthansa, Transavia Holland and Wizz Air fly between Athens and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Athens (ATH) and and arrive into Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). These flights usually take around 6h 20m.
The flight from Athens to Reykjavik typically takes around 6h 20m. Flights depart from Athens (ATH) 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 Athens to Reykjavik is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 45m and will usually cost around ISK 49,110 ($355).
Compare travel optionsbetween Athens and Reykjavik
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 7h 45m | ISK 49,110($355) | hourly | 4,285km (2,662 miles) |
Train and Plane | 12h 30m | ISK 48,000($345) | every 4 hours | 4,676km (2,905 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Athens and Reykjavik
Airlines
Ghodawat Aviation
Transavia Holland
Train operators
Airports near Reykjavik
The following major airports near Reykjavik offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Iceland and internationally.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
- Distance
- 2km (1 miles) from Reykjavik
Keflavík International Airport (KEF)
- Distance
- 37km (23 miles) from Reykjavik
Isafjordur Airport (IFJ)
- Distance
- 220km (137 miles) from Reykjavik