How to travel from Budapest to Reykjavik, Iceland
The distance between Budapest and Reykjavik is around 3,187km (1,980 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 10m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Budapest 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 → Budapest if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Budapest (BUD) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration6h 15m
- Flight time5hrs
- Typical costISK 32,740($235)
+ 4 othersTrain and Plane
Take the train to Wien Hbf then fly from Vienna (VIE) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration8h 10m
- Flight time4h 45m
- Typical costISK 16,925($120)
Multiple operators
Fly to Reykjavik (RKV)
Fly from Budapest (BUD) to Reykjavik (RKV).
- Duration6h 10m
- Flight time5h 40m
- Typical costISK 37,875($275)
+ 4 othersFrequently asked questionsabout travel between Budapest and Reykjavik
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Budapest to Reykjavik by plane and train. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ISK 16,925 ($120) and will take around 8h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ISK 37,875 ($275).
The distance between Budapest and Reykjavik is around 3,187km (1,980 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,073km (1,910 miles)
It takes around 6h 15m to get from Budapest and Reykjavik by plane.
The quickest way to get from Budapest to Reykjavik is to fly which takes around 6h 10m and will set you back approx ISK 37,875 ($275).
The cheapest way to travel between Budapest and Reykjavik is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ISK 16,925 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Budapest and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Budapest (BUD) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). The flight takes around 5hrs.
Yes there is a direct flight between Budapest and Reykjavik with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 5hrs.
Wizz Air, Swiss Airways, Edelweiss Air, easyJet and Lufthansa fly between Budapest and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Budapest (BUD) and and arrive into Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). These flights usually take around 5hrs.
The flight from Budapest to Reykjavik typically takes around 5hrs. Flights depart from Budapest (BUD) 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 Budapest to Reykjavik is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around ISK 32,740 ($235).
Compare travel optionsbetween Budapest and Reykjavik
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 6h 15m | ISK 32,740($235) | hourly | 3,187km (1,980 miles) |
Train and Plane | 8h 10m | ISK 16,925($120) | hourly | 3,242km (2,015 miles) |
Fly to Reykjavik (RKV) | 6h 10m | ISK 37,875($275) | every 15 mins | 3,269km (2,031 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Budapest and Reykjavik
Airlines
Edelweiss Air
Train operators
Romanian Railways (CFR)
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