How to travel from Reykjavik to İstanbul, Turkey
The distance between Reykjavik and İstanbul is around 4,204km (2,612 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 15m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Reykjavik to İstanbul by plane, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out İstanbul → Reykjavik if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Istanbul (IST).
- Duration7h 15m
- Flight time6h 20m
- Typical cost$590($590)
Icelandair
+ 5 others3 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Seyðisfjörður then take a ferry to Hirtshals then drive to Istanbul.
- Duration4 days 1h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost$985($985)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Reykjavik and İstanbul
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Reykjavik to İstanbul by plane, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $465 and will take around 7h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $590.
The distance between Reykjavik and İstanbul is around 4,204km (2,612 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 4,121km (2,561 miles)
It takes around 7h 15m to get from Reykjavik and İstanbul by plane.
The quickest way to get from Reykjavik to İstanbul is to fly which takes around 7h 15m and will set you back approx $590.
The cheapest way to travel between Reykjavik and İstanbul is to fly which will typically cost around $465 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Reykjavik and İstanbul. We recommend that you fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Istanbul (IST). instead which will take 7h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Reykjavik and İstanbul. We recommend that you fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Istanbul (IST). instead which will take 7h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Reykjavik and İstanbul. Flights depart from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) and arrive at Istanbul (IST) - via Copenhagen (CPH). The flight takes around 6h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Reykjavik to İstanbul. There is however a flight that goes via Copenhagen (CPH). This services will take at least 7h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Reykjavik to İstanbul typically takes around 6h 20m. Flights depart from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) and and arrive into Istanbul (IST).
The closest major airport to İstanbul is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) (SAW) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from İstanbul. Istanbul Airport (IST) (IST) and Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) (EDO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Reykjavik to İstanbul. We recommend that you fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Istanbul (IST). instead which will take 7h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Reykjavik to İstanbul is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 15m and will usually cost around $590.
Compare travel optionsbetween Reykjavik and İstanbul
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 7h 15m | $590($590) | hourly | 4,204km (2,612 miles) |
| Fly to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) | 7h 15m | $625($625) | hourly | 4,272km (2,654 miles) |
| Fly to Istanbul (IST) | 7h 40m | $465($465) | on demand | 4,427km (2,751 miles) |
| Fly to Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) | 7h 50m | $470($470) | every 5 mins | 4,475km (2,781 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 4 days 1h | $985($985) | once a week | 5,269km (3,274 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Reykjavik and İstanbul
Airlines
Icelandair
Turkish Airlines
Finnair
Ferry operators
Smyril Line
Airports near İstanbul
The following major airports near İstanbul offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Turkey and internationally.
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
- Distance
- 31km (19 miles) from İstanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Distance
- 34km (21 miles) from İstanbul
Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO)
- Distance
- 232km (144 miles) from İstanbul