How to travel from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV), Iceland

The distance between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is around 1km (1 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 2min.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) by bus, taxi and walk. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Reykjavik Airport (RKV)Reykjavik if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Læknagarður.

  • Duration2min
  • Departsevery 10 mins
  • Typical cost
    ISK 275($2)
Operated by

Strætó

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walk
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Walk

Walk to Reykjavik Airport (RKV).

  • Duration29min
  • Departson demand
Operated by

Multiple walk operators

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Reykjavik Airport (RKV).

  • Duration5min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ISK 2,360($17)
Operated by

Taxi Reykjavik

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV)

There are several options for getting from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) by bus, taxi and walk. The cheapest option is to walk which costs around and will take around 29min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and arrive in approximately 2min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ISK 275 ($2).

The distance between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is around 1km (1 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2km (1 miles)

It takes around 2min to get from Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) by bus.

The quickest way to get from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is to take the bus which takes around 2min and will set you back approx ISK 275 ($2).

The cheapest way to travel between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is to walk which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV). We recommend that you take the bus to Læknagarður. instead which will take 2min.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV). It typically takes around 2min and departs every 10 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 10 mins and takes 2min.

Strætó run regular bus services between Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Buses run every 10 mins and take around 2min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) from Reykjavik is to take the bus which will take 2min and cost around ISK 275 ($2).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV). We recommend that you take the bus to Læknagarður. instead which will take 2min.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV). We recommend that you take the bus to Læknagarður. instead which will take 2min.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2min and will usually cost around ISK 275 ($2).

How do I get from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV)

Compare travel optionsbetween Reykjavik and Reykjavik Airport (RKV)

Transport options from Reykjavik to Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2min
ISK 275($2)
every 10 mins1km (1 miles)
Walk
29min
on demand2km (2 miles)
Taxi
5min
ISK 2,360($17)
on demand4km (2 miles)

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