How to travel from Geneva to Reykjavik, Iceland
The distance between Geneva and Reykjavik is around 2,703km (1,679 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Geneva 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 → Geneva if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Geneva (GVA) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costISK 58,545($420)
Icelandair
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Take the train to Zürich Flughafen then fly from Zurich (ZRH) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration7h 55m
- Flight time4hrs
- Typical costISK 79,490($575)
Multiple operators
Train to Lyon Part Dieu, Fly
Take the train to Lyon Part Dieu then fly from Lyon (LYS) to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF).
- Duration7h 60m
- Flight time4h 55m
- Typical costISK 48,415($350)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geneva and Reykjavik
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Geneva to Reykjavik by plane and train. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ISK 48,415 ($350) and will take around 7h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ISK 58,545 ($420).
The distance between Geneva and Reykjavik is around 2,703km (1,679 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,633km (1,636 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Geneva and Reykjavik by plane.
The quickest way to get from Geneva to Reykjavik is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ISK 58,545 ($420).
The cheapest way to travel between Geneva and Reykjavik is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ISK 48,415 ($350) for a standard one-way ticket.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Geneva and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Geneva (GVA) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). The flight takes around 3h 50m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Geneva and Reykjavik with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 50m.
Icelandair, Ghodawat Aviation, easyJet, Swiss Airways, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa and Iberia fly between Geneva and Reykjavik. Flights depart from Geneva (GVA) and and arrive into Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF). These flights usually take around 3h 50m.
The flight from Geneva to Reykjavik typically takes around 3h 50m. Flights depart from Geneva (GVA) 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 Geneva to Reykjavik is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ISK 58,545 ($420).
Compare travel optionsbetween Geneva and Reykjavik
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 4h 50m | ISK 58,545($420) | hourly | 2,703km (1,679 miles) |
Train and Plane | 7h 55m | ISK 79,490($575) | hourly | 2,967km (1,844 miles) |
Train to Lyon Part Dieu, Fly | 7h 60m | ISK 48,415($350) | every 3 hours | 2,888km (1,794 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Geneva and Reykjavik
Airlines
Icelandair
Ghodawat Aviation
Edelweiss Air
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