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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £187. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik

Alternative Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Helsinki to Reykjavik: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£89
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week70

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Reykjavik: Reykjavik Domestic and Reykjavik Keflavik.
The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik is £185. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik.
Finnair, Icelandair and Jettime fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik.
As of June 2026, there are 140 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Reykjavik is usually October.
If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport, the cheapest airport near Reykjavik is Reykjavik Keflavik – which is 23.2 miles away from the centre of Reykjavik. We've found flights into this airport from £185.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik on Thursday, 29 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Reykjavik but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reykjavik is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in Reykjavik, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Ryanair and Icelandair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Reykjavik.

Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik.

  • The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is two hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Keflavik Airport (KEF). There are 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to KEF is the 07:20 Finnair service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 15:50 with Finnair.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your HEL to Reykjavik flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik tickets are available for booking. Keflavik Airport (KEF) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Check out the deals with Finnair. This carrier operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from HEL to Reykjavik. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)

    • Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)

    • Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)

  • Travelling from central Helsinki to HEL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kms (10 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a hotel near HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HEL touch down on schedule 84% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Reykjavik

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik flight is £89. The cheapest price for a return flight is £185. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap flights from HEL to Reykjavik, book your trip eight months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from HEL to Reykjavik couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find a cheap flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik Airport (KEF)

  • The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kms (30 miles). It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from HEL to Reykjavik.

Reykjavik Airport (RKV)

  • The centre of Reykjavik is about 2 kms (1 mile) from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 10 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 20 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your HEL to Reykjavik flight, settle in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Reykjavik

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, visit Reykjavik in January.

  • The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Reykjavik around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Reykjavik

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are essential stops on your Reykjavik itinerary.

Explore more of Iceland

  • You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Journey about 241 kms (150 miles) northeast to Akureyri to check off its leading sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kms (75 miles) southeast of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without experiencing Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.

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