Flying from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Louisville, where Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SDF to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SDF to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Louisville, SDF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SDF? If you're catching an early flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
77% of flights taking off from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find SDF at 600 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik flight is £361. The cheapest price for a return flight is £697. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SDF to Reykjavik. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across each month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SDF to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is located around 2 kms (1 mile) from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near RKV. Unwind and get cosy after your SDF to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the busiest month for flights from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Lock in a Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SDF to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be discovered. About 241 kms (150 miles) northeast of Reykjavik, a visit to Akureyri will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kms (75 miles) southeast of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without seeing Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
