Journey information
Overview: Reykjavík to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Reykjavík to Edinburgh depart on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:40, the last at 21:10. The fastest flight covers the 1371 km distance in 2h 10m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1371 km |
Average flight duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Flights per day 8 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 10m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 05:40 |
Last flight 21:10 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Reykjavík to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£279
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
1371 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Reykjavík to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reykjavík to Edinburgh will cost around £279 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £98.
Of the 3 flights that leave Reykjavík for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1371 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 12 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Live departures
Reykjavík to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Reykjavík to Edinburgh flights for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:00 Reykjavík | 12h25 | 07:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:05 Reykjavík | 11h20 | 07:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 08:40 Reykjavík | 12h05 | 20:45 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:35 Reykjavík | 2h25 | 12:00 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Reykjavík | 3h40 | 15:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Reykjavík to Edinburgh flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reykjavík to Edinburgh by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Reykjavík to Edinburgh generally leave from Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport is 49.2 km away from Reykjavík city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reykjavík and Edinburgh
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including Duty-Free Iceland and 66°North.
- Parking available, short-term parking costs around 5.2€ (ISK 750) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Several lounges available, including the Icelandair Saga Lounge.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 55, 21
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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