Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 32 minutes.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 1 hour behind Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route, with 7 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from FCO to KEF is with Icelandair at 15:55. Opt for the first departure operated by Wizz Air Malta at 08:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from FCO to Reykjavik. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik that arrives at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Icelandair. This airline has direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from FCO to Reykjavik. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You don't need a visa for Iceland if you have a passport from Italy and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes approximately 51 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel near FCO? If you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Reykjavik
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik is R 1,634. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,642. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from FCO to Reykjavik by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
As soon as your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 23 minutes.
After your flight from FCO to Reykjavik, rest your head at a hotel close to RKV. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik. July is the most popular month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from FCO to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Reykjavik, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are essential stops on your Reykjavik itinerary.
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