Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport is 3 hours 21 minutes. Reykjavik's timezone is UTC+0, making Reykjavik 1 hour behind Hamburg.
For the first departure, take the 00:50 flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. If you prefer to leave later, the latest flight departs at 22:30. With 2 flights every week from HAM to KEF, you can select the timing that best suits you.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Icelandair runs direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Reykjavik — and maybe even more of Iceland if you have time.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the HAM - KEF route are:
Goteborg Landvetter Airport
Manchester Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from HAM to KEF, check if you need a visa to enter Iceland. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
R 1,262 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. A return flight starts from R 3,121. These fares can change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from HAM to KEF, book your trip 1 month before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding a cheap ticket from HAM to KEF is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near HAM? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Reykjavik in February.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Hamburg Airport to Keflavik International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HAM to KEF sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
As soon as you've booked your flights from HAM to KEF, you'll need to find a hotel in Reykjavik. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reykjavik itinerary.
Complete your Reykjavik trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Keflavik International Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Reykjavik stay.