Flying from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
London and Akureyri (where Akureyri Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
With 2 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Akureyri Airport (AEY) is the busiest route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 07:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from LHR to AEY is with easyJet at 09:00.
Your flight from London to AEY won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Akureyri Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY)? Browse the fares flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can board a direct flight from London to AEY with easyJet. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of LGW.
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to AEY:
About Akureyri Airport (AEY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AEY if you're taking a late flight from London to Akureyri Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to central Akureyri
Akureyri Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Akureyri. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 6 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
For a one-way ticket from London to Akureyri Airport, R 976 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from R 1,440. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from London to AEY if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from London to Akureyri Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from London to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from London to Akureyri Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Akureyri, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Akureyri. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from London to AEY sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 3ºC and 16ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Akureyri Airport in December when temperatures average between -14ºC and 1ºC.
More about Akureyri
After booking your flight from London to Akureyri Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Akureyri:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Akureyri Botanical Garden, Akureyri Art Museum and Hof Cultural and Conference Centre are top sights which should feature on every Akureyri itinerary.
Complete your Akureyri trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from London to Akureyri Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Akureyri. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.