Travelling from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is five hours ahead of Burlington, where Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport is located. Reykjavik observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BTV to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months such as October, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BTV to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
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BTV is around 5 kilometres from central Burlington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BTV? If you're boarding an early flight from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find BTV at 1200 Airport Drive, Number 1.
How to find the cheapest flights from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik flight is $596. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,275. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BTV to Reykjavik, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BTV to Reykjavik.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BTV to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BTV to Reykjavik flight:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
January is the quietest month for flights from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Reykjavik based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BTV to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are major attractions which should be on any good Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many places in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are key reasons to visit.
