Travelling from Tokyo to Reykjavik: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Tokyo. Explore your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when planning your flight from Tokyo to Reykjavik.
Hop off the plane at Reykjavik's chief entry point, Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0, which is nine hours behind Tokyo.
Leave plenty of time to make your Tokyo to Reykjavik flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Reykjavik
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Tokyo to Reykjavik flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Tokyo to Reykjavik.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Tokyo to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Tokyo to Reykjavik flights.
Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Tokyo to Reykjavik flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Haneda Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Central Tokyo to HND is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Reykjavik or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.52% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Split up your Tokyo to Reykjavik flight with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Narita International Airport and Reykjavik are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from Tokyo's centre in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to Reykjavik:
70% of all departures from Narita International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tokyo to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Explore without limits with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and see more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Tokyo to Reykjavik has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Tokyo to Reykjavik ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Reykjavik right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Reykjavik:
Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and Perlan are a couple of major attractions to add to your Reykjavik must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
Reykjavik has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iceland waiting to be explored. Around 5 kilometres south of Reykjavik, a trip to Kópavogur will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.