Keflavík International — Flybus + Airport Direct
Keflavík International (KEF) to Reykjavik — Updated 2026
Keflavík International (KEF) is 50 km southwest of Reykjavik — Iceland's only major international airport. Two competing bus operators dominate: Flybus (by Reykjavik Excursions) at ISK 3,999 (~€27), and Airport Direct at ISK 3,890 (~€26). Both take 45-50 minutes to Reykjavik BSÍ Bus Terminal, with hotel connections available for extra ISK 1,000-1,500. Taxis are ISK 15,000-22,000 (~€100-150) — Iceland is expensive. Many travellers stop at the Blue Lagoon en route: Flybus + Airport Direct both offer this as a bundled tour. No public bus from KEF; car rental at the airport is the popular DIY option.
Flybus + Airport Direct stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| KEF Airport | 0 min | Flybus + Airport Direct pickup outside arrivals |
| Blue Lagoon (optional stop) | ~20 min | Bundle-tour stop, luggage stored on bus |
| Hafnarfjörður | ~30 min | Southern suburb |
| BSÍ Bus Terminal (Reykjavik) | 45-50 min | Central Reykjavik terminal, hotel shuttles here |
| Downtown Reykjavik hotels | ~55-70 min | Via free hotel shuttle from BSÍ |
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Flybus + Airport Direct vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flybus (Reykjavik Excursions) | ISK 3,999 (~€27) | 45-50 min | Most popular. Runs every 30-40 min. Hotel drop-off +ISK 1,000. |
| Airport Direct | ISK 3,890 (~€26) | 45-50 min | Alternative operator. Slightly cheaper. Runs every 30-40 min. |
| Flybus + Blue Lagoon | ISK 5,500-8,500 (~€37-58) | 4-6h combined | Popular en route — 4-hour Blue Lagoon stop included. |
| Taxi | ISK 15-22k (~€100-150) | 35-45 min | Bright yellow BSR or Hreyfill. Expensive. |
| Rental car | ~ISK 8-15k/day (~€55-100) | 40 min | Best for DIY Ring Road trips. Pick up at KEF. |
FAQ
How much is the Flybus from Reykjavik airport?+
ISK 3,999 (~€27) one-way to BSÍ Bus Terminal. Add ISK 1,000-1,500 for hotel drop-off within Reykjavik city. Book online for slight discount + guaranteed seat. Payment: ISK, EUR, USD, card all accepted. Buses run every 30-40 minutes 05:00-01:00, matching all flight arrivals.
Blue Lagoon en route from KEF?+
Yes — both Flybus + Airport Direct offer Blue Lagoon stops as bundled tours. Standard flow: arrive KEF morning, bus to Blue Lagoon (20 min), 3-4 hour spa visit + lunch, continue to Reykjavik. Total: 5-7 hours. Book Blue Lagoon ADMISSION separately in advance (sells out) — the bus stop is included in the tour ticket only.
Late-night KEF arrivals?+
Flybus + Airport Direct operate around the clock, timed to flight arrivals. Even 03:00-05:00 arrivals have transport. Buses wait for delayed flights up to 30 min. For extreme late arrivals or heavy luggage: pre-book taxi via BSR or Hreyfill before landing.
Do I need to rent a car in Iceland?+
For Reykjavik-only trips: no — Flybus + city walking is fine. For Ring Road + South Coast + Golden Circle self-drive: yes, rent at KEF. Booking direct with Blue Car Rental, Lotus, or Northern Lights Car Rental beats airport counters on price. Winter (Oct-Apr) — book 4x4.
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