Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Reykjavik flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or season. Shifting your departure or return by a few days may result in noticeable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Los Angeles to Reykjavik flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional expenses helps you calculate the true total cost.

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Los Angeles to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Right now, 17% of recent fares for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $928–$1360, with a median of $1134. Current prices are below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik? The data indicates that September is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $428. This is followed by December, where the median fare is $439, and November, with a median of $445. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the typical range, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Reykjavik takes about 31h 55m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. There are no direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik, so travelers should anticipate a journey that includes multiple stops.

The route from Los Angeles to Reykjavik covers a distance of 6951 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight. This considerable distance contributes to the extended journey times and the necessity for connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Regular price: $574 - $888

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik is between $574 and $888. The current lowest deal is $584 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 5-Nov 18.

now $584

Low $574

High $888

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

The cheapest month to fly from LAX to REK is September, with a median price of $428. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1483. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $428

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,483

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Scandinavian Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Frontier Airlines

$732

$696

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Frontier Airlines

$776

$621

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Frontier Airlines

$798

$654

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$773

$638

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$747

$733

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$773

$616

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

$909 → $629

31%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$877 → $606

31%

6 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 13

$888 → $629

29%

6 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 14

$888 → $629

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Los Angeles - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are below the typical level at $584.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the lowest prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $428.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 55m

Flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 31h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are frequent, appearing multiple times a month.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal for $584 was found on Frontier Airlines via Skyscanner for November 5-November 18.

🎯 Booking tip

17% of recent fares are good deals

Historically, 17% of recent fares for this route were considered good deals.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, offering flights to Reykjavik.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$697

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is a good arrival option for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$602

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Akureyri Airport is a useful alternative, serving as the primary international gateway for Northern Iceland.

📍 ~240 km from Reykjavik (approximately a 5-hour drive in good weather)

💸 Flights from ~$937

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$4,253

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$4,317

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94% AI deal score

$4,212

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices can fluctuate based on demand and other factors. Monitoring price trends can be beneficial.

Comparing flights from nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can occasionally be significant. It's worth checking if alternative departure or arrival points are viable for your trip.

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Los Angeles to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Regular price: $574 - $888

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik is between $574 and $888. The current lowest deal is $584 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 5-Nov 18.

now $584

Low $574

High $888

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

September

Cheapest

Flights from $428

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,483

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Scandinavian Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Frontier Airlines

$732

$696

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Frontier Airlines

$776

$621

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Frontier Airlines

$798

$654

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$773

$638

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$747

$733

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Reykjavik

Los Angeles (LAX) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$773

$616

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

$909 → $629

31%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$877 → $606

31%

6 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 13

$888 → $629

29%

6 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 14

$888 → $629

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Los Angeles - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are below the typical level at $584.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the lowest prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $428.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 55m

Flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 31h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik are frequent, appearing multiple times a month.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal for $584 was found on Frontier Airlines via Skyscanner for November 5-November 18.

🎯 Booking tip

17% of recent fares are good deals

Historically, 17% of recent fares for this route were considered good deals.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, offering flights to Reykjavik.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$697

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is a good arrival option for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$602

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Akureyri Airport is a useful alternative, serving as the primary international gateway for Northern Iceland.

Reykjavik, Iceland

95% AI deal score

$11,697

$3,206

Save $8,491

From LAX

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$4,097

$2,239

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From LAX

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$4,090

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From LAX

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Reykjavik, Iceland

94% AI deal score

$4,212

$2,299

Save $1,913

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From LAX

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Reykjavik, Iceland

94% AI deal score

$4,083

$2,299

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From LAX

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Reykjavik, Iceland

94% AI deal score

$4,096

$2,299

Save $1,797

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 05

Reykjavik, Iceland

94% AI deal score

$4,212

$2,299

Save $1,913

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Los Angeles to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Los Angeles - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in September for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 31h 55m

Deals are frequent on this route

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

17% of recent fares are good deals

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

Best Elite deals to Reykjavik

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

How can I find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik?

Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Reykjavik flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Los Angeles to Reykjavik flights?

Related routes

More routes from Los Angeles

Flights to Reykjavik from other cities

Los Angeles to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Reykjavik

Los Angeles - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in September for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 31h 55m

Deals are frequent on this route

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

17% of recent fares are good deals

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

Best Elite deals to Reykjavik

Nov 05

Nov 03

Nov 10

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Nov 12

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

How can I find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Los Angeles to Reykjavik?