Are direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on New Orleans to Reykjavik flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays, rather than weekends, often results in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking New Orleans 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. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-11-18 – 2026-11-25
MSY - Reykjavik
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New Orleans to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

For cheap flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $548. Other economical options include January, with a median fare of $575, and September, where prices average around $585. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Fares for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik typically range from $563–$1017, with a median price of $708. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level for this route. Given that deals are infrequent, setting up a price alert can be a helpful strategy to track price movements.

When flying from New Orleans to Reykjavik, most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, indicating that direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik are not commonly available.

A typical journey from New Orleans to Reykjavik takes approximately 30h 51m, including connections. This duration reflects the multiple stopovers usually involved in traveling this route, as direct flights are not a common option.

The distance between New Orleans and Reykjavik is approximately 5992 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, meaning you can expect a substantial travel time to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Regular price: $554 - $1,064

Prices for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $554 and $1064. The current lowest deal is $666 with JetBlue Airways for travel from Nov 18-Nov 25.

now $666

Low $554

High $1,064

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

The cheapest month to fly from MSY to REK is November, with a median price of $548. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1191. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $548

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,191

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Icelandair

JetBlue Airways

Frontier Airlines

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$603

$912

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$604

$980

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$574

$995

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$569

$995

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$559

$1,040

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$565

$1,144

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

5 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 19

$695 → $742

5 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 21

$695 → $756

4 nights

Jan 11 - Jan 15

$739 → $804

7 nights

Oct 26 - Nov 2

$676 → $756

12%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

New Orleans - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from New Orleans to Reykjavik are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November, January, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 30h 51m

Flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik typically involve connecting flights, averaging 30h 51m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers a recent deal

A recent deal with JetBlue Airways was found for $666 from November 18-November 25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik are historically rare.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Depart from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International for flights to Reykjavik.

📍 ~19 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$707

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is an option for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$707

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~240 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car, ~5-hour drive in good weather).

💸 Flights from ~$832

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

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Best Elite deals to Reykjavik

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From MSY

Elite

Oct 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

83% AI deal score

$3,856

$3,135

Save $721

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 25

Reykjavik, Iceland

83% AI deal score

$3,856

$3,135

Save $721

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

82% AI deal score

$3,781

$3,135

Save $646

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 25

Reykjavik, Iceland

82% AI deal score

$3,721

$3,135

Save $586

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 25

Reykjavik, Iceland

82% AI deal score

$3,781

$3,135

Save $646

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 13

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,610

$3,135

Save $475

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 11

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,597

$3,135

Save $462

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 11

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,608

$3,135

Save $473

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,612

$3,135

Save $477

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 28

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,618

$3,135

Save $483

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 28

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,621

$3,135

Save $486

Icelandair

Business Class

From MSY

Elite

Oct 04

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,620

$3,135

Save $485

Icelandair

Business Class

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. The ideal booking time can vary, so comparing prices over a period is often beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs when considering this option.

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New Orleans to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Regular price: $554 - $1,064

Prices for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $554 and $1064. The current lowest deal is $666 with JetBlue Airways for travel from Nov 18-Nov 25.

now $666

Low $554

High $1,064

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

November

Cheapest

Flights from $548

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,191

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Icelandair

JetBlue Airways

Frontier Airlines

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$603

$912

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$604

$980

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$574

$995

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$569

$995

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$559

$1,040

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Reykjavik

New Orleans (MSY) - Reykjavik (KEF)

$565

$1,144

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

5 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 19

$695 → $742

5 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 21

$695 → $756

4 nights

Jan 11 - Jan 15

$739 → $804

7 nights

Oct 26 - Nov 2

$676 → $756

12%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

New Orleans - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from New Orleans to Reykjavik are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November, January, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 30h 51m

Flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik typically involve connecting flights, averaging 30h 51m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is dominated by connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers a recent deal

A recent deal with JetBlue Airways was found for $666 from November 18-November 25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik are historically rare.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Depart from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International for flights to Reykjavik.

📍 ~19 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$707

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is an option for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$707

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Cheapest

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

Reykjavik, Iceland

81% AI deal score

$3,620

$3,135

Save $485

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Today’s best flight deals from New Orleans to Reykjavik

New Orleans to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

New Orleans - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights average 30h 51m

Connecting flights are dominant

JetBlue Airways offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik?

Are direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on New Orleans to Reykjavik flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking New Orleans to Reykjavik flights?

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More routes from New Orleans

Flights to Reykjavik from other cities

New Orleans to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Direct flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Reykjavik

New Orleans - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights average 30h 51m

Connecting flights are dominant

JetBlue Airways offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

New Orleans 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

Oct 20

Oct 25

Oct 20

Oct 25

Oct 25

Oct 13

Oct 11

Oct 11

Oct 10

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

How can I find cheap flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from New Orleans to Reykjavik?