Are direct flights from Reykjavik to San Jose always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more budget-friendly, especially for longer distances. Weigh the trade-off between cost savings and travel duration when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Reykjavik to San Jose flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can often unlock more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Tools that show a calendar view of prices can be very useful for this.

What extra costs should I check before booking Reykjavik to San Jose flights?

Always review 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 total cost of your trip.

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Reykjavik to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Most itineraries for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1. This means you should expect at least one stop on your journey from Reykjavik to San Jose.

When looking for cheap flights from Reykjavik to San Jose, fares typically range from $598–$727, with a median of $676. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, with 32% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price fluctuations can be beneficial.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose, the data indicates that July is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $620. Other relatively inexpensive months include October, with a median fare of $664, and May, where the median fare is $669. Planning your trip during these months could lead to better savings.

A typical journey from Reykjavik to San Jose takes about 13h 9m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 6753 km. Given the lack of direct flights, this total travel time accounts for the necessary layovers and transfers you will encounter on your way to San Jose.

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to San Jose

Regular price: $770 - $1,433

Prices for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose is between $770 and $1433. The current lowest deal is $863 with Icelandair for travel from Nov 13-Nov 27.

now $863

Low $770

High $1,433

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose, California, is July, with a median price of $620. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $714. Prices are generally lower from May to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $620

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $714

Jan

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

KLM

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to San Jose

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$1,022

$1,662

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$1,122

$1,439

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$967

$1,829

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$962

$925

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$962

$1,119

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$879

$915

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

14 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 25

$1,120 → $899

20%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$1,115 → $905

19%

4 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 14

$949 → $872

5 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 18

$962 → $930

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

Reykjavik - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Reykjavik to San Jose have been below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July, October, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 13h 9m flight duration

The median flight duration from Reykjavik to San Jose is 13 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Icelandair offers deals on this route

Icelandair has historically offered deals for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check frequently for new offers.

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

Reykjavík (RKV)

Cheapest

Reykjavík Airport offers flights to San Jose, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$937

Keflavík International (KEF)

Keflavík International Airport serves flights to San Jose, offering another option for your departure.

📍 ~41 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$937

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$868

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International offers the most extensive route network in Northern California, with more carrier options.

📍 ~55 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$593

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Oct 06

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,008

$2,907

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Oct 14

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,021

$2,971

Save $1,050

Icelandair

Business Class

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Oct 27

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,271

$3,151

Save $1,120

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From KEF

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Oct 19

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,262

$3,178

Save $1,084

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From KEF

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Oct 27

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,328

$3,233

Save $1,095

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Business Class

From KEF

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Oct 13

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,008

$3,107

Save $901

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From KEF

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Oct 26

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,204

$3,151

Save $1,053

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From KEF

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Oct 22

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,192

$3,204

Save $988

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From KEF

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Oct 22

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,258

$3,276

Save $982

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Sep 08

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$11,296

$8,215

Save $3,081

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From KEF

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Sep 08

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$11,448

$8,292

Save $3,156

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Sep 08

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$11,296

$8,292

Save $3,004

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

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 help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often secure better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Weekday bookings might sometimes offer different rates than weekend bookings.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of additional transportation.

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Reykjavik to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to San Jose

Regular price: $770 - $1,433

Prices for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose is between $770 and $1433. The current lowest deal is $863 with Icelandair for travel from Nov 13-Nov 27.

now $863

Low $770

High $1,433

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

July

Cheapest

Flights from $620

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $714

Jan

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

KLM

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to San Jose

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$1,022

$1,662

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$1,122

$1,439

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$967

$1,829

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$962

$925

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$962

$1,119

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - San Jose

Reykjavik (KEF) - San Jose (SJC)

Icelandair

$879

$915

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

14 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 25

$1,120 → $899

20%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$1,115 → $905

19%

4 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 14

$949 → $872

5 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 18

$962 → $930

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

Reykjavik - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Reykjavik to San Jose have been below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July, October, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 13h 9m flight duration

The median flight duration from Reykjavik to San Jose is 13 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Icelandair offers deals on this route

Icelandair has historically offered deals for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check frequently for new offers.

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

Reykjavík (RKV)

Cheapest

Reykjavík Airport offers flights to San Jose, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$937

Keflavík International (KEF)

Keflavík International Airport serves flights to San Jose, offering another option for your departure.

📍 ~41 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$937

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$868

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International offers the most extensive route network in Northern California, with more carrier options.

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$11,296

$8,292

Save $3,004

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Cheap Flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Today’s best flight deals from Reykjavik to San Jose

Reykjavik to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

Direct flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to San Jose

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

Reykjavik - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Expect a 13h 9m flight duration

Connecting flights are dominant

Icelandair offers deals on this route

Deals appear regularly

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

Best Elite deals to San Jose

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Oct 14

Oct 27

Oct 19

Oct 27

Oct 13

Oct 26

Oct 22

Oct 22

Sep 08

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Sep 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How can I find cheap flights from Reykjavik to San Jose?

When should I book flights from Reykjavik to San Jose?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose?

Are direct flights from Reykjavik to San Jose always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Reykjavik to San Jose flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Reykjavik to San Jose flights?

Related routes

More routes from Reykjavik

Flights to San Jose from other cities

Reykjavik to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

Direct flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to San Jose

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to San Jose

Reykjavik - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Expect a 13h 9m flight duration

Connecting flights are dominant

Icelandair offers deals on this route

Deals appear regularly

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

Best Elite deals to San Jose

Oct 06

Oct 14

Oct 27

Oct 19

Oct 27

Oct 13

Oct 26

Oct 22

Oct 22

Sep 08

Sep 08

Sep 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How can I find cheap flights from Reykjavik to San Jose?

When should I book flights from Reykjavik to San Jose?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Reykjavik to San Jose?