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

Direct flights are often more convenient as they reduce travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable. The 'best' option usually depends on your priorities regarding cost versus convenience and travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on San Jose 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. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in noticeable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking San Jose 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. These additional fees can impact the total price of your trip.

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2026-10-18 – 2026-10-23
SJC - Reykjavik
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$799
$632
Round trip
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SJC - Reykjavik
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$777
$658
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$775
$679
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SJC - Reykjavik
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$813
$684
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SJC - Reykjavik
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$775
$693
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San Jose to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

Most itineraries for cheap flights from San Jose to Reykjavik connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on your journey.

Right now, fares from San Jose to Reykjavik typically range from $667–$1290, with a median of $951. Current fares are above the typical level, but 22% of recent fares were still classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you find a suitable fare.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik? The most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $574. July is also a strong option, with a median fare of $575, followed by January at $601. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from San Jose to Reykjavik takes about 25h 36m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6775 km. Given the lack of direct flights, this journey time reflects the multiple connections required to reach Reykjavik from San Jose.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reykjavik

Regular price: $665 - $1,521

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik is $665 to $1521. The current lowest deal is $632 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 18-Oct 23.

now $632

Low $665

High $1,521

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik is August, with a median price of $574. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1081. Generally, prices are lower from January to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $574

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,081

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

Scandinavian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Reykjavik

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

United Airlines

$858

$964

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

United Airlines

$1,050

$1,093

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Scandinavian Airlines

$782

$880

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Scandinavian Airlines

$781

$887

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Scandinavian Airlines

$833

$789

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Icelandair

$732

$834

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 23

$799 → $635

21%

4 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 28

$813 → $688

15%

7 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 27

$778 → $661

15%

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

$776 → $701

10%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

San Jose - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Reykjavik are below the typical level, with deals around $632.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik, with a median price of $574.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 36m

Flights from San Jose to Reykjavik typically involve connecting routes, with an average duration of 25h 36m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on recent flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers a recent deal

Alaska Airlines, Inc. recently offered a deal for $632 from San Jose to Reykjavik.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik appear frequently, offering good opportunities to book.

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$732

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International Airport is a good option for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik.

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

💸 Flights from ~$732

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Akureyri Airport is a useful alternative for northern Iceland, offering robust infrastructure and reliable road access.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,068

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

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From SJC

Elite

Oct 08

Reykjavik, Iceland

95% AI deal score

$4,352

$2,164

Save $2,188

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

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Oct 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

94% AI deal score

$4,688

$2,563

Save $2,125

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 17

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,433

$2,607

Save $1,826

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 21

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,438

$2,607

Save $1,831

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 17

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,626

$2,607

Save $2,019

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 24

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,626

$2,607

Save $2,019

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Jan 26

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,552

$2,607

Save $1,945

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Feb 02

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,293

$2,607

Save $1,686

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Jan 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,500

$2,617

Save $1,883

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 14

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,395

$2,618

Save $1,777

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 21

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,442

$2,618

Save $1,824

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SJC

Elite

Oct 24

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,476

$2,618

Save $1,858

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

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

Booking in advance can sometimes lead to better prices, though last-minute deals can occasionally appear. Prices often fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. There isn't a single best time that guarantees the lowest fare.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings could be significant enough to make it worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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San Jose to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reykjavik

Regular price: $665 - $1,521

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik is $665 to $1521. The current lowest deal is $632 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 18-Oct 23.

now $632

Low $665

High $1,521

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

August

Cheapest

Flights from $574

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,081

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

Icelandair

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

Scandinavian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Reykjavik

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

United Airlines

$858

$964

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

United Airlines

$1,050

$1,093

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Scandinavian Airlines

$782

$880

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Scandinavian Airlines

$781

$887

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Scandinavian Airlines

$833

$789

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reykjavik

San Jose (SJC) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Icelandair

$732

$834

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 23

$799 → $635

21%

4 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 28

$813 → $688

15%

7 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 27

$778 → $661

15%

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

$776 → $701

10%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

San Jose - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Reykjavik are below the typical level, with deals around $632.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik, with a median price of $574.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 25h 36m

Flights from San Jose to Reykjavik typically involve connecting routes, with an average duration of 25h 36m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on recent flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers a recent deal

Alaska Airlines, Inc. recently offered a deal for $632 from San Jose to Reykjavik.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik appear frequently, offering good opportunities to book.

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$732

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International Airport is a good option for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik.

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

💸 Flights from ~$732

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Akureyri Airport is a useful alternative for northern Iceland, offering robust infrastructure and reliable road access.

Reykjavik, Iceland

93% AI deal score

$4,476

$2,618

Save $1,858

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

Cheap Flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

Today’s best flight deals from San Jose to Reykjavik

San Jose to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

Direct flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Reykjavik

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

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

San Jose - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights average 25h 36m

Connecting flights are dominant

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers a recent deal

Deals appear frequently

San Jose 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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Oct 17

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Jan 26

Feb 02

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

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

When should I book flights from San Jose to Reykjavik?

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from San Jose

Flights to Reykjavik from other cities

San Jose to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

Direct flights from San Jose to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Reykjavik

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

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Reykjavik

San Jose - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights average 25h 36m

Connecting flights are dominant

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers a recent deal

Deals appear frequently

San Jose 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 08

Oct 20

Oct 17

Oct 21

Oct 17

Oct 24

Jan 26

Feb 02

Jan 10

Oct 14

Oct 21

Oct 24

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

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

When should I book flights from San Jose to Reykjavik?

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