Are direct flights from Sydney to Reykjavik always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Sydney to Reykjavik flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in savings.

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

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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Sydney to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

For cheap flights from Sydney to Reykjavik, fares typically range from $1591–$2037, with a median of $1747. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to consider booking. However, recent fares classified as a good price are 0%, suggesting that while current prices are lower, they may not yet represent exceptional value.

A typical journey from Sydney to Reykjavik takes approximately 36h 35m, including connections. This reflects the long-haul nature of the route, where most itineraries involve multiple stops. Travelers should account for this extended travel time when planning their trip.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik? The data indicates that June is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1372. Following June, March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1628, and November presents another option at a median of $1684.

Most itineraries for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik are connecting, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. Travelers should expect to make at least 2 stopovers on a typical journey. This route is classified as long-haul, covering a substantial distance of 16626 kilometers between the two cities.

Given that deals are infrequent for this route, setting up a price alert can be a helpful strategy to get notifications when fares drop. This can be particularly useful for securing a better price on this long-haul journey with multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Reykjavik

Regular price: A$1,600 - A$2,769

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

Regular prices for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik typically range from AUD 1600 to AUD 2769. The current lowest deal is AUD 1650 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 2-Nov 17.

now A$1,650

Low A$1,600

High A$2,769

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik is June, with a median price of $1372. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $2162. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,372

September

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,162

Feb

Jun

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

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Air India Limited

Etihad Airways

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Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Reykjavik

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,009

A$2,218

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,041

A$2,250

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,009

A$2,293

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,006

A$2,402

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Turkish Airlines, Iberia Airlines

A$2,066

A$3,043

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Turkish Airlines, Iberia Airlines

A$2,002

A$3,088

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

6 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 3

A$1,875 → A$1,736

9 nights

Oct 25 - Nov 3

A$1,822 → A$1,740

16 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 17

A$1,728 → A$1,667

7 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 4

A$1,876 → A$1,823

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

Sydney - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Reykjavik are below the typical level, with a median of $1747.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the lowest prices.

Historically, June offers the lowest median price at $1372 for Sydney to Reykjavik flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 36h 35m.

Flights from Sydney to Reykjavik typically involve connections, averaging 36h 35m in duration.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Direct flights are not available; all routes from Sydney to Reykjavik require at least two stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal.

A recent deal from China Eastern Airlines was found for $1650, departing November 2.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Price deals for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik are historically rare, so book when you see a good fare.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient choice for flights to Reykjavik, offering a good balance of price and location.

📍 ~9 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,727

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,670

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Cheapest

Akureyri is the largest regional airport in Iceland, serving as a primary gateway for Northern Iceland.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,719

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

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Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,290

$5,174

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Mar 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,514

$5,175

Save $3,339

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Business Class

From SYD

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Nov 17

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$7,435

$5,176

Save $2,259

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,290

$5,224

Save $3,066

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,543

$5,253

Save $3,290

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Mar 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,528

$5,283

Save $3,245

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,713

$5,284

Save $3,429

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,424

$5,295

Save $3,129

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Mar 10

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,491

$5,307

Save $3,184

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$8,607

$5,328

Save $3,279

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Nov 11

Reykjavik, Iceland

92% AI deal score

$7,586

$5,456

Save $2,130

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Jan 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

91% AI deal score

$8,290

$5,253

Save $3,037

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you see various options across different airlines. Sometimes, booking connecting flights instead of direct ones may also result in lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for longer international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. There isn't a single best time, but planning ahead usually helps secure better rates.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options or different schedules. While not always applicable, checking alternative departure or arrival points may offer greater flexibility. It's a useful strategy to consider when searching for flights.

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Sydney to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Reykjavik

Regular price: A$1,600 - A$2,769

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

Regular prices for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik typically range from AUD 1600 to AUD 2769. The current lowest deal is AUD 1650 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 2-Nov 17.

now A$1,650

Low A$1,600

High A$2,769

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

June

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,372

September

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,162

Feb

Jun

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

Aero Services Executive

Air India Limited

Etihad Airways

Jet2.com

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Reykjavik

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,009

A$2,218

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,041

A$2,250

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,009

A$2,293

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Etihad Airways, Iberia Express

A$2,006

A$2,402

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Turkish Airlines, Iberia Airlines

A$2,066

A$3,043

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Reykjavik

Sydney (SYD) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Turkish Airlines, Iberia Airlines

A$2,002

A$3,088

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

6 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 3

A$1,875 → A$1,736

9 nights

Oct 25 - Nov 3

A$1,822 → A$1,740

16 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 17

A$1,728 → A$1,667

7 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 4

A$1,876 → A$1,823

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

Sydney - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Reykjavik are below the typical level, with a median of $1747.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the lowest prices.

Historically, June offers the lowest median price at $1372 for Sydney to Reykjavik flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 36h 35m.

Flights from Sydney to Reykjavik typically involve connections, averaging 36h 35m in duration.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Direct flights are not available; all routes from Sydney to Reykjavik require at least two stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal.

A recent deal from China Eastern Airlines was found for $1650, departing November 2.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Price deals for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik are historically rare, so book when you see a good fare.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient choice for flights to Reykjavik, offering a good balance of price and location.

📍 ~9 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,727

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,670

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Cheapest

Akureyri is the largest regional airport in Iceland, serving as a primary gateway for Northern Iceland.

Reykjavik, Iceland

91% AI deal score

$8,290

$5,253

Save $3,037

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Reykjavik

Sydney to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

Direct flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Reykjavik

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

Sydney - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in June for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 36h 35m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal.

Deals are rare for this route.

Sydney 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 Sydney to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from Sydney to Reykjavik?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik?

Are direct flights from Sydney to Reykjavik always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Sydney to Reykjavik flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Sydney

Flights to Reykjavik from other cities

Sydney to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

Direct flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Reykjavik

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Reykjavik

Sydney - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Fly in June for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 36h 35m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal.

Deals are rare for this route.

Sydney 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

Jan 20

Mar 10

Nov 17

Jan 20

Jan 20

Mar 10

Jan 20

Jan 20

Mar 10

Jan 20

Nov 11

Jan 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

How can I find cheap flights from Sydney to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from Sydney to Reykjavik?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Sydney to Reykjavik?