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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper, especially if you are willing to spend more time in transit. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Ottawa to Reykjavik flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or even the time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Ottawa 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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Ottawa to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Fares for cheap flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik typically range from $901–$1438, with a median of $1149. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Reykjavik takes about 14h 30m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

The route from Ottawa to Reykjavik covers a distance of 3868 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik, the most affordable months are September, with a median fare of $681, followed by August at $737, and December at $780. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Regular price: CA$569 - CA$1,578

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

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik is between 569 CAD and 1578 CAD. The current lowest deal is 1103 CAD with WestJet for travel from Jan 25-Jan 29.

now CA$1,103

Low CA$569

High CA$1,578

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik is September, with a median price of $681. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $1451. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from CA$681

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,451

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Icelandair

Porter Airlines

WestJet

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada

CA$766

CA$952

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada, Icelandair

CA$701

CA$1,262

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada, Icelandair

CA$678

CA$1,262

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Porter Airlines, Icelandair

CA$708

CA$1,125

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Porter Airlines, Icelandair

CA$679

CA$1,123

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Porter Airlines, Icelandair

CA$685

CA$1,125

One-way

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

6 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 14

CA$766 → CA$953

24%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

CA$797 → CA$1,066

34%

3 nights

Nov 27 - Nov 30

CA$756 → CA$1,103

46%

3 nights

Nov 20 - Nov 23

CA$760 → CA$1,170

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Ottawa - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to Reykjavik are near the typical level at $1103.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik, with a median price of $681.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 14h 30m

The typical connecting flight from Ottawa to Reykjavik takes 14h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers a recent deal

WestJet recently offered a flight for $1103 from Ottawa to Reykjavik via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals from Ottawa to Reykjavik are historically rare, appearing less than once a month.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Reykjavik.

📍 Located ~13 km from Ottawa city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,068

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,063

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~385 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car, approx. 5-hour drive in good weather)

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,292

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reykjavik

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From YOW

Elite

Jan 23

Reykjavik, Iceland

87% AI deal score

$4,051

$2,920

Save $1,131

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Jan 24

Reykjavik, Iceland

87% AI deal score

$4,028

$2,945

Save $1,083

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Jan 24

Reykjavik, Iceland

87% AI deal score

$4,057

$2,945

Save $1,112

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Jan 24

Reykjavik, Iceland

87% AI deal score

$4,046

$2,945

Save $1,101

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Jan 24

Reykjavik, Iceland

87% AI deal score

$4,057

$2,949

Save $1,108

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Apr 03

Reykjavik, Iceland

78% AI deal score

$3,875

$3,344

Save $531

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Apr 03

Reykjavik, Iceland

78% AI deal score

$3,851

$3,344

Save $507

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Apr 03

Reykjavik, Iceland

77% AI deal score

$3,846

$3,344

Save $502

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Apr 03

Reykjavik, Iceland

77% AI deal score

$3,850

$3,344

Save $506

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 22

Reykjavik, Iceland

75% AI deal score

$3,217

$2,989

Save $228

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Feb 20

Reykjavik, Iceland

74% AI deal score

$2,918

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 12

Reykjavik, Iceland

74% AI deal score

$2,948

Air Canada, +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 compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Look out for deals and promotions that airlines may offer periodically.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can also appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering alternative airports.

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Ottawa to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Fares for cheap flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik typically range from $901–$1438, with a median of $1149. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Reykjavik takes about 14h 30m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

The route from Ottawa to Reykjavik covers a distance of 3868 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Regular price: CA$569 - CA$1,578

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

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik is between 569 CAD and 1578 CAD. The current lowest deal is 1103 CAD with WestJet for travel from Jan 25-Jan 29.

now CA$1,103

Low CA$569

High CA$1,578

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

September

Cheapest

Flights from CA$681

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,451

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Icelandair

Porter Airlines

WestJet

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada

CA$766

CA$952

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada, Icelandair

CA$701

CA$1,262

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Air Canada, Icelandair

CA$678

CA$1,262

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Porter Airlines, Icelandair

CA$708

CA$1,125

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Porter Airlines, Icelandair

CA$679

CA$1,123

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Reykjavik

Ottawa (YOW) - Reykjavik (KEF)

Porter Airlines, Icelandair

CA$685

CA$1,125

One-way

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

6 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 14

CA$766 → CA$953

24%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

CA$797 → CA$1,066

34%

3 nights

Nov 27 - Nov 30

CA$756 → CA$1,103

46%

3 nights

Nov 20 - Nov 23

CA$760 → CA$1,170

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Ottawa - Reykjavik route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to Reykjavik are near the typical level at $1103.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik, with a median price of $681.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 14h 30m

The typical connecting flight from Ottawa to Reykjavik takes 14h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers a recent deal

WestJet recently offered a flight for $1103 from Ottawa to Reykjavik via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals from Ottawa to Reykjavik are historically rare, appearing less than once a month.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Reykjavik.

📍 Located ~13 km from Ottawa city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,068

Reykjavik main airports to arrive at

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,063

Airports nearby Reykjavik used as alternative

Akureyri (AEY)

Cheapest

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

Reykjavik, Iceland

74% AI deal score

$2,918

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 12

Reykjavik, Iceland

74% AI deal score

$2,948

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Today’s best flight deals from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Ottawa to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Direct flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Reykjavik

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Ottawa - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Connecting flights take 14h 30m

Connecting flights only

WestJet offers a recent deal

Deals are rare

Ottawa 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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Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 24

Apr 03

Apr 03

Apr 03

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Dec 22

Feb 20

Dec 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

How can I find cheap flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Ottawa to Reykjavik flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Ottawa

Flights to Reykjavik from other cities

Ottawa to Reykjavik: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Reykjavik

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Direct flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Reykjavik

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Reykjavik

Ottawa - Reykjavik route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Connecting flights take 14h 30m

Connecting flights only

WestJet offers a recent deal

Deals are rare

Ottawa 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 23

Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 24

Apr 03

Apr 03

Apr 03

Apr 03

Dec 22

Feb 20

Dec 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reykjavik

How can I find cheap flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik?

When should I book flights from Ottawa to Reykjavik?

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