Frankfurt to Reykjavik is a short, comfortable long-weekend hop rather than a long-haul slog — you can fly non-stop in under four hours. Checking every return fare on sale, the cheapest tickets are not the direct ones: connections run from €201 against €331 for Icelandair’s non-stop, and most of them leave from Frankfurt-Hahn, about 120 km away. This guide covers who really flies the route, what a return actually costs in euros, and when to book.
Route: Frankfurt (FRA) → Reykjavik–Keflavík (KEF)
Distance: approximately 2,400 km (1,490 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 3h 45m
Direct flights: Yes — Icelandair flies non-stop year-round from Frankfurt, at €331–€659 in our fare data, and Lufthansa adds non-stop service too. One-stop routings are not occasionally cheaper but consistently so, from €201 — though the cheapest of them depart Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN), roughly a 1h45m coach ride from the city, so factor that in.
Fares from Frankfurt to Reykjavik (EUR)
Iceland’s high season is the summer (June–August), when long daylight hours and hiking weather push fares and crowds to their peak; the shoulder months and the dark winter (with the northern lights) are quieter and cheaper. The figures below are typical economy return fares in euros — the lowest usually come on Icelandair’s lighter fares or an off-season sale.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low-medium (aurora) |
| February | — | low-medium |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium |
| May | — | medium-high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | very high |
| August | — | high |
| September | — | medium |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | low |
| December | — | high (holidays) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, the floor is €201 — a Ryanair connection out of Frankfurt-Hahn — and the overall median is €352. So a return under about €250 is a genuinely good one, and there is nothing below €200 to hold out for. Icelandair’s non-stop from Frankfurt runs €331–€659, median €372, which is the price of flying direct from the main airport with a bag. The middle ground is the low-cost connections at €276–€325 on Wizz Air Malta, easyJet and LOT.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 3¾ hours):
- Icelandair — the main operator, non-stop Frankfurt → Keflavík year-round, with the widest choice of dates and useful onward connections to North America.
- Lufthansa — also flies the route non-stop, handy if you’re collecting Star Alliance miles or connecting from elsewhere in Germany.
One-stop (occasionally cheaper off-peak):
- SAS via Copenhagen or Oslo — a reasonable one-stop when the non-stops are pricey.
- KLM via Amsterdam and other European carriers — usually only worth it if a sale undercuts the direct fare.
Because the route is short and Icelandair competes with Lufthansa head-to-head, the non-stops are usually both the fastest and the best value — a one-stop rarely saves enough to justify the extra hours. Note that PLAY, the former Icelandic low-cost airline, ceased all operations in 2025 and no longer flies this or any route.
When to book & how to save
- Book 6–10 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice; Iceland fares firm up quickly once summer dates open.
- Travel in the shoulder or winter (October–April, outside the holidays) for the lowest fares — and the northern-lights season is a bonus.
- Avoid July, the busiest and most expensive month, if your dates are flexible; May and September offer similar daylight for far less.
- Check the fare type: Icelandair’s lightest fares may not include a checked bag, so compare the all-in price if you’re packing for cold weather.
- Bundle a stopover: if you’re heading onward to North America, Icelandair lets you break the journey in Iceland at no extra airfare.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Flights land at Keflavík International (KEF), about 50 km southwest of central Reykjavik — there is no city-centre airport for international arrivals. The simplest way in is the Flybus or a scheduled airport coach (around 45–50 minutes to the BSÍ terminal, roughly €25–€35), or a taxi, which is considerably dearer at around €120–€150. Many visitors pick up a hire car at the airport, since Iceland’s sights are spread out and public transport beyond the capital is limited.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Reykjavik?
Non-stop flights take about 3 hours 45 minutes from Frankfurt to Keflavík. The return leg is a similar length. It’s a short-haul-style journey despite Iceland feeling remote, so no overnight flying is involved.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Reykjavik?
Yes. Icelandair flies non-stop year-round, and Lufthansa also operates the route non-stop. Together they offer around 20 flights a week in the busier months, so you’ll usually find a convenient same-day departure without connecting.
How much does it cost to fly from Frankfurt to Reykjavik?
A typical economy return runs about €280–€400, with the whole sample spanning €201–€659. The cheapest fares are connections from Frankfurt-Hahn at €201–€248; Icelandair’s non-stop from Frankfurt runs €331–€659. Peak summer sits at the top of that range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Reykjavik?
The winter shoulder months — November, January and February — are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, connecting returns started at €201 and Icelandair’s non-stop at €331. Avoid July, the peak summer month, which is the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Frankfurt to Reykjavik?
Non-stop: Icelandair (the main carrier) at €331–€659 from Frankfurt; Lufthansa also flies it non-stop but did not appear among the cheapest fares when we checked. One-stop routings do beat the direct fare here: Ryanair (€201–€246) and Jet2 (€212–€248) from Frankfurt-Hahn, then Wizz Air Malta (€276–€290), easyJet (€283–€290) and LOT (€324–€325). SAS via Copenhagen or Oslo and KLM via Amsterdam are further options. PLAY no longer operates.
Which airport do I fly into in Reykjavik?
All international flights use Keflavík International (KEF), about 50 km from the city. (The small in-town Reykjavík Airport, RKV, handles domestic and Greenland/Faroe flights only, not arrivals from Frankfurt.)
How far in advance should I book?
Aim for 6 to 10 weeks ahead, and earlier for summer travel. Iceland is a popular, capacity-limited market, so fares tend to rise rather than fall as departure approaches, especially for June to August.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) usually price a little lower than Friday-to-Sunday weekend breaks, which are popular for short Reykjavik trips. Shifting your dates by a day or two can shave €20–€60 off a return.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
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