Paris to Reykjavik is a short, well-served hop — you can fly non-stop in under four hours and, outside the summer peak, often for less than you’d expect. Checking every return fare on sale, the choice of airline matters more than the date: the low-cost non-stops run €92–€121 while Icelandair’s run €215–€554 for the same flight time. This guide covers who actually flies the route in 2026, what a return really costs in euros, and when to book to catch Iceland at its cheapest.
Route: Paris (CDG / ORY) → Reykjavik, Keflavík (KEF)
Distance: approximately 2,260 km (1,400 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 3h 45m – 3h 50m northbound
Direct flights: Yes — Icelandair flies non-stop from Charles de Gaulle year-round, easyJet flies non-stop from both CDG and Orly, and Transavia France runs a seasonal non-stop from Orly. The price gap between them is large: in our fare data Transavia (€92–€121, mostly from Orly) and easyJet (€107–€121, mostly from CDG) against Icelandair at €215–€554.
Fares from Paris to Reykjavik (EUR)
Iceland is sharply seasonal. The summer high season (June–August) and the Christmas–New Year window are the priciest; the quiet shoulder months of May, September and January are the cheapest, even though September and the late-winter weeks still catch the Northern Lights. The figures below are typical economy return fares in euros — the low end is usually easyJet or Transavia, with Icelandair sitting a little higher for the added frequency and a checked bag.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low |
| February | — | medium (aurora) |
| March | — | medium (aurora) |
| April | — | medium |
| May | — | low-medium |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | very high |
| August | — | high |
| September | — | low |
| October | — | low-medium |
| November | — | medium |
| December | — | high (holidays) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, a genuinely good return lands around €75–€105 — the floor is €92, so the upper half of that band is achievable and the lower half is not. The median is €116, so a fare around €110–€120 is the ordinary low-cost price rather than a find, and under about €100 is genuinely good. The number that matters most is the carrier: Transavia and easyJet run €92–€121; Icelandair runs €215–€554 with a bag included. Summer and the Christmas peak push everything toward the top.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 3h 45m):
- Icelandair — non-stop from Charles de Gaulle, year-round and the most frequent operator; a checked bag and a free stopover option make it the full-service choice.
- easyJet — non-stop from both CDG and Orly; usually the cheapest headline fare, but bags and seats cost extra.
- Transavia France — a seasonal non-stop from Orly, running mainly in the busier spring-to-autumn months; low base fares with paid extras.
One-stop (occasionally cheaper in deep winter):
- SAS via Copenhagen or Oslo, and other European carriers via their hubs — rarely worth the extra time on such a short route, but can undercut the non-stops when a sale lands out of season.
Because this is a short hop with three non-stop operators, connecting itineraries seldom save enough to justify the longer day. In practice, the choice is between a low-cost non-stop (easyJet or Transavia) and Icelandair’s fuller service — compare the all-in price once you’ve added a bag.
When to book & how to save
- Book 1–3 months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; summer and Christmas dates should be locked in earlier, as they sell out and climb fast.
- Travel in May, September or January for the lowest fares — September and the late-winter weeks still deliver aurora and cost a fraction of the July peak.
- Compare all-in prices including bags: Icelandair includes a checked bag on most fares, while easyJet and Transavia charge for hold luggage — the low headline fare can even out once you add it.
- Be flexible on Paris airport: CDG has Icelandair and easyJet, while Orly adds easyJet and seasonal Transavia — checking both often turns up a cheaper day.
- Pack for the weather, not the price: Iceland is expensive on the ground, so a cheap flight in low season is the smart way to keep the whole trip affordable.
Arriving in Reykjavik
All international flights land at Keflavík International (KEF), about 50 km southwest of the capital — not the small city airport (RKV), which handles domestic and Greenland flights only. There’s no train, so the standard way in is the airport coach (Flybus or Airport Direct) to the BSÍ bus terminal, which takes about 45 minutes and costs roughly €25–€35 each way; many services continue to your hotel for a little more. A taxi is far dearer (well over €130), and rental-car desks sit right at the terminal if you’re touring the Ring Road or the Blue Lagoon, which is conveniently on the way between the airport and the city.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Paris to Reykjavik?
The non-stop flight takes about 3 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 50 minutes northbound from Paris to Keflavík, and a touch less on the way back. It’s a short-haul hop rather than a long-haul journey, and all three operators fly it in roughly the same time.
Are there direct flights from Paris to Reykjavik?
Yes. Icelandair flies non-stop from Charles de Gaulle year-round, easyJet flies non-stop from both CDG and Orly, and Transavia France runs a seasonal non-stop from Orly. With three carriers on the route, non-stop is almost always the sensible choice over a connection.
How much does it cost to fly from Paris to Reykjavik?
There are two clear tiers. Low-cost non-stop returns ran €92–€121 across the dates we could price, median €116, on Transavia and easyJet. Icelandair’s non-stops ran €215–€554, and one-stop routings on LOT and Austrian €309–€340. The July summer peak and the Christmas holidays push everything higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Reykjavik?
May, September and January are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, low-cost returns started at €92. Avoid June to August and the Christmas–New Year window, which are the busiest and most expensive weeks on the route.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Reykjavik?
Non-stop: Transavia France from Orly (seasonal) carried the cheapest fares at €92–€121, with easyJet from CDG and Orly close behind at €107–€121. Icelandair from CDG (year-round) is the full-service option with a checked bag included, but at €215–€554 it is two to four times the low-cost fare — price a budget ticket plus a bag against it before booking. One-stop routings on LOT and Austrian ran €309–€340, more than any direct low-cost fare.
Which airport do I fly into in Reykjavik?
You arrive at Keflavík International (KEF), Iceland’s main gateway, about 50 km from the capital. Don’t confuse it with Reykjavík city airport (RKV), which handles only domestic and Greenland routes — international flights from Paris all use Keflavík.
How far in advance should I book Paris to Reykjavik flights?
Aim to book 1 to 3 months ahead for the best fares. That window is comfortable for the low-season months, but summer and Christmas dates climb quickly and sell out, so book those as early as you can — ideally three to five months out.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) tend to price a little lower than Friday-to-Sunday flights, and pairing two weekday travel days can save €20–€50 on a return. On the low-cost carriers especially, shifting your dates by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to cut the fare.
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.
