Warsaw to Reykjavik is one of the easier ways to reach Iceland from Poland, because you can fly it non-stop. Two airlines — LOT Polish Airlines and Wizz Air — run direct services from Warsaw Chopin to Keflavík, so you rarely need a connection. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return fare looks like in złoty, and when to book to pay less.
Route: Warsaw Chopin (WAW) → Reykjavík Keflavík (KEF)
Distance: approximately 2,650 km (1,650 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 4h 15m – 4h 35m
Direct flights: Yes — Wizz Air and LOT Polish Airlines both fly non-stop between Warsaw and Keflavík, with the most frequency in the summer season. The prices are nothing like each other: in our fare check Wizz Air ran 557–581 zł and took four fifths of the cheapest seats, while LOT ran 881–1,085 zł.
Fares from Warsaw to Reykjavik (PLN)
Iceland has a sharp travel calendar, and fares follow it closely. The summer high season (June–August), when the days barely end, is the busiest and priciest; the shoulder months of spring and early autumn offer the best balance of weather, crowds and price; and the darker winter weeks are cheapest, apart from a bump around Christmas, New Year and the northern-lights season. The figures below are typical economy return fares in złoty.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low-medium (aurora) |
| February | — | low-medium (aurora) |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium |
| May | — | medium-high |
| June | — | very high (peak) |
| July | — | very high (peak) |
| August | — | high |
| September | — | medium |
| October | — | low-medium |
| November | — | low |
| December | — | high (Christmas/New Year) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, this route is cheaper and far tighter than it is usually described: the median return is 565 zł, nothing sold below 557 zł, and four fifths of the hundred lowest fares sit between 564 and 568 zł. That is Wizz Air; LOT was 881–1,085 zł for the same non-stop. A fair price is therefore nearer 565 zł than the seven-to-eight-hundred figure usually quoted. Check the live fare, as prices move daily.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 4¼ hours):
- Wizz Air — direct low-cost service from Warsaw and the price leader by a wide margin in our fare check: 557–581 zł return on four fifths of the hundred lowest fares, including the floor. Bags and seat selection are added on, so check the all-in price.
- LOT Polish Airlines — direct from Warsaw Chopin, Poland’s flag carrier with a full-service economy cabin and easy connections through its Warsaw hub, at 881–1,085 zł in our check — roughly 1.7 times the Wizz Air fare for the same non-stop.
One-stop (rarely needed):
- Icelandair and European network carriers via Copenhagen, Oslo or another hub — only worth considering if the direct flights are sold out or badly timed, as they add several hours for little or no saving.
With two carriers flying non-stop, there is little reason to connect. Note that both airlines run more frequencies in the long Icelandic summer, so if you are travelling in the quieter months it is worth checking the schedule as well as the fare.
When to book & how to save
- Book 6–12 weeks ahead for summer travel, when demand is highest; winter and shoulder fares can turn up closer in, but the best prices still reward early booking.
- Travel in the shoulder season — late spring (April–May) and early autumn (September–October) give you decent weather, thinner crowds and noticeably lower fares than peak summer.
- Avoid the June–July peak and the Christmas/New Year weeks if budget matters — these are the most expensive on the route.
- Compare the bag on Wizz Air: the headline fare is cabin-only, so add a checked bag before comparing it against LOT’s fare, which usually includes more.
- Midweek departures (Tuesday–Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than weekend flights, and being flexible by a day or two often saves 100–300 zł.
Arriving in Reykjavik
Flights land at Keflavík International Airport (KEF), about 50 km southwest of Reykjavík — the country’s main international gateway. There is no train; the standard way into the city is a scheduled airport coach (the Flybus or a similar service), which takes about 45–50 minutes and costs roughly 120–160 zł one way, with hotel drop-offs available. A taxi is far more expensive (often well over 600 zł), so most visitors take the coach or hire a car at the airport for touring the island.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Warsaw to Reykjavik?
Non-stop flights take about 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. Wizz Air and LOT Polish Airlines both fly it directly, so there is no need to change planes on this route.
Are there direct flights from Warsaw to Reykjavik?
Yes. Wizz Air and LOT Polish Airlines both operate non-stop flights between Warsaw Chopin and Keflavík, with more departures in the summer season. A direct flight is usually available, so you rarely need to connect through another city — and it is also the cheaper option, with Wizz Air at 557–581 zł against 881–1,085 zł on LOT.
How much does it cost to fly from Warsaw to Reykjavik?
A typical economy return runs about 564–568 zł on Wizz Air, median 565 zł, with the cheapest we found at 557 zł. LOT’s non-stop is a different tier at 881–1,085 zł, and the June–July summer peak and the Christmas holidays push fares above that.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Warsaw to Reykjavik?
October, November, January and February are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, non-stop returns started at 557 zł. The winter is dark and cold but good for the northern lights. Avoid June and July, Iceland’s summer peak, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Warsaw to Reykjavik?
Two carriers fly non-stop: Wizz Air, the low-cost airline that is indeed cheapest before you add luggage — 557–581 zł on four fifths of the fares we could price — and LOT Polish Airlines, Poland’s full-service flag carrier, at 881–1,085 zł. One-stop options exist but rarely beat the direct fares: the only connections we found were 566–571 zł, no cheaper than flying direct.
Which airport do I fly into in Reykjavik?
You arrive at Keflavík International Airport (KEF), about 50 km from the capital — Iceland’s main international airport. Reykjavík’s small city airport (RKV) handles domestic and regional flights only, so all flights from Warsaw land at Keflavík.
How far in advance should I book Warsaw to Reykjavik flights?
Aim to book 6 to 12 weeks ahead, and earlier for summer travel when demand is at its highest. Fares tend to rise as the peak-season departure nears, so booking early is the surest way to lock in the lower prices.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than Friday–Sunday flights. Flying out and back on weekdays, and being flexible by a day or two, can save roughly 100–300 zł on a return.
Is Reykjavik a good short-break destination from Warsaw?
Yes — at around 4¼ hours non-stop, Iceland is very doable as a long weekend or a week’s trip. The shoulder months give the best balance of weather and price, while winter is popular for the northern lights and summer for the midnight sun and the Ring Road.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.
