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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 412
Typical prices: C$ 468-C$ 655
Icelandair
Wed 4/4Sun 8/4
HEL - KEF • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 212
Typical prices: C$ 256-C$ 422
Finnair
Sat 20/1
HEL - KEF • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Finnair and Icelandair. Average duration is 3h 55m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 395 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik (HEL-KEF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Helsinki to Reykjavik

Sun, 4 Apr - Thu, 8 Apr
Icelandair Logo
3:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
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7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 30mdirect
C$ 412Icelandair
1 day ago
Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
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2:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 55mdirect
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7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 30mdirect
C$ 455Icelandair
1 day ago
Mon, 15 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar
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3:20 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 55mdirect
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6:00 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 483Finnair
3+ days ago
Sat, 3 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
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7:10 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
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8:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 485Finnair
2 days ago
Sat, 1 May - Mon, 10 May
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7:10 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
Finnair Logo
8:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 489Finnair
3+ days ago
Sat, 3 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
Finnair Logo
7:10 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
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8:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 490Finnair
3+ days ago
Sat, 1 May - Mon, 10 May
Finnair Logo
7:10 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
Finnair Logo
8:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 497Finnair
17 hours ago
Sat, 1 May - Mon, 10 May
Finnair Logo
7:10 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
Finnair Logo
8:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 499Finnair
2 days ago
Sat, 1 May - Mon, 10 May
Finnair Logo
7:10 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
3h 40mdirect
Finnair Logo
8:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 25mdirect
C$ 500Finnair
1 day ago
Mon, 8 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
KLM Logo
6:20 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
21h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
2:45 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.KEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
7h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 512KLM
13 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport typically range from C$ 468 to C$ 655. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 412, on Icelandair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. It's 2% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport at C$ 462 round-trip.
•October (C$ 612) and August (C$ 593) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Helsinki to Reykjavik

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Icelandair

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Finnair

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 212
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport

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Your Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:20 am and lands at 11:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:20 pm and lands at 7:15 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport.

  • How long does a flight from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport takes 3h 55m, covering 3,931 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport range from C$ 468 to C$ 655, with an average of C$ 544 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 468 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the C$ 544 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 395 round-trip via Riga Intl (RIX), compared to C$ 544 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 88–C$ 143 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Finnair and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 225, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF)?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 91 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ice Rental 4x4
    • Fair Car
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport usually depart from Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 46m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 90% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Riga Intl (RIX) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 536 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 557, a difference of C$ 21.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Helsinki and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Finnair
    • Icelandair

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flying via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 18m, compared with 7h 23m via Riga Intl (RIX) and 10h 59m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Helsinki and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Helsinki (Greenwich Mean Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Harpa is one of the most viewed places in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights:

    • Finnair: offers free seat selection
    • Icelandair: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Finnair: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Icelandair: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 536, about C$ 21 less than Sunday fares (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 462 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 150 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Icelandair. Over the past three months, 95% of Icelandair flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 46m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Riga Intl Airport (RIX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 395 round-trip on this route – about C$ 149 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Helsinki to Reykjavik?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Helsinki-Vantaa to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Monday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Tuesday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Wednesday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Thursday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Friday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Saturday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Sunday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

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Direct returns

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl to Helsinki-Vantaa

Monday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Tuesday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Wednesday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Thursday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Friday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Saturday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

Sunday

Finnair,Icelandair

Finnair,Icelandair

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