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Route details
4759 km
Distance
Flight prices to Reykjavik
$686 – $716
Price range (Roundtrip)
Direct flights to Reykjavik
Weather now
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+37°F
Snow
Airports
KEF
41km
RKV
6km
Flight prices from Chicago to Reykjavik
You can usually book a return flight from Chicago to Reykjavik for that amount:
$686 – $716
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$701
Average price
$716
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The majority of our users select flights from Chicago to Reykjavik in this price range, so these prices are considered normal. If you find flights priced higher than $716, they are probably more expensive than usual. To find cheap flights at the best prices, we advise you to search early, using our flexible dates feature.
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Founder, CEO
When the price range doesn’t vary much ($686 – $716), it means they don’t change a lot. Book when you are ready, probably around 2-3 weeks before the departure.
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Which is the cheapest month to fly to Reykjavik?
Here are approximate min and max prices for Chicago to Reykjavik flight (one-way) at the moment:
We don’t have data for this route yet. Try searching different months by clicking on them below and get a feeling of when it’s best to fly for you.
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We don’t yet have enough data to estimate which month is the cheapest. We will display this data when more people search for this route.
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Is Reykjavik an expensive destination?
We have compared flights from Chicago to Reykjavik with other routes:
Above average
Price per kilometer: 0.15 $ / km
Flight prices to Reykjavik ($686 – $716) are above average compared to other destinations.
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Direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik
There are 3 airlines that fly directly from Chicago to Reykjavik: Brussels Airlines, Icelandair, United Airlines if you are departing from Chicago. Most airlines that have direct connections are departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Most airlines arrive to Keflavik International Airport. Most flights depart on Thursday, Wednesday.
Airlines that have direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik
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Airlines that have connecting flights from Chicago to Reykjavik
There are 10 other airlines that fly from Chicago to Reykjavik, including Air France, Austrian, United Airlines, JetBlue Airways and others.
Air France
Austrian
United Airlines
JetBlue Airways
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Airports in Reykjavik and Chicago
Reykjavik has 2 airports and Chicago has 2 airports.
Reykjavik
Chicago
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
41 km from Reykjavik city center.
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Taxi~40 Min.
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Bus~45 Min.
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Shuttle~40 Min.
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Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
6 km from Reykjavik city center.
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Which airport in Reykjavik is better?
The closest airport to Reykjavik city center is Reykjavik Airport (RKV) with 6 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a bus from Keflavik International Airport (KEF), trip will take 45 min. Most airlines like Brussels Airlines, Icelandair, United Airlines with direct flights are flying to Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
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Where to stay in Reykjavik
Find the right accommodation in Reykjavik with Avionero:
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Bus Hostel
Skogarhlid 10
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Multilingual Staff
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Rey Apartments
Grettisgata 2A (front door at Klapparstigur)
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Airport shuttle • Hair Dryer • Restaurant
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Pavi Apartments
Brautarholt 4
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Airport shuttle • Tour Desk
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Hotel Fron
Laugarvegur
24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Elevator / Lift • Multilingual Staff • Mini Bar
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Castle House Luxury Apartments
Skalholtsstigur 2A
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Hair Dryer
Things to do in Reykjavik
Some of the activities you can do while travelling to Reykjavik:
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Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland
Half-day Tours • Walking Tours • Culinary & Gourmet Tour • Small Group • Food & Drink
918 reviews
Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik
Day Trips • Nature and Wildlife • Full-day Tours • Bus Tours • Ports of Call Tours
974 reviews
Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour
Day Trips • Nature and Wildlife • Full-day Tours • Bus Tours • Private and Luxury
595 reviews
Golden Circle and Glacier Snowmobiling Day Trip from Reykjavik
Day Trips • Winter Sports • Full-day Tours • Bus Tours • Walking Tours
4126 reviews
Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik
Day Trips • Nature and Wildlife • Full-day Tours • Bus Tours • Ports of Call Tours
86 reviews
New Volcano Eruption Area Helicopter Tour in Iceland
Nature and Wildlife • Helicopter Tours • Ports of Call Tours • Shore Excursions • Small Group
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Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik
Day Trips • Nature and Wildlife • Full-day Tours • Bus Tours • Ports of Call Tours
Planning a trip from Chicago to Reykjavik? Check the weather
16 Days Weather Forecast
Here’s how the weather in Reykjavik looks currently:
Wed, 05 February
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+37°F
Snow
22 m/s
94 %
Thu, 06 February
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+46°F
Snow
21 m/s
91 %
Fri, 07 February
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+34°F
Snow
13 m/s
73 %
Sat, 08 February
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+32°F
Snow
11 m/s
55 %
Sun, 09 February
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+41°F
Snow
14 m/s
81 %
Mon, 10 February
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+43°F
Rain
14 m/s
91 %
Tue, 11 February
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+41°F
Rain
11 m/s
90 %
Wed, 12 February
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+41°F
Rain
10 m/s
82 %
Thu, 13 February
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+39°F
Rain
10 m/s
67 %
Fri, 14 February
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+37°F
Rain
16 m/s
54 %
Sat, 15 February
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+39°F
Snow
14 m/s
94 %
Sun, 16 February
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+41°F
Snow
17 m/s
79 %
Mon, 17 February
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+37°F
Snow
7 m/s
69 %
Tue, 18 February
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+30°F
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4 m/s
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Wed, 19 February
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+32°F
Snow
20 m/s
64 %
Thu, 20 February
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+36°F
Snow
16 m/s
70 %
Monthly weather
Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Reykjavik will be like?
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Still thinking when to go? Read when is the best time to visit Reykjavik.
CO₂-e emission on the Chicago – Reykjavik route
Here are typical CO₂-e emissions on a return flight to Reykjavik:
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From 1323 kg to 1323 kg is the approximate amount of CO₂ equivalents emitted on the Chicago to Reykjavik route. The exact figure depends on the number of stops, the type of airplane and its capacity.
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66 - 66 trees
are needed to absorb those emissions (approximation, source: Climate Neutral Group)
Offset CO2-e emission on Chicago – Reykjavik flight
To reduce your own impact from flying to Reykjavik, you can also compensate for it. This means that you sponsor projects that reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by the same estimated amount that your flight emits:
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FAQ
Flying from Chicago to Reykjavik? Here are some useful things to know:
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What airports are in Reykjavik?
Reykjavik is served by 2 airports: Keflavik International Airport, Reykjavik Airport. The nearest airport is Reykjavik Airport located 6 km away.
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How far is it between Chicago and Reykjavik by plane?
Reykjavik is around 4759 km away from Chicago.
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What is the flight time from Chicago to Reykjavik?
Typically it takes from ∞h NaNm to -∞h NaNm to fly from Chicago to Reykjavik.
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What is the flight price to travel from Chicago to Reykjavik?
You could get a cheaper flight if you are flexible in your travel plans. Try Avionero Flexible Dates to check multiple travel dates to see the best combinations.
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How good the weather is in Reykjavik?
The coldest month is January with an average temperature of +32°F. The hottest month is July with an average temperature of +54°F. Right now it is +37°F and Snow in Reykjavik.
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Is there a direct connection between Chicago and Reykjavik?
Yes, there are direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik. You can fly to Reykjavik 2 days a week: Thursday, Wednesday.
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Which airlines offer direct flights from Chicago to Reykjavik?
Here are the airlines that have direct connections from Chicago to Reykjavik: Brussels Airlines, Icelandair, United Airlines.
About Avionero
Avionero is a Swedish travel planning startup located in Malmo, founded by Lars Kristensson and Anton Tyulenev.
Using our smart AI Search engine, we combine millions of flight, hotel, and activity options for your trip to Reykjavik.
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4 things to know about Avionero:
We provide the most flexible search
We have the largest inventory of flights
We are not the sellers, but aggregators of flights, hotels & activities
We do not track you to raise prices
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