How Much Does It Cost to Get from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik?

Keflavik Airport sits 50 km southwest of Reykjavik. There is no cheap public bus, no metro, and no train. Every option costs real money because Iceland is an expensive country. Here is what to budget.

Coach services (most affordable)

Flybus (Reykjavik Excursions):

• To BSI bus terminal: ISK 3,999–4,499 (EUR 25–28)
• With hotel drop-off: ISK 5,499 (EUR 35)
• Children 5–15: roughly half price
• Children under 5: free

Airport Direct:

• To selected hotels: ISK 4,990–5,490 (EUR 32–35)
• Similar child pricing applies

Both services run frequently and align with flight arrivals. The ride takes about 45–50 minutes. Book online in advance for a small discount.

Private transfer

• Sedan (1–3 passengers): ISK 15,000–25,000 (EUR 95–160)
• Minivan (4–7 passengers): ISK 25,000–40,000 (EUR 160–255)
• Minibus (8+ passengers): ISK 40,000+ (EUR 255+)

These are per-vehicle prices, not per-person. For a family of four, a private transfer often costs about the same as four Flybus tickets with hotel drop-off — and you get door-to-door service with luggage help.

Taxi

A metered taxi from Keflavik to central Reykjavik runs ISK 18,000–25,000 (EUR 115–160). The fare depends on exact destination and time of day. Taxis are not the best value for solo travelers, but splitting between four passengers brings it to about EUR 30–40 per person.

Rental car

Daily rates start around ISK 8,000–15,000 (EUR 50–95) for a compact car. Add fuel (petrol is expensive in Iceland, roughly ISK 350–400 per liter), insurance upgrades (gravel and sand damage coverage is recommended), and parking in Reykjavik (limited and sometimes paid).

Blue Lagoon detour pricing

Many services offer an airport-to-Blue-Lagoon-to-Reykjavik route. The transport portion typically costs the same or slightly more than a direct transfer. Blue Lagoon entry itself is separate — starting around ISK 8,000–12,000 per adult depending on the package.

The math that matters

For a solo traveler, the Flybus is the clear winner at EUR 25–35. For two people, it is still competitive. At three or four passengers, a private transfer starts making more sense — EUR 95–160 split three or four ways is EUR 25–40 per person, with the added benefit of direct service. Taxis only make sense if you are in a rush and did not book anything.