# KEF — Reykjavík (Keflavík International)

> KEF (Keflavík International) is the main international airport serving Reykjavík, Iceland. Source: https://www.airportexit.com/airports/kef-reykjavik

## At a glance

- **Best exit method:** Take FlyBus to BSÍ terminal (with optional hotel transfer)
- **Typical fare:** ISK 3,999 / ~€26
- **Journey time:** 45 min to BSÍ
- **Pickup point:** FlyBus bay outside Arrivals (left after exiting)
- **Key warning:** Taxis run ISK 18,000+ for the 50-km transfer. There is no public bus to Reykjavík from KEF
- **Fare reality (KEF → BSÍ Reykjavík):** expected ISK 3,999 · concerning ISK 12,000+ · likely scam ISK 20,000+ tourist taxi
- **Overall risk:** low — FlyBus and Airport Direct shuttles dominate. Taxis very expensive (€100+). Card-only country — no need for cash.
- **Last updated:** June 2026 (high confidence)

## Ways out of KEF, ranked

1. **FlyBus** _(recommended)_ — cost ISK 3,999, journey 45 min, wait Every 35 min, payment Card.
   - Pros: Cheapest; Frequent
2. **Airport Direct** _(recommended)_ — cost ISK 3,999, journey 45 min, wait Every flight, payment Card.
   - Pros: Hotel transfer add-on
3. **Metered taxi (Hreyfill)** — cost ISK 18,000–ISK 22,000, journey 50 min, wait Immediate, payment Card.
   - Pros: Door-to-door
   - Cons: Very expensive
4. **Rental car** — cost Variable, journey 50 min, wait Counter, payment Card.
   - Pros: Useful for Ring Road
   - Cons: Pricey; Watch fuel costs

## First 30 minutes after landing at KEF

1. Clear immigration (Schengen)
2. Collect bags, clear customs
3. Walk to FlyBus or Airport Direct bay
4. Pre-booked tickets scan; walk-up cards accepted
5. Total to BSÍ: 45 min

## Common scams at KEF

- **None of significance** (medium risk): Iceland is genuinely scam-free. _How to avoid:_ Use FlyBus or Airport Direct.

## Payment warnings at KEF

- Cards universal; no need for ISK cash in Iceland

## Arrival checklist for KEF

- FlyBus / Airport Direct pre-booked
- Card
- No need for cash

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Last updated: June 2026

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