Keflavík Airport Transfer (KEF)

Keflavík International Airport (IATA: KEF) is Iceland's only commercial gateway for international flights, located on the Reykjanes Peninsula 49 kilometres southwest of Reykjavík. It handles all intercontinental and European traffic, including the dense transatlantic routes from North America. There is no rail link to Reykjavík. Uber does not operate in Iceland. A LocalsRide driver is confirmed before you land and positioned inside the arrivals hall with a name sign — you identify them immediately after customs.

KEF Transfer Options and Times

Reykjavík city centre: 49 km, 45–55 min via Route 41 Reykjanesbraut. Blue Lagoon: 22 km, 20–25 min (en route to Reykjavík). Grindavík (fishing town): 14 km, 15 min. Selfoss and south Iceland gateway: 65 km, 50–65 min. Þingvellir (Golden Circle): 90 km, 70–85 min. Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields and hot springs: 5–25 km.

Winter Conditions on Route 41

The Reykjanes Peninsula experiences Iceland's harshest weather — wind speeds regularly exceed 70 km/h in winter and the road to Reykjavík can be affected by snow and ice from October through April. Route 41 is prioritised for gritting and ploughing as Iceland's primary airport road. LocalsRide transfers include real-time flight monitoring; weather delays are accommodated at no extra charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uber available at Keflavík Airport?

No — Uber does not operate anywhere in Iceland. The transport options from KEF are: metered taxi from the rank outside arrivals (approximately ISK 15,000–22,000 to Reykjavík), Flybus shared coach (ISK 3,499 to BSÍ terminal plus hotel shuttle), or a pre-booked LocalsRide private car (from ISK 12,000 direct to accommodation). For groups of two or more, the private car is competitive per person and significantly faster door-to-door.

Can I stop at the Blue Lagoon when transferring from KEF to Reykjavík?

Yes — the Blue Lagoon is 22 kilometres from KEF and naturally on the route to Reykjavík. Pre-book your entry slot at bluelagoon.com (entry sells out weeks ahead in peak season), then add the stop when booking with LocalsRide. Your driver waits in the carpark during your visit — typically 2–3 hours — and continues to Reykjavík. This eliminates the need for a separate taxi from the Blue Lagoon and is one of the most popular transfer configurations from KEF.