Keflavík International Airport (KEF) is Iceland’s main international gateway, located about 50 km south-west of Reykjavík on the Reykjanes peninsula. It handles the large majority of the country’s international traffic and is the hub for Icelandair and PLAY, with extensive connections across Europe and North America.
The airport operates from a single main terminal (the Leifur Eiríksson Air Terminal), with separate areas for departures and arrivals and ongoing expansion to handle growing transatlantic transfer traffic.
There is no train service in Iceland; the airport is connected to Reykjavík by the Flybus and Airport Direct coaches, which take around 45 minutes to the city’s bus terminal and hotels. Taxis and rental cars are also available, with the drive taking roughly 45–50 minutes. The Blue Lagoon is about 20 minutes away.
Hotels close to Keflavík Airport are ideal for early transatlantic departures and late arrivals. Options near the terminal and in nearby Keflavík/Reykjanesbær town offer shuttle access, parking and easy reach of the Blue Lagoon.
For accommodation near Keflavik International Airport, Aerfortel lists 5 hotels — with several four and five-star options in the mix. Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is one of the more notable options, alongside several others that cover the full range of budgets and requirements. Check each hotel page for up-to-date details on facilities, transfers, and parking.
Park and Fly at Keflavik International Airport: stay one night at a hotel, leave your car in their car park, and take a free shuttle to the terminal.
The hotels at the top of this page are the closest to the terminal. Where a hotel has a covered walkway or direct terminal access, that is noted on the card. The rest have free or paid shuttle services.
Yes. A number of hotels near Keflavik International Airport offer park and fly — you stay the night before your flight and leave your car in the hotel car park while you are away. The park and fly page for Keflavik International Airport has the full list, parking durations and shuttle times.
Costs depend on how long you are away and which car park you use. Long-stay car parks are usually the cheapest official option. Staying at a hotel the night before and leaving your car there is often cheaper still for trips of several days.
For early departures it usually is. You cut out the journey on the day, get a full night’s sleep, and most hotels have free shuttles to the terminal that run from early in the morning.
It varies. Budget brands usually charge extra for breakfast. Mid-range and premium hotels sometimes include it, particularly on corporate or flexible rates. The individual hotel page shows what is included in the room rate.
Several hotels are within a short drive of Keflavik International Airport. Use the distance filter on our Keflavik International Airport hotels page to sort by proximity to the terminal — the closest properties are typically 5 minutes or less by shuttle or on foot.
Yes — many hotels near Keflavik International Airport include a complimentary shuttle service between the hotel and the terminal. Look for the Free Shuttle badge on listings. Shuttle frequency and hours vary by property, so check the hotel details or contact them directly for timetables.
Several hotels near Keflavik International Airport offer Park and Fly packages: you stay one night before your departure, leave your car at the hotel for the duration of your trip, and take the shuttle to the terminal. This is often significantly cheaper than booking airport parking separately.
Budget-friendly options near Keflavik International Airport are available at the lower end of our listings. Prices vary by season and availability — booking in advance typically secures the best rates. Filter by price tier on our Keflavik International Airport page to find the most affordable properties.
Many airport hotels near Keflavik International Airport cater to travellers on early flights or late arrivals and offer flexible check-in from early morning and late check-out into the afternoon or evening. Availability varies by property — contact the hotel directly to confirm before booking.
Set 1.3 km from Keflavik International Airport, Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is a four-star hotel that hits the...
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Hilton Reykjavik Nordica — a short distance from Keflavik International Airport — is a option for travellers who need somewhere...
View HotelIcelandair Hotel Keflavik — a four-star property — sits 1 km from Keflavik International Airport. Guest scores average 8.3/10. It’s...
View HotelAt 0.5 km from the terminal, Keflavik Airport Hotel is within easy walking distance of Keflavik International Airport. Guests score...
View Hotel2 km from Keflavik International Airport, Northern Light Inn Keflavik is a four-star hotel that keeps things straightforward. Guests give...
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