- Daily service between KEF and the capital area; adult fare listed as 2,400 ISK. The airport stop is near “Kjóavellir” on the departures side (signed), not the same bay as the private coaches. Expect less frequent runs and a longer trip than the shuttles. Strætó
- Good for: lowest cost; okay if you’re not in a rush.
Taxi / private transfer
- Taxis wait outside arrivals 24/7 and accept cards. Typical fares KEF→Reykjavík center land roughly 22.500 isk fixed price;
- Good for: door-to-door speed, families, late arrivals.
- Note: No Uber/Bolt/Lyft in Iceland; use licensed taxis or prebook a private car.
- All major agencies at KEF; a straightforward 45–50 min drive to Reykjavík on Route 41. Consider wind forecasts and add full gravel/sand-ash cover if you’re road-tripping.
Blue Lagoon stop on the way
- The Blue Lagoon sits about 20 minutes from KEF and is commonly done as a stopover transfer en route to Reykjavík or back to the airport. The lagoon’s official partner is Destination Blue Lagoon, and both Flybus and Airport Direct sell airport↔Lagoon↔city combos. Book entry times in advance.
Going to the airport (return trip)
- Plan to arrive at KEF 2.5–3 hours before departure (especially mornings/peak season). Pick a shuttle departure that gets you there on time, or leave extra margin if returning a rental car.


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