LHR
London
United Kingdom
1,879 km
1,168 miles
RKV
Reykjavik
Iceland
Distance
1,879 km
1,168 mi / 1,015 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

LHR RKV
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Reykjavik Airport
IATA Code LHR RKV
ICAO Code EGLL BIRK
City London Reykjavik
Country United Kingdom Iceland
Timezone Europe/London Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 83 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 64.130000, -21.940000

London (LHR) to Reykjavik (RKV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland is 1,879 kilometers (1,168 miles / 1,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Iceland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:39 in London, it's 20:39 in Reykjavik.

The return flight from Reykjavik (RKV) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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