MSP
Minneapolis
United States
4,755 km
2,955 miles
RKV
Reykjavik
Iceland
Distance
4,755 km
2,955 mi / 2,568 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
37°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MSP RKV
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Reykjavik Airport
IATA Code MSP RKV
ICAO Code KMSP BIRK
City Minneapolis Reykjavik
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 842 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 64.130000, -21.940000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Reykjavik (RKV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland is 4,755 kilometers (2,955 miles / 2,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Iceland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:20 in Minneapolis, it's 17:20 in Reykjavik. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Reykjavik (RKV) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 279° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Reykjavik Airport (RKV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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