RKV
Reykjavik
Iceland
5,817 km
3,614 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
5,817 km
3,614 mi / 3,141 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
256°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

RKV TPA
Airport Name Reykjavik Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code RKV TPA
ICAO Code BIRK KTPA
City Reykjavik Tampa
Country Iceland United States
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik America/New_York
Elevation 48 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 64.130000, -21.940000 27.980000, -82.530000

Reykjavik (RKV) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 5,817 kilometers (3,614 miles / 3,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:51 in Reykjavik, it's 14:51 in Tampa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Reykjavik (RKV) follows a heading of 29° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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