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Private airport transfer

Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík City Centre (101) — Private Transfer

Wondering how to get from Keflavík Airport to the Reykjavík city centre? A private transfer drops you right at your door in the 101 postcode — the compact, walkable downtown core around Laugavegur, the Old Harbour and Hallgrímskirkja. Instead of a shared coach with multiple stops, you ride directly from arrivals to your hotel, apartment or guesthouse in about 45 minutes.

The 101 city center has the densest concentration of accommodation in Iceland, much of it on narrow one-way streets where a large bus simply cannot reach. A private vehicle takes you to the exact downtown address, handles your luggage, and waits if your flight lands late — ideal after a long-haul flight or a late-night arrival.

Distance from KEF
~49 km
Drive time
~45 min
Private transfer
From $199

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City Centre transfer — common questions

How long does the drive from KEF to Reykjavík city centre take?

Roughly 45 minutes for the ~49 km direct route along Route 41 (Reykjanesbraut). Your driver takes you straight to your address with no intermediate stops.

Can the transfer reach hotels on narrow 101 streets?

Yes. Because it is a private car or van rather than a full-size coach, the driver can reach addresses on the small one-way streets around Laugavegur, Þingholt and the Old Harbour that scheduled buses cannot.

Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Private transfers are priced per vehicle for your whole group, not per seat, so the fare is the same whether you travel solo or with the family.

What happens if my flight to Keflavík is delayed?

We track your flight number and adjust the pickup automatically, so a delayed or early landing does not cost you the ride.

Will the driver help with luggage to the door?

Yes — door-to-door service includes help loading and unloading your bags at both the airport and your 101 address.

How do I get from Keflavík Airport to downtown Reykjavík?

The most direct option is a private door-to-door transfer: your driver meets you in arrivals and takes you straight into the city center in about 45 minutes, with no change at BSÍ and no shared stops. It is the simplest transport from KEF to downtown Reykjavík, especially with luggage or after a late flight.