Reykjavík · Iceland
Keflavík International Airport (KEF)
Keflavík International Airport (KEF) is the primary international gateway to Iceland, situated on the Reykjanes peninsula roughly 50 kilometres southwest of Reykjavík. The airport operates out of a single main passenger terminal complex, the Leifur Eiríksson Terminal. It serves both origin-and-destination passengers and major transatlantic transfer traffic.
Terminals
- Leifur Eiríksson Terminal
- Main passenger terminal handling all scheduled international commercial passenger flights.
Aankomst
Arrivals at KEF proceed through a single terminal structure with clear separation for Schengen and non-Schengen passengers.
- Disembark via jetbridge or bus transfer into the terminal concourse.
- Passengers arriving from non-Schengen origins proceed through passport control before entering baggage reclaim.
- Collect checked luggage in the main arrival hall; duty-free shopping is accessible before baggage reclaim.
- Clear customs via the green (nothing to declare) or red (goods to declare) channels.
- Exit into the main arrivals hall to access scheduled airport buses, taxis, and rental car shuttles.
Naar de stad reizen
Bus
Scheduled Airport Bus
Direct coach services (such as Flybus and Airport Direct) operating in alignment with arriving flights, departing directly outside the terminal exit.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 45 to 50 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Typically 3,500 to 4,500 ISK
Bus
Public Bus (Strætó)
Public bus route 55 connects the airport to the capital area; requires local transfers for central Reykjavík destinations.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 75 to 90 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Typically 2,000 to 2,500 ISK
Taxi
Taxi
Official taxis are available at the rank outside the main terminal exit; fares are metered or agreed upon prior to departure.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 40 to 45 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Typically 16,000 to 23,000 ISK
Autoverhuur
Car Rental
Rental company shuttles transport passengers from the arrival area to the off-site car rental village.
- Tijd:
- Roughly 40 to 50 minutes drive time
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- Varies by season and vehicle type
Verbindingen & transfers
Transatlantic and intra-European transfers take place within the single terminal complex.
- Transfers between Schengen destinations do not require passport control or additional security screening.
- Transfers between Schengen and non-Schengen destinations require passing through border control.
- Passengers with self-transfer bookings must clear customs, collect baggage, and re-check at the main landside desks.
Wi-Fi & verbonden blijven
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the terminal.
- Connect to the network named 'Kefairport-FreeWifi'.
- Accept the conditions of use on the pop-up browser page.
- No account creation or personal registration is required.
Geld, kaarten & fooien
Iceland functions predominantly as a cashless society, though foreign exchange and cash machines are available.
- ATMs dispensing Icelandic Króna (ISK) and major foreign currencies are located in arrival and departure areas.
- Major payment cards and contactless mobile payments are accepted universally across the country.
- Currency exchange counters operate in the arrivals hall near baggage reclaim.
Eten & drinken
Food and drink options are available both before and after security.
- A convenience store and cafes are located in the public arrivals concourse.
- A wider selection of Nordic and international eateries operates in the departure lounge.
- Operating hours generally align with scheduled flight departures and arrivals.
Lounges & rust
Lounge facilities are situated in the airside departure hall.
- The Icelandair Saga Lounge serves eligible premium passengers and frequent flyer cardholders.
- Day passes may be purchased at entry subject to space availability.
- Facilities include seating areas, light meals, refreshment services, and shower facilities.
Luchthavenhotels
Accommodations are situated adjacent to the airport perimeter and in nearby towns.
- Aurora Hotel Reykjavik Airport is located within a short walking distance (roughly 100 metres) of the terminal.
- Hotels in the neighbouring town of Keflavík (5-10 minutes drive) are accessible via taxi or hotel shuttle.
- There are no dedicated transit sleeping pods inside the secure airside zone.
Bagage & douane
Baggage collection and luggage storage facilities serve arriving passengers.
- Luggage carousels are located in the main baggage hall immediately after border control.
- Left luggage and long-term locker storage facilities are located nearby in the car rental area.
- Delayed or missing baggage queries are managed by ground handling agent desks inside the baggage hall.
Familie & toegankelijkheid
Basic family amenities are provided throughout the main building.
- Baby-changing tables are available in designated accessible toilets across the terminal.
- Complimentary strollers are available for use within the airside departure concourse.
- A dedicated children's play area is situated in the main departure hall.
Voorzieningen
- Duty-Free Arrivals Store
- ATMs and Currency Exchange
- Car Rental Shuttles
- Free Wi-Fi
- Device Charging Stations
- Lost and Found Desk
- Tourist Information Centre
Nood & veiligheid
Lokaal noodnummer: 112
- Dial 112 for police, medical, or fire emergency services anywhere in Iceland.
- First aid support and airport medical responders can be summoned via the main airport information desk.
- For passport issues, contact border control officers or your national embassy located in Reykjavík.
Voordat je van huis vertrekt
- Controleer de geldigheid van je paspoort en eventuele visa, ETA of vereiste inreisverklaringen.
- Controleer de dag voor vertrek de juiste vertrekterminal op je boardingpass.
- Activeer een reist-eSIM zodat je direct online bent zodra je landt.
- Download offline kaarten en maak een screenshot van je hoteladres en boekingsreferentie.
- Laat je bank weten dat je op reis gaat en neem een reservebetaalkaart mee.
- Sla het lokale noodnummer en het contact van je ambassade op in je telefoon.
- Fotografeer je paspoort en bewaar de kopie op een plek waar je offline bij kunt.
- Controleer de bagagevrijstelling en eventuele verboden artikelen voor je bestemming.
Officiële bronnen
Luchthavenactiviteiten kunnen wijzigen. Bevestig terminals, tarieven en dienstregelingen altijd met de onderstaande officiële bronnen voordat je reist.
- Isavia - Keflavík Airport Official WebsiteOfficiële luchthavenbron
- Directorate of Immigration (Útlendingastofnun)Overheidsbron
- Iceland Revenue and Customs (Skatturinn)Overheidsbron
- Strætó Public TransportOfficiële ov-bron
- Icelandic Emergency Services (112)Overheidsbron
Gids laatst beoordeeld 22 september 2026
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