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Cheap flights from Reykjavik (REK) to New York, NY (NYC)

REK — NYC
Aug 18 — Aug 251
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Reykjavik to New York are usually found in March or November, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reykjavik (REK) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$527

Good round-trip deal

$530 or less

Good one-way deal

$232 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Reykjavik (REK) to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Reykjavik (REK) to New York (NYC).

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Reykjavik to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reykjavik to New York. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Reykjavik to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from REK to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Reykjavik to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Reykjavik to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Reykjavik to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Reykjavik to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

The most flights from REK to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown Icelandair and PLAY from Reykjavik to New York. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Boarding

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

KEF - EWR

The airport in Reykjavik had too few seats at the departure gate. Otherwise the airport experience was fine. The flight was timely and smooth. The airplane was well maintained and staff pleasant and efficient

Food

6.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Boarding

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

KEF - EWR

The airport in Reykjavik had too few seats at the departure gate. Otherwise the airport experience was fine. The flight was timely and smooth. The airplane was well maintained and staff pleasant and efficient

Food

6.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Boarding

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

KEF - EWR

The airport in Reykjavik had too few seats at the departure gate. Otherwise the airport experience was fine. The flight was timely and smooth. The airplane was well maintained and staff pleasant and efficient

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  • What are the most reliable airlines from Reykjavik to New York?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Reykjavik to New York are Icelandair (74%), KLM (67%) and Air France (67%).

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Reykjavik to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reykjavik to New York (average of $236). Flying from Reykjavik to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Reykjavik to New York

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IcelandairCheapest$455Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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