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Keflavik International Airport

IATA KEFICAO BIKF🇮🇸 Reykjavík
Coordinates
63.9850°N, 22.6056°W
Elevation
171 ft (52 m)
Type
Large airport
Region
IS-2
Time zone
Reykjavik(UTC)
Magnetic variation
11.4° W

Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)

Sunrise
03:47
Sunset
23:27

About 19h 41m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.

About Keflavik International Airport

Keflavik International Airport

Keflavík International Airport, also known as Reykjavík–Keflavík Airport, is the largest airport in Iceland and the country's main hub for international transportation. The airport is located approximately 3 km (1.9 mi) west of the town of Keflavík, Reykjanesbær and 50 km (30 mi) southwest of the capital Reykjavík. The airport has two runways, each measuring approx. 3,050 m (10,010 ft). Most international journeys to or from Iceland pass through this airport, and it is the 5th busiest airport in the Nordic countries.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

Live weather

BIKF

Live departures & arrivals

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Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.

Where you can fly from here

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Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.

Map

Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.

Runways (2)

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLightingStatus
10 / 2810,056 ft / 3,065 m197 ftAspLightedOpen
01 / 1910,020 ft / 3,054 m197 ftAspLightedOpen

Radio frequencies (8)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
A/GAIR GND131.900 MHz
APPAPP119.300 MHz
ATISATIS128.300 MHz
DEPDEP119.300 MHz
GNDGND121.900 MHz
OPSBASE OPS129.000 MHz
PMSVPMSV METRO125.000 MHz
TWRTWR118.300 MHz

Services & operations

Services
Fast TrackCar rentalBus servicesAirport map

KEF Airport offers various services including car rentals, bus transfers, and an airport map.

From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site

Navaids(3)

Airlines & destinations

Nonstop destinations (31)

Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.

Airspace in this area(4)

NameClassTypeFloorCeiling
FAXI TMAClass CTMA3000 ft MSLFL245
FAXI TMAClass DTMA1000 ft MSL3000 ft MSL
KEFLAVIK CTRClass DCTRGND3000 ft MSL
BIRD-FIRSpecial useFIRGNDFL999

Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Iceland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.

Tall obstacles nearby

ObstacleHeight AGLTop (MSL)Lit
TFK Grindavik801 ft20 ft
TFK Grindavik600 ft46 ft

Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.

Nearby airports

Great-circle distance and true bearing from Keflavik International Airport.

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🇮🇸 More airports in Iceland📘 Flying in Iceland: a pilot's guide

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Keflavik International Airport?

The ICAO code for Keflavik International Airport is BIKF, and its IATA code is KEF.

Where is Keflavik International Airport located?

Keflavik International Airport is large airport located in Reykjavík, Iceland, at an elevation of 171 ft (52 m).

How many runways does Keflavik International Airport have?

Keflavik International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,056 ft / 3,065 m.

Which airlines fly to Keflavik International Airport?

Airlines historically serving Keflavik International Airport include Air Greenland, Finnair, Icelandair, Maastricht Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Scandinavian Airlines System, among 8 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).

How many destinations are served from Keflavik International Airport?

Historical data lists 31 nonstop destinations from Keflavik International Airport. Always check current schedules.

What time zone is Keflavik International Airport in?

Keflavik International Airport is in the Atlantic/Reykjavik time zone (UTC).

What is the magnetic variation at Keflavik International Airport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Keflavik International Airport is approximately 11.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Keflavik International Airport?

The nearest airport to Keflavik International Airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV), about 19.6 nm to the ene, followed by Heiði - Fisfélag and Tungubakkar Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Keflavik International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.