How long is the flight from California to Iceland?

Flight times from California to Iceland vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 10h 55m on average. Another popular route from California to Iceland is flying from San Diego to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport, which will take roughly 11h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Iceland?

Alaska Airlines, Icelandair and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iceland from California according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iceland. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Iceland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Iceland?

WestJet, Lufthansa, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Iceland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Iceland?

Prices for flights from California to Iceland are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Iceland?

As of August 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Iceland.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Iceland?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Iceland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iceland?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iceland may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iceland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:02 am - 9:00 amONT Ontario-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

19h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:40 am - 7:03 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-ONT Ontario

15h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$561Alaska Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 9

6:02 am - 9:00 amONT Ontario-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

19h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:40 am - 11:24 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-ONT Ontario

19h 44m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$561Alaska Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10

3:15 pm - 9:25 amSAN San Diego-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

11h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

4:50 pm - 11:15 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SAN San Diego

13h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

$647Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 5

11:05 am - 6:00 amSAN San Diego-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

11h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

4:50 pm - 11:15 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SAN San Diego

13h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

$656Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 5

1:50 pm - 9:25 amLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

12h 35m1 stop Denver Intl

4:50 pm - 10:30 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

12h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$657Icelandair

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Sep 4

6:55 am - 9:25 amONT Ontario-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

19h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

10:45 am - 4:25 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-ONT Ontario

12h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$675Icelandair

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

6:05 pm - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

30h 35m1 stop Calgary

9:00 am - 12:00 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 00m1 stop Calgary

$707WestJet

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1

6:00 am - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

18h 40m1 stop Calgary

9:00 am - 12:00 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 00m1 stop Calgary

$707WestJet

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 1

6:35 am - 10:00 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

19h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:00 pm - 11:03 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$751United Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 24

10:05 am - 10:00 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

15h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:00 pm - 12:53 amKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$752United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19

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4:25 pm - 9:00 amLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

33h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:45 pm - 8:59 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

15h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$707Alaska Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 26

8:09 pm - 9:00 amLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

29h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:45 pm - 9:59 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

16h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$724Alaska Airlines

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6:00 am - 2:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

25h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:45 am - 4:22 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

12h 37m1 stop Portland

$870Icelandair

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

2:05 pm - 2:00 pmONT Ontario-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

16h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:45 am - 9:48 amKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-ONT Ontario

30h 03m1 stop Portland

$870Icelandair

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11:59 pm - 6:05 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

23h 06m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

10:40 am - 9:30 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$906Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 21

6:05 pm - 7:40 amLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

30h 35m1 stop Calgary

9:00 am - 10:45 amKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

32h 45m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl

$924Multiple Airlines

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6:05 pm - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

30h 35m1 stop Calgary

9:00 am - 12:00 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

34h 00m1 stop Calgary

$1,070WestJet

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

6:05 pm - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

30h 35m1 stop Calgary

9:00 am - 4:40 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 40m1 stop Calgary

$1,103WestJet

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19

6:45 pm - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

30h 10m2 stops San Francisco Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9:15 am - 9:35 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

19h 20m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,228United Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 28

6:45 pm - 7:55 amLAX Los Angeles-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

30h 10m2 stops San Francisco Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9:50 am - 8:53 pmKEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-LAX Los Angeles

18h 03m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,233United Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 26

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Scandinavian Airlines

Oct 22

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

59h 55m

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Oct 29

KEF6:05 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

28h 45m

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SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

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Aug 23

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

16h 30m

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Aug 31

KEF5:05 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

28h 35m

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SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

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Oct 27

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58h 05m

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KEF5:05 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

29h 45m

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SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

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Alaska Airlines flights from California to Iceland

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Sep 3

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

19h 45m

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KEF9:00 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sep 10

KEF7:45 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

22h 01m

1 stop

SAN10:46 amSan Diego

$561

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Aug 27

ONT6:02 amOntario

19h 58m

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KEF9:00 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sep 9

KEF10:40 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

15h 23m

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ONT7:03 pmOntario

$562

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Sep 2

BUR5:34 pmBurbank Bob Hope

32h 26m

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KEF9:00 amReykjavik Keflavik Intl

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KEF7:45 pmReykjavik Keflavik Intl

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Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

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4:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

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11:05 am-6:00 am

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Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

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4:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$656

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LAX Los Angeles - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

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Wed 8/26

1:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop12h 35m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 9/4

4:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$657

OntarioReykjavik

ONT Ontario - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

ONTKEF

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Sat 8/22

6:55 am-9:25 am

1 stop19h 30m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sat 8/29

10:45 am-4:25 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$675

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Tue 8/18

6:05 pm-7:40 am

1 stop30h 35m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 9/1

9:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$707

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SFO San Francisco - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

SFOKEF

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Wed 8/19

6:00 am-7:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 9/1

9:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$707

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Sun 12/13

6:35 am-10:00 am

1 stop19h 25m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 12/24

12:00 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop19h 03m

$751

San FranciscoReykjavik

SFO San Francisco - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

SFOKEF

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10:05 am-10:00 am

1 stop15h 55m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 11/19

12:00 pm-12:53 am

1 stop20h 53m

$752

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iceland?

The cheapest month to fly to Iceland from California is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $902, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Iceland from California during May instead. Flights to Iceland in May, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $920.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Iceland?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Iceland from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Iceland for around $1,048 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Iceland from California for as low as $731 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Iceland?
Prices for flights from California to Iceland are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Iceland?
As of August 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Iceland.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Iceland?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Iceland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iceland?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iceland may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iceland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,493 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,772 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $371	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,555 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,431 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $621	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 721 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
WestJet	PriceFrom $635	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,426 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $636	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,073 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $655	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,924 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $892	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 431 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights

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