Car Hire at Keflavik Airport
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Travel Information
Language
Icelandic,
English
English
Currency
ISK
Dialing code
354
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of city centre
90 km/h
56 mi/h
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.04%
Airport Car Hire
Keflavik Airport is the main international airport in, and gateway to, the island nation of Iceland. It is located roughly 50 kilometers west of the capital of the country, Reykjavik.
Let's face it, most don't travel to Iceland to spend a week in the city. Instead, they travel for the out-of-this-world nature of the island. Thus, is no surprise that most travelers choose to hire a car for their trip. And as Keflavik Airport is the most popular entry point, there is a huge selection of hire companies from which to choose.
While you could take some form of public transportation to get to Reykjavik and hire a car there after visiting the city for some time, it is probably better to just hire a car at the airport. Transportation to the city is likely expensive and the intense competition amongst companies serving the airport means prices for hire cars are very reasonable.
So hire a car and set out towards the island's famous ring road for the adventure of a lifetime!
Top international routes
- London-Heathrow
- London-Luton
- East Midlands
- Manchester
Main airlines
British Airways flies to the airport from London Heathrow Airport and easyjet flies from London Luton, East Midlands, and Manchester Airports.
Terminals
The airport has just one terminal. The check-in and arrivals areas are on the first floor and the post-security section with all gates on the second floor.
Location
Keflavik Airport is located roughly 50 kilometres west of Reykjavik on the western tip of the island. It's possible to head south to a scenic road along the southern coast that will lead you to the ring road skipping Reykjavik altogether.
Most popular types of hire car
- Station wagons - starting at £ 38 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 75 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 37 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - starting at £ 93 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 26 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 51 per day
Car hire desks
Only a few car hire companies have desks in the terminal — specifically, in the arrivals hall. These are Avis, Europcar, and Firefly. All other companies are located outside the airport and either have a company employee meet arriving customers or provide a shuttle bus to their locations.
Services and facilities
There are a number of restaurants, bars, stores duty-free shops, a bank with a cashpoint, and a children’s play area. Keflavík Airport offers special assistance to disabled passengers. A luggage storage service is located next to the airport bus station and can be reached by foot in about three minutes. Its opening hours depend on the season. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest petrol station
There is an Orkan petrol station in the car rental area of the airport which is just like any other Orkan station and doesn't charge exorbitant prices as other stations located at airports do.
If returning a car to one of the companies located outside the airport, there are multiple stations along the way at which you can fill up. Which one is the most convenient will depend on which company you use.
If returning a car to one of the companies located outside the airport, there are multiple stations along the way at which you can fill up. Which one is the most convenient will depend on which company you use.
Airport information
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
- IATA: KEF
- ICAO: BIKF
- Name: Keflavik Airport (KEF)
- Size: Large Airport
- Passengers (per year): 8,755,352
- Distance from the city centre: 1.9 miles / 3 km SW of town
- Working hours:
- Phone: +354-425-0600
Top 6 Destinations around Keflavik Airport
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Car Hire at Reykjavik Airport starting at £ 37.17 per day33.1 km / 20.6 miles away
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Car Hire at Reykjavik Bus Station starting at £ 41.43 per day33.9 km / 21.1 miles away
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Car Hire at Reykjavik Harbour starting at £ 29.27 per day34.1 km / 21.2 miles away
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Car Hire at Isafjordur Airport starting at £ 49.17 per day230.1 km / 143.0 miles away
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Car Hire at Akureyri Airport starting at £ 37.17 per day280.3 km / 174.2 miles away
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Car Hire at Egilsstadir Airport starting at £ 37.17 per day413.2 km / 256.8 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
During which month is it most affordable to hire a car at Keflavik Airport?
Our data show how prices for hiring a car at Keflavik Airport fluctuate depending on the time of the year. This graph can assist you in finding the best bargain.
Average Price for Hiring a Car at Keflavik Airport
The cheapest month to hire a car at Keflavik Airport is October with prices starting at £ 35.65 for an Economy class cars. The most expensive month in which to hire a car is July with prices for for a Compact class) starting at £ 70.19. The average cost over the course of the entire year is £ 49. You can use this to plan your trip at the time of year when it would be most economical to hire a car. Note that these prices are only averages. The amount of time you hire a car for and the time at which you book will influence the prices.
What’s the most popular hire length at Keflavik Airport?
Hirers picking up a car at Keflavik Airport keep them for an average of 6 days during in January, while those picking up their cars in October keep them for an average of 5.
Average Hire Length at Keflavik Airport
Which month sees the highest demand for car hire at Keflavik Airport?
Though Keflavik Airport is popular for travellers all year long, the month with the highest demand for hire cars is in July. April is the month that sees the lowest demand for hire cars.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ace Rent a car | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Suzuki Jimny | 4 | 1 | SUVs |
| Icerental4x4 | Suzuki Vitara | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Kia Rio | 5 | 3 | Small cars |
| FairCar | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Icerental4x4 | Dacia Duster | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| FairCar | Dacia Duster 4x4 | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| FairCar | Suzuki Jimny 4x4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| GreenMotion | Jeep Renegade Trailhawk | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | VW Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Top 19 Hire Companies at Keflavik Airport in 2021
Carwiz
+3545712266
Bogatröð 2
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
SIXT
+3545402222
Blikavöllur 5, 235 Reykjanesbær
National
+3545199300
Arnarvöllur 4, 235 Reykjanesbær
Enterprise
5199300
ARNARVOLLUR,
NUCarrentals
+3547714200
Njardarbraut 11, Reykjanesbaer
Working hours
Mon:06:00-18:00
Tue:06:00-18:00
Wed:06:00-18:00
Thu:06:00-18:00
Fri:06:00-18:00
Sat:06:00-18:00
Sun:06:00-18:00
Europcar
+3544250300
KEFLAVIK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
£ 49 - £ 134
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Ace Rent a car
+3545673000 / 3172487251
Flugvellir 6. 260 Reykjanesbær
£ 22 - £ 96
Avis
+3545914000
Keflavíkurflugvöllur, 235 Keflavík
£ 29 - £ 140
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
AddCar
+3545194141
Keflavikurflugvöllur, 235 Keflavík
£ 53 - £ 136
Alamo
+3545199300
Arnarvollur
Working hours
Mon:10:00-20:00
Tue:10:00-20:00
Wed:10:00-20:00
Thu:10:00-20:00
Fri:10:00-20:00
Sat:10:00-20:00
Sun:10:00-20:00
Budget
+3545626060
Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Economy rent a car
Alamo
+3545199300
Arnarvollur 4, 235 Reykjanesbaer, Iceland
MEX RENT A CAR
+3545194141
Iðavellir 13, Keflavík
Working hours
Mon:00:00-02:00
Tue:00:00-02:00
Wed:00:00-02:00
Thu:00:00-02:00
Fri:00:00-02:00
Sat:00:00-02:00
Sun:00:00-02:00
RightCars
+3545716040
Meet & Greet
Global Rent a Car
+3545917900
Arnarvellir 4b, 235 Reykjanesbaer, Iceland
£ 22 - £ 31
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Goldcar
+3547737079
Blikavellir 3, 235, Keflavik
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:07:00-20:00
Sun:07:00-20:00
GreenMotion
+3545625888
Vesturbraut 10, 230 Keflavik
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Surprice
+3547874444
Blikavöllur 3 - 235 Keflavik Airport
£ 27 - £ 142
Working hours
Mon:05:30-21:29
Tue:05:30-21:29
Wed:05:30-21:29
Thu:05:30-21:29
Fri:05:30-21:29
Sat:05:30-21:29
Sun:05:30-21:29