Cheap flights from Manchester to Reykjavik

You should generally secure your seat several weeks before departure, since last-minute demand can push fares upward during peak travel windows. January typically offers the lowest prices, and the months surrounding it also tend to be quieter, giving you more flexibility with your itinerary. If you prefer milder weather and longer daylight hours, the late spring and early autumn periods provide a steadier rhythm to the schedule, though you will still find dated fares available across the entire calendar.

The route carries a balanced mix of low-cost operators and full-service carriers, so you can pick between budget fares that charge separately for extras or comprehensive tickets that bundle meals and priority boarding. Direct services are operated by Easyjet, TUI Airways, Icelandair, British Airways, Jet2, Vueling Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Cityjet, and Norwegian International. Budget airlines like Easyjet, Jet2, and Vueling Airlines keep base tickets affordable but require you to add baggage and seat assignments if you want them, while network carriers such as Icelandair and British Airways include those amenities in their standard pricing.

Touching down at Keflavik International after dark means you will rely more heavily on pre-booked transfers or shuttle services, since public transit options become limited once the evening rush passes. The airport sits well outside the city centre, so you should allow extra time to clear customs and collect your bags before heading into town. Once you exit the terminal, you will find clear signage directing you to ground transport, and the drive to Reykjavik itself remains a straightforward journey under normal conditions.

Currency

ISK (kr)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Icelandic

Emergency number

112

Driving side

right

Calling code

+354

Internet domain

.is

EU / Schengen

Schengen area

Population of Reykjavik

23 k (2023)

Time zone

UTC+00 (Atlantic/Reykjavik)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm whether you are departing from Manchester International, since that is the only commercial airport in the city.
• Verify how your chosen fare handles checked bags, as budget tickets usually require an extra payment at checkout.
• Review the entry requirements for Iceland, including passport validity and any seasonal travel permits.
• Double check that your connecting flights, if you book separate tickets, allow enough time to clear immigration and recheck luggage.
• Pack layers for unpredictable weather, since conditions shift quickly between coastal and inland areas.