Check in information
We are located on the Reykjanes peninsula about 40 kilometers from Reykjavík City Centre. There are some long term and short term parking options outsite the terminal building. Comfort parking is marked P1 and is positioned right outside the departure hall. Standard parking is marked P3 and is our cheapest option and our Premium parking sercvice is our nicest option. You can use short term parking to drop off or pick up a passenger.
For a relaxed experience, please arrive at the airport 2.5 to 3 hours before your flight. You can save time by checking in via your airline's website or use one of our self check-In kiosks that are conveniently located in our check-in hall and are available 24/7. You can also use our check-in desks where our friendly staff can assist you with your check-in and luggage.
Start by scanning your boarding pass at the automatic gate. If you have liquid or prohibited items in your carry on you can use our designated area to dispose of it before you reach security.
Please familiarize yourself with security regulations before your journey.
Duty Free Iceland operates three stores within Keflavík International Airport. Our main categories are: Icelandic and international cosmetics, sweets, tobacco, wine & and spirits. Everything is tax and duty-free.
Keflavík Airport offers a variety of restaurants and bars at tax and duty-free prices.
Here are some highlights: Bakað: Pizzas, sandwiches, pastries, and healthy juices,Hjá Höllu: Wood oven pizza restaurant, Jómfrúin: Danish Smørrebrød, Sbarro: Freshly baked pizzas, pasta, and breakfast and many more. Remember to enjoy a meal while waiting for your flight.
Everything at Keflavik Airport is tax and duty-free. Enjoy duty-free shopping and thus making it much more affordable. Save on products like alcohol, cosmetics, and electronics. Some of the shops at KEF offer authentic Icelandic goods, including clothing, skincare products, and handicrafts. These make for memorable souvenirs or gifts. If you have a layover, shopping can be an enjoyable way to pass the time. Explore the shops, try local treats, and discover unique items - at a better price.
You can see your gate in time for boarding on one of our many flight information screens. There are large screens in our shopping area where you can get information on your flight and your gate. When it is time you will see the number of your gate and when and where to board. Our A and C gates are for flights within the Schengen area whereas D gates are for non-Schengen (flights to USA and UK for example).
You are now about to leave. You are probably sitting inside the airplane lost in your own thoughts. We hope you have safe travels. See you soon!