On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Basel — Reykjavik route. The distance between the cities is 2569 km, with approximately 3 flights per week.
Flights are operated by airlines U2 and DS. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and checking the information on how to get to Basel airport and how to get from the airport to Reykjavik city center in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Basel — Reykjavik by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $85 in F, and the most expensive are around $236 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Basel → Reykjavik, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $217 | low | May | $256 | medium | Sep | $268 | medium |
| Feb | $217 | low | Jun | $294 | high | Oct | $243 | low |
| Mar | $230 | low | Jul | $332 | high | Nov | $217 | low |
| Apr | $243 | low | Aug | $319 | high | Dec | $307 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Iceland is changeable: the warmest month is July with an average temperature of 13.6°C, and the coldest is January, when the thermometer drops to -4.9°C. Precipitation peaks in September, reaching 141.86 mm.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in September and starts $117. Prices are expectedly higher in the summer: in July, tickets start $143, and in August — $119.
August is considered the optimal time for booking, offering a balance between moderate prices and relatively dry weather. It's best to avoid winter months with frequent frosts unless your goal is specific winter tourism.
Two main airlines operate on the flight route from Basel to Reykjavik: easyJet (U2) and easyJet Switzerland (DS). A total of about 3 flights per week are operated, providing regular connections between Switzerland and Iceland. You can find detailed information about departure times, specific days of the week, and route options in the interactive schedule below by clicking on the card of the carrier you are interested in.
Flights Basel — Reykjavik depart from EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg and EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive at Keflavik International Airport and Reykjavik Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 3 hours, as the distance between the cities is 2569 km.
Regular flights are operated by the carriers easyJet (U2) and easyJet Switzerland (DS).
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on demand. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
Flights from Basel arrive at airports serving Reykjavik (code REK), Iceland's main international aviation hub.
It is recommended to book your flight in advance and monitor prices for several weeks, making a purchase when a favorable seasonal fare is reached.
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