KEF - Keflavik International Airport
Keflavik, Iceland
IATA Code: KEF · Keflavik, Iceland
The airport code KEF is the IATA identifier for Keflavik International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Keflavik Airport (KEF).
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) serves Keflavik, Iceland, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
KEF is the IATA airport code for Keflavik International Airport, located in Keflavik, Iceland. The airport is situated at coordinates 63.9850°N, 22.6056°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- KEF
- City
- Keflavik
- Country
- Iceland
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Reykjavik
- Latitude
- 63.9850°
- Longitude
- -22.6056°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KEF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| RKV - Reykjavik | 36 km | $555 | $1/passenger |
| GUU - Grundarfjordur | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| VEY - Vestmannaeyjar | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| PFJ - Patreksfjordur | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| BIU - Bildudalur | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| GJR - Gjogur | 231 km | $3,564 | $7/passenger |
| IFJ - Isafjordur | 232 km | $3,579 | $7/passenger |
| SAK - Saudarkrokur | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| AEY - Akureyri | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| SIJ - Siglufjordur | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| HZK - Husavik | 327 km | $5,045 | $10/passenger |
| MVA - Myvatn | 327 km | $5,045 | $10/passenger |
| GRY - Grímsey | 356 km | $5,492 | $11/passenger |
| HFN - Hofn | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| VPN - Vopnafjörður | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| EGS - Egilsstadir | 416 km | $6,418 | $13/passenger |
| THO - Thorshofn | 421 km | $6,495 | $13/passenger |
| NOR - Nordfjordur | 442 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 724 km | $11,170 | $22/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 751 km | $11,586 | $23/passenger |
| FAE - Vagar | 800 km | $12,342 | $25/passenger |
| SYY - Stornoway | 1,080 km | $16,662 | $33/passenger |
| BEB - Benbecula | 1,095 km | $16,894 | $34/passenger |
| BRR - Barra | 1,130 km | $17,434 | $35/passenger |
| WRY - Westray | 1,152 km | $17,773 | $36/passenger |
| PPW - Papa Westray | 1,154 km | $17,804 | $36/passenger |
| SCS - Scatsta | 1,167 km | $18,004 | $36/passenger |
| EOI - Eday | 1,170 km | $18,051 | $36/passenger |
| UNT - Unst | 1,171 km | $18,066 | $36/passenger |
| NRL - North Ronaldsay | 1,175 km | $18,128 | $36/passenger |
| NDY - Sanday | 1,176 km | $18,143 | $36/passenger |
| KOI - Kirkwall | 1,179 km | $18,190 | $36/passenger |
| SOY - Stronsay | 1,179 km | $18,190 | $36/passenger |
| LWK - Lerwick | 1,182 km | $18,236 | $36/passenger |
| OUK - Outer Skerries | 1,193 km | $18,406 | $37/passenger |
| TRE - Tiree | 1,197 km | $18,467 | $37/passenger |
| LSI - Sumburgh | 1,198 km | $18,483 | $37/passenger |
| FIE - Fair Isle | 1,202 km | $18,544 | $37/passenger |
| UAK - Narssarssuaq | 1,203 km | $18,560 | $37/passenger |
| WIC - Wick | 1,205 km | $18,591 | $37/passenger |
| INV - Inverness | 1,229 km | $18,961 | $38/passenger |
| FSS - Kinloss | 1,242 km | $19,162 | $38/passenger |
| LLU - Alluitsup Paa | 1,245 km | $19,208 | $38/passenger |
| JNS - Narsaq | 1,245 km | $19,208 | $38/passenger |
| JNN - Nanortalik | 1,246 km | $19,223 | $38/passenger |
| LMO - Lossiemouth | 1,248 km | $19,254 | $39/passenger |
| QFG - Eqalugaarsuit | 1,253 km | $19,331 | $39/passenger |
| JJU - Qaqortoq | 1,254 km | $19,347 | $39/passenger |
| OBN - North Connel | 1,259 km | $19,424 | $39/passenger |
| CSA - Colonsay | 1,259 km | $19,424 | $39/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KEF Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from KEF
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Keflavik
Keflavik has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through KEF
KEF provides air connectivity for Keflavik, Iceland. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via KEF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Keflavik International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from KEF
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to KEF are RKV, GUU, VEY — consider these for potentially lower fares