Traveling from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is four hours ahead of Quebec, where Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your YQB to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
YQB is about 14 kilometers from central Quebec. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near YQB:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, 63.79% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to Reykjavik
AED 1,666 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik flight. Return plane tickets start from AED 1,981. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from YQB to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometers from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from YQB to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The center of Reykjavik is around 2 kilometers from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near RKV. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YQB to Reykjavik flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before scheduling your flights from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YQB to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport to Reykjavik, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Center and Nonni's House.
Vestmannaeyjar is another favorite destination in Iceland and is around 121 kilometers south-east of Reykjavik. No trip is complete without experiencing Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.
