Reykjavik Airport Transfer Guide (2026) - All Options & Tips
Plan your Reykjavik arrival stress-free with reliable airport transfer options, good for connecting to hotels and exploring Iceland's lively capital.
Helpful Tips
Buy a Reykjavik City Card at Hlemmur bus terminal for unlimited Strætó buses plus museum entry.
Download the Strætó app to buy single tickets and track buses in real time.
Airport Express coaches pick up at BSI terminal and cost roughly half the price of a taxi.
Route 15 from Hlemmur passes most downtown hotels and runs until after midnight.
Common Scams to Avoid
Taxis waiting just outside the terminal sometimes quote inflated flat rates instead of using the meter, for rides to downtown Reykjavik. Ask the driver to use the meter or pre-book via the airport's official taxi kiosk inside the arrivals hall.
Private car drivers inside the terminal approach arriving passengers claiming to be cheaper than taxis, then charge far more once the ride begins. Politely decline any unsolicited offers and use the clearly marked taxi queue or pre-arranged transport.
Currency-exchange kiosks in the arrivals area advertise "no commission" but bury a poor exchange rate in the fine print, costing travelers more than ATMs or banks. Withdraw Icelandic króna from an ATM or exchange a small amount at a downtown bank instead.