Is Flybus Airport Transfer Worth It? What to Expect

For arriving passengers in Iceland, sourcing a reliable transfer from Keflavik Airport to downtown Reykjavik is a top priority. It needs to be comfortable, particularly if you’ve just come off a long, cramped flight. It needs to be easy to find in what’s most probably going to be an unfamiliar airport. Most crucially, you want to be sure that the bus will wait if your flight is delayed. You’ll also feel reassured if you can get the booking sorted before you leave home. In these respects, our Flybus airport transfer ticks a lot of boxes – let’s discover why.

What is the Flybus Airport Transfer?

Flybus is one of Iceland's longest-running airport transfer services and we designed it specifically for international arrivals. These comfortable coaches offer a direct transfer service between Keflavík Airport and the BSI terminal in the heart of Reykjavik city. With frequent daily departures you’ll be on your way quickly without wasting precious holiday time.

Flybus is a smart choice even if you have a very early or late arrival

We’ve tailored our schedule so that the Flybus airport transfer connects with every arriving commercial flight, no matter which airline you have chosen. Plenty of flights get in first thing in the morning or around midnight, and if you’re booked on one of them you’ll want to be certain that there’s a connecting bus too. Flybus operates year-round and it’s good value too.

At the BSI terminal, you can choose to add on a convenient hotel shuttle with us or finish your journey on foot, by city bus or by taxi. You can find the nearest stop to your accommodation if you check out our Flybus stops Reykjavik guide. Little wonder that travellers of all types – solos, couples and families – are happy to recommend Flybus. Even if you plan to rent a car to venture beyond Reykjavik, there’s much to recommend holding off for a few days until you’ve seen what the Icelandic capital has to offer.

What Happens If Your Flight Is Delayed?

If your flight is delayed, it can be a stressful time. But you won’t be the first passenger to show up late to Iceland or find that they step out of the baggage hall later than expected. In some countries, airport transfer buses operate on a timed departure basis, meaning that you have to guess which one you’ll be able to catch and face the hassle of rebooking if you rock up after it’s departed.

Not so in Iceland, where the Flybus operates on a first available basis. Our operations team constantly monitors inbound flight arrivals, so we’ll know – just like you – if you’re delayed. Rest assured you’ll be accommodated and won’t be left stranded at the airport, so there’s no need to panic if your plans change unexpectedly.

When you do arrive – on time or not – all you need to do is follow the Flybus signs as you exit the airport and show waiting staff your booking confirmation at the bus stop. They’ll give you the nod to load your luggage, climb on board and settle in for your first experience of Iceland’s incredible scenery.

Sound simple? That’s because it is. In fact, we’d go as far as saying that one of the reasons travellers choose Flybus is the confidence that we’ll be waiting for them when they land.

Is Flybus Comfortable After a Long Flight?

One of the things you’ll notice as soon as you board is that significant thought has been given to comfort. Although it’s just a 40 minute or 45 minute journey on average from Keflavik Airport to the city centre, you’ll benefit from Flybus’ spacious and comfortable seating. In winter, the coaches are heated, so even if it’s cold outside, you’ll be toasty and warm for the duration of your ride.

Ample luggage storage under the coach means that all the big suitcases, backpacks and carry-on bags are safely stored out of the way. Read our luggage allowance guide for more information, especially if you are bringing oversized items. You’ll just need to bring your personal items and valuables on board with you, just as you would when travelling anywhere. It really is a stress-free alternative to driving yourself to downtown Reykjavik or an easy option if you’re travelling with children.

What Travellers Usually Like About Flybus

You can read all about the Flybus in our Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik guide but for now let’s sum up what travellers tell us they like about using the Flybus airport transfer. First, it’s an easy airport pickup – no complicated procedures, just walk up and board. That doesn’t change if your flight’s delayed – we’re proud to be boringly predictable!

Also, you won’t have to stress about driving yourself on unfamiliar roads or finding somewhere to park while navigating Reykjavik’s city centre streets. Settling back for a comfortable ride with someone else at the wheel is a major plus.

For most visitors arriving at Keflavík Airport, Flybus provides a reliable, comfortable, and straightforward way to reach Reykjavík. If your main concerns are timing, convenience, and avoiding arrival-day stress, Flybus’ transfer service is designed specifically to make that part of your journey easy. For decades, travellers have entrusted their first journey in Iceland to us. Why not do the same?