Fly private between Akureyri and Reykjavik from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Akureyri (AEY) to Reykjavik (RKV), and from Reykjavik (RKV) back to Akureyri (AEY).
The straight-line distance between Akureyri and Reykjavik is about 249 km (155 miles), or 135 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Akureyri–Reykjavik spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 52 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 45 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 44 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 43 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Akureyri and Reykjavik are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Akureyri, Iceland: Akureyri International Airport, Húsavík Airport and Sauðárkrókur Airport.
Reykjavik, Iceland: Reykjavík Domestic Airport and Keflavik International Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Akureyri: Akureyri (AEY); Reykjavik: Reykjavík (RKV).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akureyri → Reykjavik | 9 | 39 min | 37 min | Beech Super King Air (8) |
| Reykjavik → Akureyri | 15 | 37 min | — | Beech Super King Air (12) |
24 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Akureyri International Airport | Reykjavík Domestic Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | BIAR / AEY | BIRK / RKV |
| Longest hard runway | 8,858 ft | 5,138 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 6 ft | 48 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,638 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,488 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,138 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,388 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,938 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,868 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,238 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,098 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,138 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,588 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,638 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,668 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,938 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,168 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,638 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,388 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,860 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,338 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 938 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,588 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 438 ft short |
4,600 km 4,288 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 208 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,614 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 238 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,088 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 446 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,908 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 302 ft short |
7,400 km 7,088 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 162 ft short |
7,800 km 7,488 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 348 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,088 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 862 ft short |
14,260 km 13,948 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 662 ft short |
11,112 km 10,800 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 862 ft short |
12,960 km 12,648 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 338 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,633 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Húsavík Airport (5,266 ft, 44 km) · Sauðárkrókur Airport (6,191 ft, 69 km) · Mývatn Airport (3,461 ft, 53 km) · Siglufjörður Airport (3,556 ft, 66 km) · Keflavik International Airport (10,056 ft, 36 km) · Sandskeið Airport (2,578 ft, 19 km) · Selfoss Airport · Forsæti Airport
Our team responds to Akureyri–Reykjavik quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Akureyri–Reykjavik sector leaves when you do.
Those 54 min are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Akureyri and Reykjavik.
Akureyri–Reykjavik is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 54 min gate to gate across the 249 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Akureyri–Reykjavik departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Akureyri–Reykjavik charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Reykjavik to Akureyri runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
