Statistics on Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Iceland (Reykjavík) (from: Vancouver)
The average price to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Vancouver airport is $ 831 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 725 (in october) and $ 964 (in december), which is a saving of $ 106 or a surplus of $ 133 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $649 to $703 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 44663 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Vancouver and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in october, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 725, saving $ 106 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 831). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 964).
Flight Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 650 | $ 795 | fair price |
| February | $ 642 | $ 767 | fair price |
| March | $ 749 | $ 939 | high price |
| April | $ 669 | $ 801 | fair price |
| May | $ 683 | $ 803 | fair price |
| June | $ 635 | $ 772 | fair price |
| July | $ 736 | $ 953 | high price |
| August | $ 705 | $ 886 | fair price |
| September | $ 634 | $ 752 | good price |
| October | $ 640 | $ 725 the cheapest | very good price |
| November | $ 682 | $ 807 | fair price |
| December | $ 768 | $ 964 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Vancouver to Iceland (Reykjavík)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Vancouver to Iceland (Reykjavík) range from $432 to $1352. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $433 to $487), 1% at the maximum price (from $1298 to $1352). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $649 to $703 (17% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Vancouver->Iceland flight
There are 10 companies that serve Vancouver from Iceland (Reykjavík) airport: Icelandair, WestJet, Air Canada, flair airlines, Kish Airline, United, Alaska Airlines, Porter Airlines, Lufthansa and Swoop.
Data analysis:
Of the 44663 flights analyzed in previous years, Icelandair was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (41% of the time) on the Vancouver->Iceland route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík) flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 21 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $46. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $53.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Iceland (Reykjavík) to Vancouver departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $77. Conversely, departing from Iceland (Reykjavík) on a saturday may cost you an additional $55.
Top prices Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 24-11 to 29-11-2024 | $ 522 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 01-12 to 06-12-2024 | $ 524 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 07-12 to 11-12-2024 | $ 523 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 10-01 to 14-01-2025 | $ 515 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 11-01 to 15-01-2025 | $ 522 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 12-01 to 17-01-2025 | $ 523 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 01-02 to 08-02-2025 | $ 524 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 09-02 to 14-02-2025 | $ 524 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 02-03 to 10-03-2025 | $ 522 | direct flight with Icelandair |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 06-03 to 14-03-2025 | $ 542 | direct flight with Icelandair |
When to book your flight Vancouver - Iceland (Reykjavík) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 7 to 8 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Vancouver-Iceland flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a monday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Vancouver to Iceland (Reykjavík), it is recommended to buy it 7 to 8 months before departure (it is then on average 739 $, which is a saving of 92 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (153 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Vancouver to Iceland (Reykjavík) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 720 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 733), 4 to 5 months ($ 768), 6 to 7 months ($ 767) |
| February | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 702 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 743), 2 to 3 months ($ 737), 3 to 4 months ($ 760), 4 to 5 months ($ 731), 5 to 6 months ($ 720), 6 to 7 months ($ 731), 7 to 8 months ($ 743), 8 to 9 months ($ 753) |
| March | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 780 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 875), 3 to 4 months ($ 818), 4 to 5 months ($ 817), 5 to 6 months ($ 830), 6 to 7 months ($ 827), 8 to 9 months ($ 921), 9 to 10 months ($ 845), 10 to 11 months ($ 798) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 648 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 723), 4 to 5 months ($ 650), 6 to 7 months ($ 747), 7 to 8 months ($ 769), 8 to 9 months ($ 793) |
| May | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 733 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 742), 3 to 4 months ($ 766), 4 to 5 months ($ 746), 5 to 6 months ($ 743), 6 to 7 months ($ 747), 8 to 9 months ($ 740) |
| June | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 690 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 738), 3 to 4 months ($ 702), 4 to 5 months ($ 703), 5 to 6 months ($ 711), 6 to 7 months ($ 697), 8 to 9 months ($ 705), 10 to 11 months ($ 725), 11 to 12 months ($ 770) |
| July | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 738 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 858), 4 to 5 months ($ 844), 5 to 6 months ($ 830), 6 to 7 months ($ 781), 7 to 8 months ($ 791), 8 to 9 months ($ 767), 9 to 10 months ($ 757), 11 to 12 months ($ 831) |
| August | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 709 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 833), 3 to 4 months ($ 824), 4 to 5 months ($ 803), 5 to 6 months ($ 772), 6 to 7 months ($ 803), 7 to 8 months ($ 741), 9 to 10 months ($ 774), 10 to 11 months ($ 767) |
| September | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 669 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 722), 3 to 4 months ($ 685), 4 to 5 months ($ 703), 5 to 6 months ($ 698), 6 to 7 months ($ 688), 7 to 8 months ($ 730), 8 to 9 months ($ 675), 10 to 11 months ($ 697) |
| October | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 625 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 703), 3 to 4 months ($ 683), 4 to 5 months ($ 672), 5 to 6 months ($ 653), 6 to 7 months ($ 654), 8 to 9 months ($ 716), 9 to 10 months ($ 672), 10 to 11 months ($ 648) |
| November | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 744 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 764), 2 to 3 months ($ 747), 3 to 4 months ($ 791), 5 to 6 months ($ 790), 6 to 7 months ($ 766), 8 to 9 months ($ 787) |
| December | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 839 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 958), 5 to 6 months ($ 866), 6 to 7 months ($ 844), 8 to 9 months ($ 863), 9 to 10 months ($ 894), 10 to 11 months ($ 944) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, monday is the day when plane tickets for Vancouver->Iceland are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a monday, you will save $7. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $10 more.
Vancouver to Iceland (Reykjavík): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 734 $522 to $1018 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1076 $523 to $2073 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 617 $502 to $931 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 653 $484 to $1181 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 757 $519 to $1384 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 667 $630 to $780 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 734 $638 to $1455 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 684 $632 to $810 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 722 $637 to $1335 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 697 $639 to $893 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 688 $638 to $732 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, november, january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august and september are cheaper to travel to Iceland (Reykjavík). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!