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 $ 839 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 718 (in october) and $ 1001 (in december), which is a saving of $ 121 or a surplus of $ 163 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all the prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $645 to $699 and that it is generally more economical to leave on a tuesday and return on a tuesday on a direct flight.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Iceland (Reykjavík) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 35741 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Iceland (Reykjavík) from Vancouver and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in october, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 718, saving $ 121 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 839). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 1001).
Flight Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 656 | $ 804 | fair price |
| February | $ 633 | $ 763 | good price |
| March | $ 762 | $ 947 | high price |
| April | $ 662 | $ 795 | fair price |
| May | $ 680 | $ 797 | fair price |
| June | $ 651 | $ 777 | fair price |
| July | $ 762 | $ 978 | high price |
| August | $ 715 | $ 886 | fair price |
| September | $ 653 | $ 764 | good price |
| October | $ 633 | $ 718 the cheapest | very good price |
| November | $ 706 | $ 830 | fair price |
| December | $ 774 | $ 1001 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 $484 to $1344. 4% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $484 to $538), 1% at the maximum price (from $1290 to $1344). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $645 to $699 (15% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Vancouver->Iceland flight
There are 10 companies that serve Vancouver from Iceland (Reykjavík) airport: Icelandair, Air Canada, WestJet, flair airlines, Kish Airline, United, Alaska Airlines, Lufthansa, Porter Airlines and Swoop.
Data analysis:
Of the 35741 flights analyzed in previous years, Icelandair was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (39% 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 direct flight (saving an average of $ 7.5 compared to a flight with one or more layovers).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík) flights departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $53. 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 $76. Conversely, departing from Iceland (Reykjavík) on a saturday may cost you an additional $57.
Top prices Vancouver-Iceland (Reykjavík)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 19-05 to 23-05-2024 | $ 499 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 21-05 to 28-05-2024 | $ 498 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 24-05 to 28-05-2024 | $ 511 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 01-06 to 10-06-2024 | $ 499 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 03-06 to 11-06-2024 | $ 540 | layover flight with flair airlines |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 05-06 to 22-06-2024 | $ 548 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 15-06 to 22-06-2024 | $ 536 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 18-06 to 24-06-2024 | $ 503 | layover flight with flair airlines |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 15-09 to 19-09-2024 | $ 528 | layover flight with WestJet |
| Vancouver → Reykjavík | 18-09 to 28-09-2024 | $ 542 | layover flight with WestJet |
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 6 to 7 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 6 to 7 months before departure (it is then on average 729 $, which is a saving of 110 $ 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 (167 $ 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: 704 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 729), 4 to 5 months ($ 792) |
| February | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 690 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 739), 2 to 3 months ($ 732), 3 to 4 months ($ 756), 4 to 5 months ($ 734), 5 to 6 months ($ 709), 6 to 7 months ($ 707), 7 to 8 months ($ 750), 8 to 9 months ($ 705) |
| March | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 762 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 870), 3 to 4 months ($ 813), 4 to 5 months ($ 813), 5 to 6 months ($ 827), 6 to 7 months ($ 857), 10 to 11 months ($ 773) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 644 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 718), 4 to 5 months ($ 646), 6 to 7 months ($ 742), 7 to 8 months ($ 704) |
| May | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 730 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 738), 3 to 4 months ($ 761), 4 to 5 months ($ 742), 5 to 6 months ($ 739), 6 to 7 months ($ 744), 8 to 9 months ($ 730) |
| June | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 692 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 733), 3 to 4 months ($ 698), 4 to 5 months ($ 699), 5 to 6 months ($ 706), 7 to 8 months ($ 772), 8 to 9 months ($ 749), 9 to 10 months ($ 702), 10 to 11 months ($ 710) |
| July | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 762 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 853), 4 to 5 months ($ 839), 5 to 6 months ($ 825), 6 to 7 months ($ 776), 7 to 8 months ($ 786), 9 to 10 months ($ 831), 10 to 11 months ($ 783), 11 to 12 months ($ 872) |
| August | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 704 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 838), 4 to 5 months ($ 798), 5 to 6 months ($ 768), 6 to 7 months ($ 798), 7 to 8 months ($ 737), 9 to 10 months ($ 770), 10 to 11 months ($ 779) |
| September | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 665 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 757), 3 to 4 months ($ 733), 4 to 5 months ($ 714), 5 to 6 months ($ 694), 6 to 7 months ($ 684), 7 to 8 months ($ 726), 8 to 9 months ($ 671), 10 to 11 months ($ 692) |
| October | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 622 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 676), 4 to 5 months ($ 659), 5 to 6 months ($ 637), 6 to 7 months ($ 651), 8 to 9 months ($ 712), 9 to 10 months ($ 668), 10 to 11 months ($ 644) |
| November | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 740 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 782), 2 to 3 months ($ 786), 3 to 4 months ($ 819), 6 to 7 months ($ 758), 8 to 9 months ($ 783), 9 to 10 months ($ 824) |
| December | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 831 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 987), 5 to 6 months ($ 933), 6 to 7 months ($ 848), 8 to 9 months ($ 858), 9 to 10 months ($ 889), 10 to 11 months ($ 939) |
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 $8. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $8 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 819 $473 to $1327 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 683 $499 to $1245 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 839 $604 to $1442 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 790 $581 to $1446 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 648 $473 to $833 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 694 $564 to $954 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 788 $671 to $1196 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 817 $717 to $1016 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 850 $716 to $926 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 774 $690 to $880 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 793 $677 to $959 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 725 $658 to $858 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, july, august, september, october, november, december, march and april are cheaper to travel to Iceland (Reykjavík). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!