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KEF Keflavik International Airport
Keflavik International Airport (IATA: KEF, ICAO:BIKF) is located in the the city of Reykjavik, Iceland. Phone Number :+3544256000

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IATA Code

KEF

ICAO Code

BIKF

Name

Keflavik International Airport

Type

Country / Region

Iceland (IS)

City

Reykjavik

Latitude

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Longitude

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Time Zone

Phone Number

+3544256000

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Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

ICAO: BIKF | International gateway for Iceland | Serving Reykjavik and the wider Icelandic market

Keflavik International Airport is Iceland’s principal international airport and the main gateway for air transport to and from the country. It is located approximately 3.1 km west of Keflavik and about 50 km southwest of Reykjavik. From an air-freight perspective, its value is closely linked to Iceland’s position between Europe and North America, making it a practical entry, exit and transshipment point when scheduled passenger-belly capacity, freighter availability and onward ground transport are confirmed for the shipment.

Airport name	Keflavik International Airport
Country / city	Iceland / Reykjavik
Airport codes	IATA: KEF \| ICAO: BIKF
Runway reference	Three runways are reported in the supplied airport data, with two normally in use; two runways are described as approximately 3,000 m long and 60 m wide.
Airport contact	+354 425 6000

Runway and airport-reference information is based on the supplied airport data; operational status must be reconfirmed before booking.

Key Highlights

Transatlantic positioningThe airport supports international Europe–North America movements, subject to seasonal schedules, aircraft rotations and available cargo capacity.

Passenger-belly-led capacityMany consignments may depend on belly capacity rather than a dedicated freighter network, so space confirmation is essential.

Remote logistics geographyShipments for Reykjavik and other regions require planned airport collection, customs release and domestic road delivery.

Weather-sensitive operationsWind, snow, volcanic activity and other North Atlantic conditions can affect flight operation and trucking connections.

Wide-body capabilityThe supplied airport description identifies long, wide runways capable of accommodating large aircraft; aircraft acceptance remains carrier- and operation-specific.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Our service team treats Keflavik International Airport as an international airport requiring shipment-specific confirmation of handling, storage and customs arrangements. Facilities and acceptance rules can vary by handling agent, airline and cargo type.

Export and import handling: We coordinate airline booking, warehouse handover, document checks, security processing and release instructions through the appointed handling chain.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Cold-chain availability, acceptance windows, cool-room access and recovery procedures must be confirmed before booking pharmaceuticals, seafood or other perishables.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the airline, handling agent, packing instruction, quantity, state of the goods and available qualified staff. Pre-approval is required.
Customs-controlled cargo: Import, export, transit and temporary-admission arrangements should be agreed with the Icelandic customs broker before cargo reaches the airport.
Special handling: Oversized cargo, live animals, valuable cargo and aircraft-on-ground shipments require an individual feasibility check for equipment, security, uplift and delivery access.

Routes & Logistics Transit Planning

Our team normally evaluates Europe and North America as the primary air-routing directions, using direct uplift where available or an airline-approved connection through a European or North American gateway.
Carrier selection depends on origin, destination, aircraft type, available belly or freighter capacity, commodity restrictions and the required delivery point. Named airline and flight options should be confirmed at quotation stage.
Transit time is affected by schedule frequency, transfer-point handling, customs status, weekend and holiday operations, weather disruption, security screening and onward road delivery from the airport.
For urgent shipments, we compare the fastest confirmed airport-to-airport option with a more resilient routing that provides additional connection or trucking alternatives.

No fixed transit time or permanent route coverage should be assumed; our service team confirms the live routing, cut-off and connection plan against the booking date.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Reykjavik and the broader Icelandic market, with final delivery commonly requiring controlled road transport beyond the airport area.
Seafood and perishables: Chilled or frozen seafood and other temperature-sensitive products require verified packaging, temperature instructions, acceptance timing and a documented recovery plan.
Industrial and energy-related cargo: Machinery, maintenance parts, electrical components and project spares may require dimensions, gross weight, lifting points and special equipment review.
Express and general cargo: Documents, replacement parts, consumer goods, apparel and e-commerce consignments are generally assessed according to security, customs and airline acceptance rules.
Life-science and sensitive goods: Pharmaceuticals, laboratory materials and biological products require shipment-specific temperature, packaging, declaration and delivery controls.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline and handling-agent acceptance deadlines can be earlier than the published departure time. Our team confirms the warehouse cut-off, truck arrival slot and document deadline separately.
Accurate shipment data: The commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, HS classification, shipper and consignee details must match the physical cargo. Missing or inconsistent data can delay customs release or airline acceptance.
Dangerous goods and batteries: Lithium batteries, chemicals, aerosols, dry ice and other regulated articles require correct classification, marking, packing, labels and declarations under the applicable airline and international rules.
Inspection and delivery: Customs examination, security screening, weather disruption or limited local delivery capacity may extend the handling cycle. We arrange broker coordination and final-mile confirmation before release.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the commodity description, HS code, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, ready time, temperature range and final delivery address before requesting a firm routing.
Reserve capacity early for seafood, pharmaceuticals, dangerous goods, oversized pieces and urgent spare parts, particularly around seasonal peaks and weather-sensitive periods.
Use moisture-resistant, stackable packaging suitable for aircraft and road handling. For chilled or frozen cargo, specify the required temperature range and acceptable exposure limits.
Prepare a contingency plan covering an alternate European or North American gateway, additional trucking, customs transit and rebooking authority when the shipment is time-critical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Keflavik International Airport handle international export and import cargo?

Yes, it is Iceland’s main international air transport gateway. The precise acceptance route, handling agent, customs procedure and available capacity depend on the airline, commodity and booking date. Our team verifies these points before issuing final shipping instructions.

Is a direct flight always available for cargo moving through Keflavik International Airport?

No. Direct uplift and cargo space vary by season, airline schedule, aircraft configuration and destination. We compare confirmed direct options with approved connecting routings rather than assuming permanent service.

What should be checked before sending temperature-controlled goods?

Confirm the required temperature range, packaging qualification, coolant or dry-ice details, acceptance window, storage capability, handling-agent procedures and final-mile delivery plan. Booking is subject to airline and warehouse approval.

Are dangerous goods accepted at Keflavik International Airport?

Acceptance is possible only when the selected airline and handling chain approve the shipment. The shipper must provide the correct classification, packing, labels and declaration, with special review for lithium batteries, dry ice and restricted chemicals.

How can our team reduce delays for Reykjavik delivery?

Provide complete customs documents before uplift, nominate the broker early, confirm the consignee’s receiving hours and reserve post-arrival trucking. Weather and inspection contingencies should be included for urgent shipments.

Data Sources & Provenance

Primary airport reference: The supplied airport dataset provides the airport name, IATA and ICAO identifiers, country and city association, location description, runway reference, telephone number and historical passenger statement.

Airport and infrastructure verification: Current airport information should be checked against kefairport.is and the airport operator’s information at isavia.is.

Industry reference: Airline cargo acceptance, air waybill, handling and international air-transport terminology can be cross-checked through iata.org and icao.int.

Customs verification: Import, export, transit and declaration requirements should be confirmed with Icelandic Customs through skatturinn.is.

Schedules, handling arrangements, operating runways, cut-offs, cargo acceptance, customs procedures and service availability are time-sensitive. Our service team verifies live operational details with the airline, handling agent, broker and consignee before confirming a shipment.