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Keflavik International Airport

When you use Orbitz.com, it is easy to find flights from Reykjavik to virtually any international destination. The search engine accesses flight schedules and fares from many airlines at once, so you'll be sure to find the best deals available. Located about 49 km southwest of the city of Reykjavik at 235 Keflavikurflugvollur, the airport offers flights on the following airlines throughout the year:

• Icelandair
• Iceland Express
• EasyJet
• Air Iceland

During the summer months, service is offered by many additional airlines.

Parking at the Airport

If you drive to the airport, you will find a number of conveniently located parking lots. Short term parking fees are 3,600 ISK per day. Long-term parking is also available, with fees starting at 800 ISK per day. Discounts are available for those parking for extended periods of time. For convenience, parking fees can be paid at a machine inside the airport upon your return to Reykjavik, or when driving out of the parking facility.

Traveling to the Airport

Two bus companies offer service to the airport: Airport Express and Flybus. It is worth making reservations for these services in advance to confirm the bus departure time and to ensure arrival at the airport with enough time to spare before your flight. Taxi service is another option, but fares may be high due to the distance.

Amenities at the Airport

Once you drop your bags off and receive your boarding pass, you may have time to relax at the airport before your flight and have a meal or a light snack at one of the airport's restaurants. Most of the restaurants are on the second floor of the airport terminal. Panorama Bar is a good choice if you are looking for a drink or two to relax. Another good choice is Kaffitar, which serves a variety of beverages like coffee and juice, along with snack items like baked goods. Individuals who will be taking flights from Reykjavik International Airport will find good deals when using Orbitz.com to find their air tickets.

New York Airport Information

There are two major airports, John F. Kennedy International (JFK) and LaGuardia, that service travelers flying into New York City. When you use Orbitz.com to book your flights to New York, you will be able to choose from almost every major domestic and international air passenger carrier. LaGuardia Airport is roughly nine miles east of Manhattan, while JFK is almost 20 miles to the southeast. If you can't find the flight that you want, you can also fly into Newark International Airport, roughly 19 miles northeast of Manhattan.

Ground Transportation in New York

New York has plenty of public transportation, so getting around should be fairly easy. If you fly into LaGuardia, you will have to take a taxi, bus, or shared van for at least a portion of the trip, because there is no rail or subway service from the airport. Expect a cab ride from LaGuardia to Manhattan to cost anywhere from $20 to $40. Although JFK is further from the city, you can hop on the AirTrain, which will take you to the subway or the Long Island Railroad. If you choose to take a cab from JFK into Manhattan, expect to pay $45 or more for the ride. You will also be responsible for any tolls that are incurred during the trip. If you use Orbitz.com to book your hotel, you may be able to find one that offers free shuttle service to and from the airport.

New York Area Weather Information

New York tends to be cold in the winter, wet in the spring and humid in the summer. Winter temperatures fluctuate between the 20s and 30s, while summer temperatures can soar to the 90s. New York City averages 27 inches of snow each winter, so be sure to pack your parka and snow boots if you plan to be there between November and February. Use the Orbitz.com travel planner to put together your itinerary and choose a temperate time to visit the city.

What to Do in New York

New York City is an urban adventurer's paradise. From the theaters on Broadway to the lights in Times Square, there is are activities for all ages. Go skating in Central Park, take a horse-and-buggy ride around Central Park South or go shopping on Fifth Avenue. Although New York is home to some of the finest restaurants on the east coast, don't forget to try the rich variety of street foods that are available. Enjoy your time in the city, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you are looking for budget flights to New York.