Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (BIKF / KEF)
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BIKF airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- BIKF
- IATA code
- KEF
- City
- Reykjavik
- Region
- Southern Peninsula
- Country
- Iceland
- Elevation
- 171 ft (52 m)
- Time zone
- Atlantic/Reykjavik (UTC±0)
- Coordinates
- 63.9850° N, 22.6056° W
- Empty legs from
- 0
- Empty legs to
- 2
Weather & airport info BIKF
Current weather
Very poor visibility (LIFR)observed 03 Nov, 08:30 UTC- Wind
- 27 kt (50 km/h) from south (180°)
- Visibility
- 4 km
- Weather
- Light drizzle, light rain
- Clouds
- overcast at 400 ft
- Temperature
- 9 °C (dew point 9 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,013 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR BIKF 030830Z 18027KT 4000 -DZRA OVC004 09/09 Q1013
Forecast (TAF)
- 03 Nov, 09:00–09:00 UTC25 kt (46 km/h) from south-southeast (160°), gusts up to 35 kt · visibility 4 km · Light drizzle, mist · overcast at 500 ft
- 03 Nov, 09:00–10:00 UTCtemporarilyvisibility 1.5 km · Rain, drizzle, mist · overcast at 300 ft
- 03 Nov, 09:00–01:00 UTCbecoming15 kt (28 km/h) from west-southwest (240°) · visibility 10 km or more · Light rain showers · broken clouds at 1,800 ft, overcast at 2,500 ft
- 04 Nov, 01:00–09:00 UTCbecoming6 kt (11 km/h) from south (180°) · visibility 10 km or more · Light rain showers · broken clouds at 1,800 ft, overcast at 2,500 ft
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF BIKF 030754Z 0309/0409 16025G35KT 4000 -DZ BR OVC005 TX09/0309Z TN03/0405Z TEMPO 0309/0310 1500 RADZ BR OVC003 BECMG 0309/0311 24015KT 9999 -SHRA BKN018 OVC025 BECMG 0401/0403 18006KT
Airport
- Elevation
- 171 ft (52 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 09:18 / 17:09 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 3,065 m (10,056 ft) | asphalt | yes |
| 01/19 | 3,054 m (10,020 ft) | asphalt | yes |
Radio frequencies
- Approach: 119.3
- ATIS: 128.3
- Ground: 121.9
- Tower: 118.3
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map BIKF
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Closed per NOTAM: TWY K2* (* partly closed)
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
EUROCONTROL: nationale AIS-Websites →For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for BIKF(1)
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
- ClosedTaxiway: closedA1208/26· until 09 Dec, 18:00 UTC
Taxiway K2 between taxiway C and taxiway M is closed due to work in progress. This means this part of the taxiway system cannot be used.
Show original text
TWY K2 BTN TWY C AND TWY M CLSD DUE WIP
A1208/26 NOTAMR A1207/26 Q) BIRD/QMXLC/IV/BO /A /000/999/6359N02236W005 A) BIKF B) 2611020927 C) 2612091800 E) TWY K2 BTN TWY C AND TWY M CLSD DUE WIP
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Explanations and expanded abbreviations are generated automatically. The original text is authoritative. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Private jet traffic in Keflavik International Airport (last 30 days)
- Arrivals
- 145
- Departures
- 114
- Different jets
- 112
Most frequent origins: Paris-Le Bourget Airport (6), Nuremberg Airport (5), Farnborough Airport (4), Bangor International Airport (4), Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (3).
Most frequent destinations: Bangor International Airport (4), Laurence G Hanscom Field (3), Reykjavik Airport (3).
Most common aircraft types: Bombardier Challenger 600/650 (52), Learjet 45 (23), Learjet 40 (20), Hawker 800/900 (12), Dassault Falcon 2000 (11).
Monday is the busiest day.
Our own analysis of public ADS-B signals from business jets. Not every flight is received, and jets with a removal request are excluded.
Charter operators based here
Operators with a base at this airport.
- Air Atlanta IcelandicHeavy jet
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Map: Reykjavik Airport
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About the airport
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BIKF airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Reykjavik airport (BIKF) today?
There is currently 1 valid NOTAM for Reykjavik (BIKF). Affected: Taxiway: closed. For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Reykjavik airport (BIKF)?
According to the latest weather report for BIKF (METAR, 03 Nov, 08:30 UTC): Very poor visibility (LIFR). Wind 27 kt (50 km/h) from south (180°), visibility 4 km, temperature 9 °C (dew point 9 °C). Light drizzle, light rain. For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Reykjavik airport (BIKF)?
Reykjavik (BIKF) has 2 runways: runway 10/28 with 3,065 m (10,056 ft), asphalt and runway 01/19 with 3,054 m (10,020 ft), asphalt. The longest is 3,065 m.
What are the radio frequencies at Reykjavik airport (BIKF)?
Frequencies at BIKF: Tower 118.3 MHz, Ground 121.9 MHz and ATIS 128.3 MHz. For information only. Always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Keflavik International Airport?
The ICAO code is BIKF and the IATA code is KEF. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of BIKF airport?
Keflavik International Airport sits at 171 ft (52 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Atlantic/Reykjavik.
Can I fly to BIKF by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Keflavik International Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to BIKF?
There are currently 0 empty legs departing from and 2 arriving at Keflavik International Airport. Empty legs are repositioning flights at heavily reduced prices; the list is updated several times a day.