| Option | Time | Good for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus transfer (Destination Blue Lagoon) | Schedules designed around flights | Visitors without a car | Can be added to a booking; round trips from Keflavík and Reykjavík |
| One-way transfer, GetYourGuide | About 50 minutes from Reykjavík | Arrival or departure day | Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2,274 reviews, from €27 on 6 November 2026 |
| Rental car | 49 km, about 50 minutes | A flexible day | Free parking at the lagoon |
| Taxi | Same road | Small groups | Mentioned as an option by the lagoon |
The route
The lagoon sits on the Reykjanes Peninsula, on Highway 43 just off Route 41, the main road linking Reykjavík and the airport. The roads are paved and regularly maintained, and snow is cleared in winter as needed; check road.is. The nearest town is Grindavík, 6 km and 5 minutes away.
Airport day
Between flight and city, the lagoon works as a stop: luggage can be left in a dedicated store by the parking lot. Destination Blue Lagoon says its schedules are built around flight arrivals and departures where possible, so you can travel from the airport to the lagoon and on to Reykjavík afterward, or do the reverse before flying home. The Flybus to the city is covered in Keflavik airport to Reykjavik, and the other airport options in Iceland airport transfer.
Tickets and hours
Pre-booking is essential. Comfort starts at EUR 95 per person, Premium at EUR 117, Signature at EUR 146 and Lagoon and Lava, with a two-course meal, at EUR 168. Hours: June 1 to 14, 08:00 to 22:00; June 15 to August 20, 07:00 to 23:00; August 21 to December 31, 08:00 to 22:00; January 1 to May 31, 08:00 to 20:00. Guests are asked to leave the water 30 minutes before closing. Water temperature is 37 to 42 °C. Read Blue Lagoon tickets for the choice between them and Sky Lagoon for the city alternative.
What the ticket gives you
Every admission includes the Blue Lagoon, unlimited use of the steam bath, sauna and colder lagoon, a Silica Mud Mask at the Mask Bar, a towel, a private locker and shower products. Comfort adds one non-alcoholic drink; Premium adds a bathrobe, a drink at the in-water bar, two more masks and a Silica Mud Mask to take home; Signature adds a second drink and Skin Science products valued at EUR 103. The Retreat Spa, five hours with a private changing room for two and access to the Retreat Lagoon, starts at EUR 579 per changing room. The lagoon covers about 8,700 square metres and is up to 1.3 m deep.
Which transfer to pick
A bus transfer fits the arrival or departure day because its schedule follows flights; a rental car fits a day from the city. The opening hours matter for both: high summer opens at 07:00. Compare with the other ways to get around. If you stay overnight, the hotels at the lagoon remove the transfer.
Mistakes to avoid
- Arriving without a booking: pre-booking is essential.
- Staying in the water until closing: guests exit 30 minutes before.
- Leaving luggage in the car; use the store by the parking lot.
- Forgetting road conditions in winter.
FAQ
How far is the Blue Lagoon from Reykjavík?
49 km, about 50 minutes by car.
How far is it from the airport?
21 km, about 15 minutes by car.
Is parking free?
Yes, with convenient access for cars and buses.
Is there luggage storage?
Yes, by the parking lot.
The Iceland Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
