What is the tower frequency at BIKF?

The tower frequency at Keflavik is 118.3 MHz.

Does BIKF require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Keflavik (Iceland).

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Keflavik

Keflavik (BIKF/KEF) serves Keflavik, Iceland. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (01/19, 10/28). Field elevation is 171 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: BIKF
Name: Keflavik
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 63.985001
Longitude: -22.6056
Elevation: 171 ft
Country: Iceland
Municipality: Keflavik
IATA Code: KEF
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Atlantic/Reykjavik
Distance from City: 2.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 10020 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 10/28

Designation: 10/28
Dimensions: 10056 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 128.300 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.isavia.is/en/keflavik-airport
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Weight-based, approx ISK 500-900 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: ISK 80-160 per tonne per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: ISK
Remarks: Isavia published tariff. Keflavik International. Iceland's main international gateway. Icelandair hub.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Approx EUR 0.85/L equivalent. Skeljungur/N1 supply. Remote location premium.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen port of entry (Iceland in Schengen via EEA). Icelandic police on-site. API required for flights from outside Schengen. Major transatlantic stopover point.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: 24h operation. No curfew. No noise restrictions (remote location). Two runways (01/19, 10/28). Weather (wind, volcanic ash) can be significant operational factor. NATO base co-located.

Alternates

BIRK

ICAO: BIRK
Name: Reykjavik
Distance (NM): 19.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Reykjavik domestic. City airport. Schengen.

Airport Services

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Iceland Permit Requirements

Fast Overflight: 1d Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 24 hours before departure
Landing Lead Time: 24 hours before departure

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights also require overflight/landing permits unless exempted as EU/EEA registered. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Nearby Airports

BIRK Reykjavik 20 NM BIMS Tungubakkar Airport 26 NM BISS Sandskeið Airport 27 NM BISF Selfoss Airport 41 NM BIKA Kaldármelar Airport 49 NM BISR Stórikroppur Airport 49 NM BIFZ Forsæti Airport 51 NM BIVA Vatnsnes Airport 52 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at BIKF?: The tower frequency at Keflavik is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at BIKF?: Keflavik offers Jet A-1.
Does BIKF require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Keflavik (Iceland).

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