Húsavík is served by its own domestic airport (HZK), which has connections to Reykjavík, and is also accessible via Akureyri Airport (AEY), approximately an hour's drive away.
Direct flights are available from Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV) to Húsavík Airport (HZK). Alternatively, one can fly from Reykjavík (RKV) to Akureyri Airport (AEY), a journey of about 45 minutes, with costs starting from approximately $75 USD (under 9000 ISK), and then continue by bus or car to Húsavík.
A public bus service (route 79) operates daily between Húsavík and Akureyri, taking around 75 minutes and costing approximately 2,300 ISK (about $37 USD). Traveling by bus from Reykjavík to Húsavík typically involves a transfer in Akureyri, with the total journey lasting around 8 to 9 hours and costing between $130 and $180 USD.
Renting a car provides flexibility for exploring Iceland. Car rental services are available at Húsavík Airport and in the town. The drive from Reykjavík to Húsavík covers 441 to 480 kilometers and generally takes 5.5 to 9 hours, depending on stops and road conditions. Car rental costs in Iceland are variable and can be high, particularly in peak seasons, with additional insurance options for gravel, sand, and ash damage highly recommended.
Húsavík Airport (HZK) does not have scheduled public bus services, but local companies offer shuttle services to and from the airport. Private airport transfers are also available.
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