Reykjavík Domestic Airport (BIRK)
Medium airport · Reykjavík, Capital Region, Iceland
Airport data
| Name | Reykjavík Domestic Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | BIRK |
| IATA | RKV |
| Elevation | 48 ft (15 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 64°7'43" W 21°56'15" 64.12873, -21.93759 |
| Location | Reykjavík, Capital Region, Iceland |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 5,138 ft (1566 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13/31 | 4,035 ft (1230 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Reykjavík Domestic Airport at a glance
Reykjavík Domestic Airport is a medium airport in Reykjavík, Capital Region, Iceland, known to airline systems as RKV. The field elevation of 48 ft (15 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at BIRK are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 01/19 — offers 5,138 ft (1566 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 01 points roughly 10° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for BIRK shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Reykjavík Domestic Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keflavik International Airport | BIKF | 36 km (19 NM) |
| Vestmannaeyjar Airport | BIVM | 113 km (61 NM) |
| Bildudalur Airport | BIBD | 185 km (100 NM) |
| Ísafjörður Airport | BIIS | 222 km (120 NM) |
| Akureyri International Airport | BIAR | 249 km (134 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Reykjavík Domestic Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 48 ft field elevation of Reykjavík Domestic Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 13 airports and airfields we list for Iceland — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Reykjavík Domestic Airport
What is the ICAO code of Reykjavík Domestic Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Reykjavík Domestic Airport is BIRK, and its IATA code is RKV. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Reykjavík Domestic Airport above sea level?
Reykjavík Domestic Airport sits at an elevation of 48 feet (15 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Reykjavík Domestic Airport located?
The airport lies at 64.1287, -21.9376 — in Reykjavík, Capital Region, Iceland, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Keflavik International Airport, about 36 km away.
Does BIRK publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for BIRK appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Reykjavík Domestic Airport?
Reykjavík Domestic Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 01/19, measures 5,138 ft (1566 m) with a ASP surface.