Airport Pick-Up
Lava Car Rental is just a 5-minute drive from Keflavík Airport, with a free shuttle service to and from the terminal. The meeting point differs depending on your arrival time.
Arriving between 05:00 and 18:00
During the day, airport transfers are operated by a shared shuttle bus serving several car rental companies, including Lava Car Rental.
You don’t need to book, simply take the next available shuttle.
- Operating hours: 05:00 – 18:00
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Journey time: Approx. 15 minutes
- Cost: Free
Missed the shuttle? No problem, the next one will arrive within 30 minutes.
Where to catch the shuttle
After landing, you’ll need to walk outside to the shuttle bus stop, located about a 4-minute walk from the terminal. The route is flat and easy with luggage.
The bus stop is marked as “Other buses” (yellow area) on the airport map.
Directions:
- Exit the arrivals hall through the main doors in front of you
- Once outside, turn left
- Follow the purple signs for “Car Rental East”
- Pass the Car Rental East area and continue straight ahead — the bus stop is just ahead.
- You will see buses waiting in this area.
At the stop, look for the shuttle labelled "Car Rental BUS4U”.
Daytime Pick-Up Point (05:00-18:00)

Arriving after 18:00
Wait for the 9-seater Lava Car Rental shuttle outside the departure hall, in the main drop-off area.
Our shuttle runs based on flight arrivals, so please provide your flight number in advance. This allows us to track your arrival and minimise waiting time.
For step-by-step guidance, you can also watch our pick-up video.
If you don’t see the shuttle after 10 minutes, please call us at (+354) 519 4141.
Evening Pick-Up Point (after 18:00)

Arrival Timing
Customs and luggage collection usually take around 45 minutes. You can expect to reach our office within about 1 hour after landing.
If you can't locate our shuttle, or have any inquiries, don't hesitate to call us at (+354) 519 4141 or email info@lavacarrental.is.
