Facilities for bus and taxi
As passenger numbers at KEF Airport continue to rise, traffic through the forecourt is increasing. To accommodate this growth, the airport is expanding and improving the forecourt area, creating more space and better access for buses and taxis, the key modes of transport for many tourists.
Bus Facilities
Buses at KEF Airport are divided into two categories: those operating on fixed schedules between the airport and the capital area, and all other buses. These two categories pick up passengers at separate locations.
Scheduled airport buses, which run at all hours, stop at internal bus stops located close to the terminal. Meanwhile, all other buses—including tour buses and pre-scheduled vehicles—stop at external bus stops situated farther from the terminal. This second category tends to be much busier.
As part of ongoing improvements, the external bus stops will be relocated, increasing both the number of stops and the space available for passengers. Once the move is complete, the external stops will be approximately 300 meters from the airport’s arrivals hall, with covered walkways connecting them to the terminal. These upgrades will improve efficiency, expand capacity, and enhance passenger comfort by providing a larger and more organized bus area. The project is expected to be fully completed by 2026.
Construction of new bus stops for scheduled services is already well underway, with four stops planned in total. The first stops are already in use, and the entire project is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025.
Taxi Facilities
The number of taxi parking spaces at the airport will increase from 24 to 30. Additionally, more waiting spaces will be added—these are designated parking spots for taxis to use until a space near the terminal becomes available.
With the increase in parking spaces, the taxi area will shift slightly eastward from its current location. This relocation is necessary due to terminal expansion, as the construction of the East Wing will temporarily affect the layout, access, and parking near the terminal. However, this expansion will ultimately provide more space for taxis.
The project is expected to be completed in 2025.
Forecourt developments
