At Reykjavik in Reykjavik: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Faxaflói Bay (immediate right), Reykjanes Peninsula volcanic fields (southeast), Snæfellsjökull glacier (north-northwest on clear days), Mount Esja (north-northeast).

When taking off from Reykjavik (RKV), sit on the Right side for the best views. Reykjavik International Airport's primary runways (01/19 and 02/20) mean most departures head north or northeast. The right side offers views of Faxaflói Bay, the Reykjanes Peninsula's volcanic terrain, and on clear days, Snæfellsjökull glacier to the north. The left side faces inland toward less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Faxaflói Bay (immediate right), Reykjanes Peninsula volcanic fields (southeast), Snæfellsjökull glacier (north-northwest on clear days), Mount Esja (north-northeast).

When landing at Reykjavik (RKV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Keflavík International Airport's primary runway (01/19) typically uses runway 01 for landings when winds permit, which means you'll be descending from the north or northeast. The left side offers views of Reykjavik city, the surrounding fjords, and the distinctive Esja mountain across the bay. The right side faces mostly open ocean and the Reykjanes Peninsula's barren lava fields. Notable sights include: Reykjavik city center and harbor, Mount Esja across Faxaflói Bay, Kollafjörður fjord, Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields.

The best window seat at Reykjavik (RKV) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Reykjavik (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.