Book Flights to Iceland
Iceland ranks among the world's most reliable northern lights destinations, with the Golden Circle route packaging together some of the country's most iconic natural sights, and the world-famous Blue Lagoon offering a relaxing introduction to Iceland's broader volcanic and geothermal landscape.
Icelandair operates an extensive transatlantic network built around its signature stopover program, while Play Airlines offers a growing low-cost alternative. FareOptic compares every routing into KEF.
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Why Visit Iceland?
World-class northern lights viewing and some of the planet's most striking volcanic landscapes.
Iceland's Northern Lights and the Golden Circle
One of the World's Most Reliable and Accessible Aurora Borealis Viewing Destinations, Paired With Iceland's Most Iconic Natural SightsIceland ranks among the world's most reliable and accessible aurora borealis viewing destinations during the winter months, while the Golden Circle route, easily accessible from Reykjavik, packages together several of the country's most iconic natural sights, including Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, into a single practical day trip.
Best Timing for Northern Lights Viewing
The aurora borealis is typically visible in Iceland from late August through April, with the darkest winter months offering the longest and most reliable viewing windows, weather permitting.
The Blue Lagoon and Iceland's Geothermal Landscape
A World-Famous Geothermal Spa Reflecting Iceland's Broader Volcanic and Geothermal Geological CharacterThe Blue Lagoon, a world-famous geothermal spa near Keflavik Airport with milky-blue mineral-rich waters, ranks among Iceland's most iconic attractions and offers a genuinely relaxing introduction to the country's broader volcanic and geothermal landscape, which also powers much of Iceland's electricity and heating through renewable geothermal energy.
Iceland's Renewable Geothermal Energy
Iceland's extensive geothermal activity, the same force behind the Blue Lagoon and the country's numerous natural hot springs, also supplies nearly all of the nation's heating and a substantial share of its electricity through renewable geothermal power.
How to Find Cheap Flights to Iceland
Take Advantage of Icelandair's Stopover Program
If already planning transatlantic travel between North America and Europe, Icelandair's stopover program allows adding a multi-day Iceland visit at no additional airfare — a genuinely efficient way to see the country.
Book Ahead for Northern Lights Season (Late August-April)
The aurora borealis viewing season drives significant winter tourism demand — book flights and accommodations well ahead if timing a trip around this.
Compare Icelandair and Play Airlines
Icelandair's extensive network and stopover program, alongside Play Airlines's more budget-focused options, both offer distinct advantages — compare depending on your priorities.
Airlines Flying to Iceland (KEF)
Icelandair — Iceland's Flag Carrier and Leading Transatlantic Stopover Airline
Icelandair's Signature Stopover Program Lets Travelers Add Iceland to a Longer Trip Between North America and Europe at No Extra AirfareIcelandair operates an extensive network connecting Iceland to major cities across North America and Europe, and has built its business model substantially around a signature stopover program that allows travelers flying between the two continents to add a multi-day Iceland stop at no additional airfare, a genuinely distinctive and popular way to experience the country.
Key Routes
Icelandair direct from London, Boston, New York, and numerous other transatlantic gateway cities
Play Airlines — A Growing Low-Cost Icelandic Alternative
A Newer Low-Cost Carrier Offering an Additional Affordable Option for Reaching Iceland From Europe and North AmericaPlay Airlines, a newer Icelandic low-cost carrier, has expanded service connecting Iceland to additional European and North American cities, offering travelers a more budget-focused alternative to Icelandair for reaching Keflavik.
Key Routes
Play Airlines expanding transatlantic and European network
Things to Do in Iceland
Important Information Before You Fly to Iceland
Currency
Icelandic Króna (ISK)
Language
Icelandic (official) — English widely spoken
Time Zone
GMT (UTC+0, no daylight saving)
Country Code
+354 (Iceland)
Airport Code
KEF — Keflavik International Airport
US Visa Required
No visa required for US citizens for short tourist stays
Power Plugs
Type C/F — 230V, 50Hz; an adapter is needed for US devices
Emergency Number
112
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Frequently Asked Questions on Travel to Iceland
Everything you need to know about booking cheap flights to Iceland
What airport serves Iceland?
Keflavik International Airport (IATA: KEF) serves the country, with Icelandair and Play Airlines operating extensive transatlantic and European routes.
What is Icelandair's stopover program?
A signature program allowing travelers flying between North America and Europe to add a multi-day stop in Iceland at no additional airfare, a popular way to experience the country.
When is the best time to see the northern lights in Iceland?
The aurora borealis is typically visible from late August through April, with the darkest winter months offering the longest viewing windows.
What is the Golden Circle?
A popular day-trip route from Reykjavik covering Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall, three of Iceland's most iconic natural sights.
What currency is used in Iceland?
The Icelandic króna (ISK).
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