{"id":261635,"date":"2026-06-18T18:21:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T16:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=261635"},"modified":"2026-06-19T08:51:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T06:51:52","slug":"flights-to-iceland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/","title":{"rendered":"Flights to Iceland: Where, When and How Much to Fly in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When you first step off the plane at <strong>Keflav\u00edk Airport<\/strong>, the cold, raw ocean wind will probably hit you square in the face. It smells of salt, distant sulphur and uncompromising wilderness, reminding you in that very first second that here, nature is in charge \u2014 not people. Booking <strong>flights to Iceland<\/strong> is the first step towards one of the most otherworldly trips you can take in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I set off for this magical island <strong>at the turn of September and October 2018<\/strong>, and I still remember how, right after landing, I was mesmerised by that endless, untamed emptiness that simply forces you to reconsider your own significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Searching for flights back then was a small nudge towards what felt like the <strong>trip of a lifetime<\/strong>, because Iceland isn&#8217;t just another holiday destination \u2014 it&#8217;s more like a different world altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article you&#8217;ll find a <strong>complete guide<\/strong> to flights to Iceland: where it&#8217;s best to fly from, and what to watch out for in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll show you where to find the best connections, explain the <strong>differences between the local airports<\/strong>, and throw in practical advice on car hire, current prices and accommodation, so you can enjoy the land of fire and ice to the max and without any unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1150\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of the Icelandic landscape from a plane\" class=\"wp-image-217112\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-700x393.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-1392x782.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-1920x1078.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aerial view of the Icelandic landscape from a plane<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#When_to_Go_and_How_to_Get_There\" >When to Go and How to Get There<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_Direct_Flights_from_the_UK_and_the_Summer_Season\" >1. Direct Flights from the UK and the Summer Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_Connecting_Flights_Outside_Peak_Season\" >2. Connecting Flights Outside Peak Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Watch_Out_for_the_Collapse_of_PLAY_Airlines\" >3. Watch Out for the Collapse of PLAY Airlines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#4_Icelandairs_Brilliant_Stopover_and_How_to_Search_for_Flights\" >4. Icelandair&#8217;s Brilliant Stopover and How to Search for Flights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Keflavik_vs_Reykjavik_How_the_Airports_Work_and_Getting_into_the_City\" >Keflav\u00edk vs. Reykjav\u00edk: How the Airports Work and Getting into the City<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_Where_You_Actually_Land_%E2%80%94_and_a_Shopping_Trick\" >1. Where You Actually Land \u2014 and a Shopping Trick<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_Getting_from_the_Airport_into_the_Capital\" >2. Getting from the Airport into the Capital<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Car_Hire_Wind_and_Icelands_Tricky_Insurance\" >3. Car Hire, Wind and Iceland&#8217;s Tricky Insurance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Where_to_Stay_How_Much_It_All_Costs\" >Where to Stay + How Much It All Costs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_Reykjavik_and_the_Southwest_as_a_Base\" >1. Reykjav\u00edk and the Southwest as a Base<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_Accommodation_on_the_Ring_Road_South_and_East\" >2. Accommodation on the Ring Road (South and East)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Camping_and_the_Camping_Card_for_Adventurers\" >3. Camping and the Camping Card for Adventurers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#What_to_See_in_Iceland_6_Regions_You_Cant_Miss\" >What to See in Iceland: 6 Regions You Can&#8217;t Miss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_The_Golden_Circle_A_Classic_to_Start_With\" >1. The Golden Circle: A Classic to Start With<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_The_South_Coast_Waterfalls_and_Stunning_Black_Beaches\" >2. The South Coast: Waterfalls and Stunning Black Beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_The_Southeast_Jokulsarlon_Glacier_Lagoon_and_Vatnajokull\" >3. The Southeast: J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n Glacier Lagoon and Vatnaj\u00f6kull<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#4_North_Iceland_and_the_Diverse_Diamond_Circle\" >4. North Iceland and the Diverse Diamond Circle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#5_Snaefellsnes_and_the_Remote_Westfjords\" >5. Sn\u00e6fellsnes and the Remote Westfjords<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#6_The_Wild_Interior_Highlands\" >6. The Wild Interior (Highlands)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#When_to_Go_and_What_to_Prepare_For_in_Iceland\" >When to Go and What to Prepare For in Iceland<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_The_Reykjanes_Eruptions_and_Safety\" >1. The Reykjanes Eruptions and Safety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_The_Black_Sun_The_August_2026_Solar_Eclipse\" >2. The Black Sun: The August 2026 Solar Eclipse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Treacherous_Waves_and_the_Dangerous_Reynisfjara_Beach\" >3. Treacherous Waves and the Dangerous Reynisfjara Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#4_Chasing_the_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis\" >4. Chasing the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Where_to_Eat_Without_Wrecking_Your_Budget\" >Where to Eat (Without Wrecking Your Budget)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_Bonus_Supermarkets_and_Cooking_on_the_Road\" >1. B\u00f3nus Supermarkets and Cooking on the Road<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_Great_Vegetarian_Spots_in_Reykjavik\" >2. Great Vegetarian Spots in Reykjav\u00edk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Traditional_Icelandic_Cuisine_for_Carnivores\" >3. Traditional Icelandic Cuisine (for Carnivores)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Bureaucracy_Documents_and_Etiquette_to_Prepare_For\" >Bureaucracy, Documents and Etiquette to Prepare For<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_Passport_and_a_Word_on_ETIAS_and_EES\" >1. Passport, and a Word on ETIAS and EES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#2_Nudity_Rules_in_Icelandic_Pools\" >2. Nudity Rules in Icelandic Pools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Forget_Cash_and_Dont_Forget_Your_PIN\" >3. Forget Cash, and Don&#8217;t Forget Your PIN<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Where_to_Next\" >Where to Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#1_How_many_days_do_I_need_to_drive_around_Iceland\" >1. How many days do I need to drive around Iceland?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#Do_I_need_a_4%C3%974_vehicle_or_will_a_regular_car_do\" >Do I need a 4&#215;4 vehicle, or will a regular car do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#3_Should_you_reconsider_your_visit_because_of_ongoing_volcanic_eruptions\" >3. Should you reconsider your visit because of ongoing volcanic eruptions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#How_much_does_a_week-long_vacation_in_Iceland_cost_for_two_people\" >How much does a week-long vacation in Iceland cost for two people?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#5_Whats_the_situation_with_taxes_and_expensive_gas_in_2026\" >5. What&#8217;s the situation with taxes and expensive gas in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#6_Is_Reynisfjara_Black_Beach_Really_That_Dangerous\" >6. Is Reynisfjara Black Beach Really That Dangerous?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/#7_Do_I_need_a_passport_visa_or_ETIAS_fee_for_the_trip\" >7. Do I need a passport, visa, or ETIAS fee for the trip?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Direct flights from the UK:<\/strong> In peak season, easyJet, Jet2, British Airways and Icelandair all fly direct from London and other UK cities. The flight takes roughly 3 hours.<\/li><li><strong>Flights with a connection:<\/strong> Off-season you may need to connect (often via Amsterdam, Copenhagen or Frankfurt), with return fares commonly running from <strong>\u00a3100 to \u00a3180<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Collapse of PLAY Airlines:<\/strong> The budget carrier PLAY went bust in September 2025 \u2014 you&#8217;ll still see it mentioned in old guides, but you can no longer book tickets with them.<\/li><li><strong>Icelandair Stopover:<\/strong> If you fly Icelandair onward to North America, you can add a free stopover in Iceland for up to 7 days.<\/li><li><strong>Airport:<\/strong> International flights land at Keflav\u00edk (KEF), not in Reykjav\u00edk itself. The capital is about 45 minutes away by Flybus coach.<\/li><li><strong>Flight search:<\/strong> For the cheapest fares and trickier connections, we&#8217;ve long relied on the <strong>Skyscanner and Kiwi<\/strong> search engines.<\/li><li><strong>Prices and taxes 2026:<\/strong> A new per-kilometre tax on hire cars has been introduced, but petrol has actually dropped to roughly 210\u2013225 ISK per litre.<\/li><li><strong>Documents:<\/strong> Iceland is in the Schengen Area. UK travellers can visit visa-free for up to 90 days, but you must have a valid passport (and from late 2026 you&#8217;ll need ETIAS).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Go_and_How_to_Get_There\"><\/span>When to Go and How to Get There<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a trip starts with the <strong>right transport connection<\/strong>, which has changed quite dramatically in recent years. Getting from the UK up towards the Arctic Circle has never been easier, though you do need to keep an eye on seasonality and choose carefully which airline you entrust your plans to. Let&#8217;s take a look at which flights to Iceland make the <strong>most sense right now<\/strong> and how to avoid being caught out by outdated info floating around the internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Direct_Flights_from_the_UK_and_the_Summer_Season\"><\/span>1. Direct Flights from the UK and the Summer Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can&#8217;t stand hanging around airports and want to reach your destination as fast as possible, I recommend focusing on the <strong>summer timetable<\/strong>. In season, direct flights to Iceland from the UK are offered by carriers such as <strong>easyJet, Jet2, British Airways<\/strong> and Iceland&#8217;s national carrier <strong>Icelandair<\/strong>, mainly from London but increasingly from regional airports too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flight from London officially takes around <strong>3 hours<\/strong>, which is honestly an incredibly short time to find yourself in a completely different world full of volcanoes and glaciers. Flights usually run at fairly sensible times, so once you land you&#8217;ve still got a shot at picking up the car and doing your first food shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Return fares in summer commonly sit <strong>between \u00a3150 and \u00a3350<\/strong>, though the low-cost carriers occasionally drop sale tickets to around \u00a390\u2013\u00a3120. I&#8217;d advise against leaving your booking to the last minute, because despite the higher price tags, summer dates tend to <strong>sell out very quickly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check your <strong>baggage allowance<\/strong> carefully, because basic fares often include only a small piece of hand luggage, and you&#8217;ll pay quite a bit extra for a hold suitcase. With winter clothing, which takes up an enormous amount of space, you simply won&#8217;t manage without a big case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Connecting_Flights_Outside_Peak_Season\"><\/span>2. Connecting Flights Outside Peak Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to head off <strong>in autumn, winter or early spring<\/strong> (which is what we did, at the turn of September and October), you&#8217;ll probably face a journey with a connection. Direct routes often don&#8217;t operate outside the main tourist season, or run only on a very limited schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common transfer points are European hubs such as <strong>Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Frankfurt<\/strong> or Dublin. It does mean slightly longer travelling, but at least you can stretch your legs and grab a coffee at another European airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the journey takes longer, it often lets you snag genuinely cheap flights to Iceland, which off-season can start somewhere <strong>around \u00a380<\/strong> with the budget carriers. The typical average for a return with a connection runs <strong>between \u00a3100 and \u00a3180<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From my own experience, a short connection in Amsterdam or Copenhagen is nothing to dread, and the money you <strong>save on the ticket<\/strong> will come in handy on this very expensive island \u2014 for decent accommodation or a hire car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Watch_Out_for_the_Collapse_of_PLAY_Airlines\"><\/span>3. Watch Out for the Collapse of PLAY Airlines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is crucial information for 2026 that you must keep in mind if you&#8217;re reading older guides. You&#8217;ll sadly no longer see the bright red planes of budget airline PLAY Airlines in the sky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The airline went bankrupt at the end of September 2025<\/strong> and ceased all operations. It was a huge event that left <strong>eighteen thousand passengers<\/strong> stranded at airports around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you come across tips on forums or older blogs telling you to look for super-cheap flights to Iceland with this airline, just close them and keep searching. The main stable carrier on the island now remains the dominant <strong>Icelandair<\/strong>, alongside the UK low-cost carriers in the summer season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Icelandairs_Brilliant_Stopover_and_How_to_Search_for_Flights\"><\/span>4. Icelandair&#8217;s Brilliant Stopover and How to Search for Flights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a big trip to North America (say to New York, Toronto or Chicago) and flying with Icelandair, you&#8217;ve got a huge trump card up your sleeve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The airline offers a fantastic <strong>programme called Stopover<\/strong>, which lets you break your journey in Iceland for <strong>up to 7 nights<\/strong> at absolutely no extra cost on top of the ticket price. You&#8217;re effectively flying across the ocean and ticking magical Nordic wilderness off your bucket list along the way, without paying for another flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For searching out all these options, Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I swear by <strong>Skyscanner and the Kiwi app<\/strong>. They&#8217;re our favourite tools, cleverly combining different carriers to find either the fastest or, on the flip side, the cheapest connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just be careful that your <strong>connections aren&#8217;t too tight<\/strong>. The weather in Iceland can be incredibly moody, and strong winds can occasionally delay flights a little.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keflavik_vs_Reykjavik_How_the_Airports_Work_and_Getting_into_the_City\"><\/span>Keflav\u00edk vs. Reykjav\u00edk: How the Airports Work and Getting into the City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When people buy their first flights to Iceland, they often assume they&#8217;ll land right in the capital and be at their hotel within five minutes. The reality, though, is that the island has its <strong>airports split in a very specific way<\/strong>, and it&#8217;s worth knowing where you&#8217;ll end up and how to get onward from there. The moment you step off the plane, you&#8217;ll feel that typical northern air and start sorting out the <strong>first logistical steps<\/strong> of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Where_You_Actually_Land_%E2%80%94_and_a_Shopping_Trick\"><\/span>1. Where You Actually Land \u2014 and a Shopping Trick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All the major international flights you&#8217;ll book to Iceland from Europe or America land at <strong>Keflav\u00edk International Airport (KEF)<\/strong>. This fairly modern airport sits on the Reykjanes Peninsula, <strong>about 45 minutes&#8217; drive<\/strong> by car or coach from the centre of Reykjav\u00edk itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1058\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1.jpg\" alt=\"Where you actually land and a shopping trick\" class=\"wp-image-217358\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-kde-vlastne-pristanete-a-trik-s-nakupem-1-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Where you actually land and a shopping trick<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The capital does have its own smaller airport (Reykjav\u00edk Domestic Airport), but it serves exclusively <strong>domestic flights<\/strong> \u2014 to places like Akureyri in the north, the remote eastern fjords, or special flights to Greenland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keflav\u00edk Airport is very clear and perfectly organised, so you definitely won&#8217;t get lost. But I&#8217;ve got one <strong>huge tip for the moment you land<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most <strong>duty-free shopping<\/strong> happens right by the baggage belts, because you simply can&#8217;t buy a bottle of wine or beer in ordinary Icelandic supermarkets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcohol is sold only in the state-run V\u00ednb\u00fa\u00f0in shops, which have very limited opening hours and <strong>astronomical prices<\/strong>. So if you fancy a glass after a day on the trails, stock up at the airport straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Getting_from_the_Airport_into_the_Capital\"><\/span>2. Getting from the Airport into the Capital<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most comfortable way to get from Keflav\u00edk to central Reykjav\u00edk without your own car is the <strong>Flybus airport coaches<\/strong>. They leave directly from the arrivals hall, and a huge advantage is that they&#8217;re <strong>timed to every arrival<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1253\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1.jpg\" alt=\"Getting from the airport into the capital\" class=\"wp-image-217359\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-cesta-z-letiste-do-hlavniho-mesta-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Getting from the airport into the capital<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That means the coach will wait for you even if your flight is delayed by bad weather. The journey into the centre takes the aforementioned <strong>45 minutes<\/strong>, and along the way you can soak up your first views of the lava fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The coaches also offer <strong>drop-off right at your hotel<\/strong> or at designated stops around the city. Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I <strong>bought our tickets conveniently in advance online<\/strong>, so that after landing we didn&#8217;t have to hang about at the counters and could hop straight onto a warm coach while a proper Icelandic gale was already kicking off outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> It pays to book tickets and organised tours (Iceland and beyond) in advance online via <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a> \u2014 in season they fill up fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Car_Hire_Wind_and_Icelands_Tricky_Insurance\"><\/span>3. Car Hire, Wind and Iceland&#8217;s Tricky Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exploring Iceland without your own car is like going to the cinema and keeping your eyes shut. To compare deals and pick up a car right at Keflav\u00edk Airport, we use the service below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_CARRENTAL_PLACEHOLDER -->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1733\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1.jpg\" alt=\"Car hire, wind and Iceland&#039;s tricky insurance\" class=\"wp-image-217360\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1.jpg 1733w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pujceni-auta-vitr-a-zaludna-islandska-pojist-1-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1733px) 100vw, 1733px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Car hire, wind and Iceland&#8217;s tricky insurance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Car hire here is a discipline all of its own, with prices ranging <strong>from 5,000 ISK a day<\/strong> in winter up to 35,000 ISK for a proper SUV in summer. If you&#8217;re travelling in summer and only plan to drive the main paved Ring Road (Route 1) or the famous Golden Circle, a <strong>regular two-wheel-drive car<\/strong> will be more than enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the moment you head into the rugged interior on the mountain F-roads (where ordinary cars are strictly banned and you risk ruinous fines) or travel in winter, <strong>4&#215;4 is an absolute must<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pay close attention to the insurance, because Iceland has its own very specific rules and the forums are full of horror-story bills for damaged cars. Basic CDW cover simply isn&#8217;t enough here. Definitely pay extra for <strong>Gravel Protection (GP)<\/strong>, which covers you against flying stones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Roughly a third of the island&#8217;s roads are unpaved, and stones flung up by oncoming cars crack windscreens with absolute regularity. If you&#8217;re heading south and east, also consider <strong>SAAP (Sand and Ash Protection)<\/strong> against sandstorms, which can literally strip the paint off a car \u2014 a bill running into thousands of pounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest enemy, though, is the <strong>Icelandic wind<\/strong>. It can be so strong that, if you&#8217;re careless, it&#8217;ll literally rip the car door clean off its hinges. Remember that this damage (so-called door-ripping) is usually covered by no insurance whatsoever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always hold the door <strong>firmly with both hands<\/strong> when getting out \ud83d\ude05! And if you&#8217;re heading into the interior with a 4&#215;4, know that no insurance covers flooding the car while fording wild rivers \u2014 all the risk is on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_How_Much_It_All_Costs\"><\/span>Where to Stay + How Much It All Costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Accommodation in Iceland takes a sizeable chunk out of your budget, and you really need to factor that in realistically in advance. A week-long road trip for two people at a mid-range standard (with your own hire car, insurance and heated guesthouse stays) will cost roughly <strong>\u00a32,800 to \u00a34,500<\/strong> in 2026, excluding flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you economise hard, sleep in a tent and cook your own food, you can bring it down to around <strong>\u00a31,700 to \u00a32,400<\/strong>. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a> is our favourite search tool, because the island has an enormous range of cosy guesthouses and farm stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From 1 January 2026, the government also introduced a <strong>new per-kilometre tax<\/strong> (Kilometre Fee) on all vehicles, amounting to roughly 6.95 ISK per kilometre driven (about \u00a30.04). Car hire firms will either charge you this as a fixed daily rate (around 1,390\u20131,550 ISK) or deduct it from your card when you return the car, based exactly on the odometer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news, though, is that as compensation the government <strong>scrapped part of the fuel tax<\/strong>. Whereas last year petrol cost a crazy 305 ISK, in 2026 the price has dropped to a more pleasant <strong>210\u2013225 ISK per litre<\/strong> (roughly \u00a31.25\u2013\u00a31.35). In the end you&#8217;ll pay about the same \u2014 you&#8217;ll just hand the money to the car hire firm rather than the petrol station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Reykjavik_and_the_Southwest_as_a_Base\"><\/span>1. Reykjav\u00edk and the Southwest as a Base<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d rather not pack your bags every day and you&#8217;ve only got a long weekend or 4\u20135 days in Iceland, it makes huge sense to stay <strong>right in the capital<\/strong> or in its immediate surroundings on the Reykjanes Peninsula. From there you can do day trips out and back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From Reykjav\u00edk you can comfortably drive the <strong>famous Golden Circle<\/strong> in a single day and return to the warmth. The next day you could set off to the volcanoes or the thermal baths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying in the city also offers the luxury of great caf\u00e9s and bakeries just around the corner. Guesthouses here run <strong>around \u20ac80 to \u20ac150<\/strong> per night for two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Specific accommodation tips<\/strong> (check prices and availability via Booking \u2014 book early, as in season and around the 2026 eclipse rooms vanish months ahead):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=island-letenky&#038;hotelname=Center%20Hotels%20Grandi&#038;address=Reykjav%C3%ADk%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Center Hotels Grandi<\/a> <em>(Reykjav\u00edk)<\/em><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=island-letenky&#038;hotelname=H%C3%B3tel%20Berg&#038;address=Keflav%C3%ADk%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">H\u00f3tel Berg<\/a> <em>(Keflav\u00edk)<\/em><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=island-letenky&#038;hotelname=H%C3%B3tel%20Borg&#038;address=Reykjav%C3%ADk%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">H\u00f3tel Borg<\/a> <em>(Reykjav\u00edk)<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Accommodation_on_the_Ring_Road_South_and_East\"><\/span>2. Accommodation on the Ring Road (South and East)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to drive right around the island on the <strong>Ring Road<\/strong>, which involves over 1,300 kilometres, you&#8217;ll need to embrace a nomadic way of life. The distances here are enormous and there&#8217;s no point doubling back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the south around the town of V\u00edk, capacity tends to <strong>sell out very fast<\/strong>, because the vast majority of tourists head here to admire the black beaches and glaciers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Heading east into the Eastfjords, both accommodation and crowds thin out, but I&#8217;d advise against <strong>leaving bookings to the last minute<\/strong>. We stayed in gorgeous wooden cabins overlooking endless pastures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Camping_and_the_Camping_Card_for_Adventurers\"><\/span>3. Camping and the Camping Card for Adventurers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Plenty of people tackle the cost of pricey accommodation by camping in the car or straight up in a roof tent, which is a huge phenomenon in Iceland. If you go for this option (and don&#8217;t mind a bit of cold), definitely get yourself a <a href=\"https:\/\/utilegukortid.is\/camping-card-2026\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Camping Card<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2026 this card costs roughly <strong>26,000 ISK<\/strong> (about \u00a3155) and is valid for 28 nights for two adults and four children. It gives you access to more than <strong>40 campsites across the island<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On site you then only top up a token accommodation tax of <strong>400 ISK per tent<\/strong> or car per night. It&#8217;s an absolutely fantastic way to save big money \u2014 just remember that most campsites close in mid-September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_See_in_Iceland_6_Regions_You_Cant_Miss\"><\/span>What to See in Iceland: 6 Regions You Can&#8217;t Miss<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting your bearings on the island is actually pretty simple, because the whole thing is ringed by the paved <strong>Ring Road<\/strong>. Newcomers, though, often make the huge mistake of cramming their itinerary to bursting point and trying to circle the island <strong>in five days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The result is that they spend eight hours a day in the car and collapse with utter exhaustion every evening. For a relaxed loop of the whole road you need <strong>at least 8 to 10 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have less time, pick just <strong>a few regions<\/strong> from this list and get to know them properly. Let&#8217;s take a look at the very best Iceland has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Golden_Circle_A_Classic_to_Start_With\"><\/span>1. The Golden Circle: A Classic to Start With<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Golden Circle is comfortably the most visited part of Iceland, and it&#8217;s an absolutely ideal day trip straight from Reykjav\u00edk, since the loop measures <strong>roughly 250 kilometres<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1733\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Golden Circle in Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-217361\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1.jpg 1733w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zlaty-okruh-golden-circle-1-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1733px) 100vw, 1733px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Golden Circle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first stop is usually <strong>\u00deingvellir National Park<\/strong>, a place of huge historical significance, since this is where Iceland&#8217;s first parliament was founded in 930.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s also the only place in the world where you can walk (or even dive in 2\u00b0C water) right <strong>in the Silfra fissure<\/strong>, which separates the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second must-see stop is the geothermal area of Haukadalur, where the <strong>famous Strokkur geyser<\/strong> awaits. Unlike the dormant Great Geysir, it spouts boiling water up to thirty metres high every five to ten minutes. It&#8217;s an absolutely fascinating natural spectacle that&#8217;ll leave you standing open-mouthed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The crowning jewel of the loop is the massive two-tier <strong>Gullfoss waterfall<\/strong>. The water plunges into a deep canyon with a deafening roar, and in summer beautiful rainbows often shimmer around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_South_Coast_Waterfalls_and_Stunning_Black_Beaches\"><\/span>2. The South Coast: Waterfalls and Stunning Black Beaches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as you head east out of Reykjav\u00edk along Route 1, a parade of the most iconic, postcard-worthy spots opens up before you. First to greet you is <strong>Seljalandsfoss waterfall<\/strong>, which is unique in that you can walk all the way around it \u2014 even behind the falling water \u2014 along a slippery path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Westfjords of Iceland with sheep on a green meadow\" class=\"wp-image-217362\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jizni-pobrezi-1-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Westfjords of Iceland with sheep on a green meadow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a little further on you&#8217;ll reach the immense and <strong>majestic Sk\u00f3gafoss<\/strong>, with hundreds of steps leading up alongside it to a viewpoint at the top. Since 2025, there&#8217;s unfortunately a <strong>parking fee of around 1,000 ISK<\/strong> at Sk\u00f3gafoss, easily paid via the Parka or EasyPark apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the south coast you also can&#8217;t skip the iconic <strong>wreck of an American military plane<\/strong>, the DC-3, which made an emergency landing on the endless black sand plain of S\u00f3lheimasandur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The walk to it from the car park takes about <strong>45 minutes of dull trudging<\/strong> each way (or you can take the paid shuttle bus), but the photos from here look like something out of a post-apocalyptic film. And then the charming little town of V\u00edk awaits, with the nearby and breathtaking <strong>Reynisfjara beach<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_Southeast_Jokulsarlon_Glacier_Lagoon_and_Vatnajokull\"><\/span>3. The Southeast: J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n Glacier Lagoon and Vatnaj\u00f6kull<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you pass the town of V\u00edk, the crowds noticeably thin out and the landscape transforms. The entire southeast is unwaveringly dominated by <strong>Vatnaj\u00f6kull National Park<\/strong>, home to the largest glacier in Europe, which covers an incredible eight per cent of Iceland&#8217;s whole area. The absolute highlight of this whole region \u2014 and for Luk\u00e1\u0161 and me one of the most beautiful places on the planet \u2014 is the <strong>J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n glacier lagoon<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1253\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1.jpg\" alt=\"The southeast of Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-217363\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-jihovychod-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The southeast<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this massive lagoon, enormous, vividly blue chunks of ice break off the melting glacier and drift slowly across the surface towards the ocean. The silence and majesty of it all are breathtaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the ice floes reach the ocean, strong waves polish them and wash them back onto the black volcanic beach opposite, fittingly known as <strong>Diamond Beach<\/strong>. The contrast of crystal-clear ice against coal-black sand is something you simply <strong>have to see with your own eyes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_North_Iceland_and_the_Diverse_Diamond_Circle\"><\/span>4. North Iceland and the Diverse Diamond Circle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The capital of North Iceland is called <strong>Akureyri<\/strong>, and it&#8217;s a wonderful, lively little town full of great caf\u00e9s and excellent food, sitting at the very end of a long fjord. From here people typically set out on the so-called <strong>Diamond Circle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1.jpg\" alt=\"Crystal-clear chunks of ice on Diamond Beach in Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-217364\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-severni-island-a-rozmanity-diamond-circle-1-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crystal-clear chunks of ice on Diamond Beach in Iceland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On it you&#8217;ll discover the divine Go\u00f0afoss waterfall, the stunningly bubbling mud pools of Hverir and the bizarre lava formations of Dimmuborgir <strong>by Lake M\u00fdvatn<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The circle is then crowned by Dettifoss, the <strong>most powerful waterfall in all of Europe<\/strong> by flow rate, with the roar of its murky water felt right through the soles of your boots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re heading north, stop off <strong>in the town of H\u00fasav\u00edk<\/strong>, which is a global mecca for whale watching. Boats set out from here with a fascinating success rate of nearly 99%, and in the summer months you can sometimes even spot gigantic blue whales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f I&#8217;ve got one more great tip for 2026: the popular M\u00fdvatn Nature Baths thermal spa is currently closed for a major rebuild, but under the new name <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earthlagoon.is\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Earth Lagoon<\/strong><\/a> it&#8217;s reopening in spring 2026, enhanced with an amazing new cave set right inside a lava fissure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"island\" lang=\"en\" rendered=\"2026-06-19T06:37:03+00:00\" v=\"1\" -->\n<style id=\"lk-gyg-styles\">\n@import url(\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:wght@700&family=DM+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\");\n\/* === LK GYG karty \u2014 CRO redesign 2026-05 (namespace .lkx-) ===\n   C\u00edl: vy\u0161\u0161\u00ed CTR (hero + v\u00fdrazn\u00fd social proof + ak\u010dn\u00ed CTA, m\u00e9n\u011b \"reklamn\u00ed\").\n   Injektuje se inline do prvn\u00edho markeru postu (refresh_cards.py --inline-css). *\/\n.lkx-module, .lkx-module *{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;padding:0}\n.lkx-module{\n  font-family:'DM Sans',-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Georgia,sans-serif;\n  max-width:860px;margin:2.5rem auto;color:#1f2328;\n}\n\n\/* HEADER \u2014 lehk\u00fd editorsk\u00fd, \u017e\u00e1dn\u00fd bannerov\u00fd blok; 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}\n  .lk-stays-header { padding: 24px 20px; }\n  .lk-stays-footer { padding: 16px 20px; }\n  .lk-stay-card { padding: 22px; }\n  .lk-stays-title { font-size: 20px; }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n  <!-- HEADER -->\n  <div class=\"lk-stays-header\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lukas-a-lucka.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width: 75px; height: 75px; border-radius: 8px; flex-shrink: 0; object-fit: cover; display: block; margin: 4px 0;\" title=\"\">\n    <div class=\"lk-stays-header-text\">\n      <div class=\"lk-stays-eyebrow\">Luk\u00e1\u0161 and Lucie recommend<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stays-title\">Where to Stay in Iceland<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stays-subtitle\">3 accommodations \u2014 hotels and other lodging options<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- CARDS -->\n  <div class=\"lk-stays-grid\">\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card featured\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=island-letenky&#038;hotelname=Center%20Hotels%20Grandi&#038;address=Reykjav%C3%ADk%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-top\">\u2b50 TOP CHOICE<\/span>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83c\udfe8 Hotel<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">Center Hotels Grandi<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Guesthouse in Reykjavik, excellent accommodation as a base for day trips around the Golden Circle and surrounding area. Prices range from 80 to 150 EUR per night for two.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from 80 EUR\/night<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=island-letenky&#038;hotelname=H%C3%B3tel%20Berg&#038;address=Keflav%C3%ADk%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83c\udfe8 Hotel<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">H\u00f3tel Berg<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Hotel in Keflavik, ideal for the first or last night close to the airport. Suitable for those who want to be near the international airport and the Reykjanes peninsula.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">Check prices<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=island-letenky&#038;hotelname=H%C3%B3tel%20Borg&#038;address=Reykjav%C3%ADk%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83c\udfe8 Hotel<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">H\u00f3tel Borg<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Prestigious hotel right in the center of Reykjavik with the luxury of great cafes and bakeries just around the corner. Convenient for those who want to have everything within reach.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">Check prices<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Snaefellsnes_and_the_Remote_Westfjords\"><\/span>5. Sn\u00e6fellsnes and the Remote Westfjords<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Sn\u00e6fellsnes<\/strong> Peninsula is often affectionately nicknamed &#8220;Iceland in miniature&#8221;. You&#8217;ll find absolutely everything here \u2014 a dormant volcano capped with a glacier, the dramatic, wave-battered cliffs of Arnarstapi, the lonely black church of B\u00fa\u00f0ir, and comfortably the most photographed mountain in Iceland, the <strong>pointed Kirkjufell<\/strong>, made famous by Game of Thrones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1150\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1.jpg\" alt=\"A road through the brown autumn landscape of the Westfjords in Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-217365\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-700x393.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-1392x782.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-sn-fellsnes-a-odlehle-zapadni-fjordy-1-1920x1078.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A road through the brown autumn landscape of the Westfjords in Iceland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sn\u00e6fellsnes is an absolutely ideal destination if you&#8217;ve only got <strong>2 to 3 days<\/strong> to explore and don&#8217;t want to needlessly race around the whole island by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Westfjords<\/strong>, by contrast, are a completely different, isolated world that fewer than ten per cent of all tourists ever reach. The roads here wearily trace deep fjords, the tarmac constantly turns to gravel, and driving is incredibly slow (set aside a good two days for a loop).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reward for all that effort, though, is total isolation, the monumental cascading Dynjandi waterfall and the <strong>majestic cliffs of L\u00e1trabjarg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the westernmost point of Iceland and, in summer, home to an incredible fifty thousand pairs of <strong>adorable little puffins<\/strong>. These fjords, however, are only sensibly drivable in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_The_Wild_Interior_Highlands\"><\/span>6. The Wild Interior (Highlands)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the rugged heart of the island and a place for true adventurers only. No paved roads lead into the <strong>Highlands<\/strong>, you won&#8217;t find hotels with hot showers, and you won&#8217;t pass a single petrol station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1058\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1.jpg\" alt=\"The wild interior (Highlands) of Iceland\" class=\"wp-image-217366\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-divoke-vnitrozemi-highlands-1-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The wild interior (Highlands)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The only routes in are gravel mountain tracks called F-roads, which cross deep fords over wild glacial rivers. The area is accessible only with a proper <strong>4&#215;4 vehicle<\/strong>, and only in the summer months from mid-June to roughly mid-September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you dare to venture here, you&#8217;ll see a landscape that looks like it&#8217;s from another planet. You can bathe in natural hot springs in the <strong>Landmannalaugar<\/strong> area, famous for its rainbow-coloured rhyolite mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The journey to the lunar landscape and <strong>the Askja volcano crater<\/strong> is a real test of driving skill. It&#8217;s stunning, but it demands maximum respect and preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Go_and_What_to_Prepare_For_in_Iceland\"><\/span>When to Go and What to Prepare For in Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Iceland has one absolutely brilliant and fitting saying: &#8220;If you don&#8217;t like the weather, just wait five minutes.&#8221; That pretty much says it all. The Gulf Stream does keep temperatures within fairly bearable limits, but the <strong>ever-present wind<\/strong> can knock the perceived temperature down a good few notches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So rule number one is <strong>constant layering<\/strong> and a really good, waterproof jacket that you probably won&#8217;t take off even in July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Reykjanes_Eruptions_and_Safety\"><\/span>1. The Reykjanes Eruptions and Safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have seen frightening footage on TV of lava flowing on the Reykjanes Peninsula and wondered whether flights to Iceland are even a good idea. Since spring 2021 there have indeed been a whole series of eruptions here, and according to the meteorological office, over 26 million cubic metres of magma have gathered beneath the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It sounds apocalyptic, but for the overwhelming majority of tourists <strong>nothing actually changes<\/strong>. The eruptions here are effusive. That means the lava calmly flows out of fissures, but the volcano doesn&#8217;t spew clouds of ash into the atmosphere that would <strong>halt air travel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keflav\u00edk Airport, the capital and the main Ring Road route all operate with no restrictions whatsoever and are <strong>completely safe<\/strong>. The only real impact is on residents of the evacuated town of Grindav\u00edk and on the nearby famous Blue Lagoon spa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Blue Lagoon runs on a dynamic basis \u2014 sensors monitor activity and, if needed, the spa can be fully evacuated with two hours&#8217; notice. Before you head anywhere, always check the <strong>current warnings<\/strong> on the excellent official site <a href=\"https:\/\/safetravel.is\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">safetravel.is<\/a> and on the meteorological office&#8217;s site <a href=\"https:\/\/en.vedur.is\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vedur.is<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_Black_Sun_The_August_2026_Solar_Eclipse\"><\/span>2. The Black Sun: The August 2026 Solar Eclipse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a trip for August 2026, I&#8217;ve got news that will either bring an excited smile to your face or force you to completely rethink your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the afternoon of Wednesday <strong>12 August 2026<\/strong>, a band of <strong>total solar eclipse<\/strong> will pass right across Iceland. It&#8217;s the astronomical event of the century \u2014 the first such eclipse visible from Iceland since 1954, and the next one won&#8217;t be visible until the 22nd century!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The band of total darkness will sweep across the Westfjords, the Sn\u00e6fellsnes Peninsula, Reykjav\u00edk and Keflav\u00edk. The longest darkness, <strong>over 2 minutes<\/strong>, will be experienced at the L\u00e1trabjarg cliffs. In Reykjav\u00edk itself the sun will disappear for roughly a minute <strong>around 17:43 local time<\/strong>. A huge festival is even being planned on Sn\u00e6fellsnes, so the whole west will be buzzing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to see this magical phenomenon, be prepared for the island to be utterly, hopelessly <strong>packed to bursting<\/strong>. Accommodation in the eclipse band has largely been sold out since the start of 2025, and the prices of everything \u2014 from flights to car hire \u2014 are rocketing skywards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An ordinary guesthouse here costs an astronomical <strong>$700 a night<\/strong> on these dates. If you&#8217;re going, you&#8217;d best book everything well in advance and get detailed info from the official site <a href=\"https:\/\/eclipse2026.is\/where-to-see\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">eclipse2026.is<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Treacherous_Waves_and_the_Dangerous_Reynisfjara_Beach\"><\/span>3. Treacherous Waves and the Dangerous Reynisfjara Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Iceland has long been the absolute safest country in the world in terms of crime, the <strong>nature here doesn&#8217;t forgive mistakes<\/strong>. The most famous and, sadly, most tragic example is the gorgeous <strong>black beach of Reynisfjara<\/strong> near the town of V\u00edk in the south of the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enormous waves, dramatic basalt columns and magical black sand form a breathtaking combination that draws crowds with cameras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I have to warn you very strongly about the phenomenon of so-called <strong>sneaker waves<\/strong> (treacherous, hidden waves). These waves arrive very unexpectedly, carry enormous force and reach tens of metres further up the beach than the previous ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2013, six tourists have sadly lost their lives here, and most recently, in August 2025, the current swept away a nine-year-old girl. The beach now has a warning light traffic signal, which please <strong>respect without exception<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The golden rule is: <strong>never turn your back<\/strong> on the ocean and stay at least thirty metres from the water. A photo really isn&#8217;t worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Chasing_the_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis\"><\/span>4. Chasing the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People often ask me whether winter flights to Iceland will guarantee them a sight of the Northern Lights. The honest answer is: no, they won&#8217;t \u2014 but your <strong>chances are huge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest travel myths is that the Northern Lights are somehow connected to cold and frost. In reality, to see them you only need three crucial things: <strong>complete darkness (which is why you&#8217;ve no chance in summer), a clear, cloudless sky and sufficient solar activity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2026 is still well above average and exceptional for viewing, because <strong>the solar cycle is highly active<\/strong>, as confirmed by experts at NOAA. Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I got incredibly lucky and saw that fascinating green show on our very first evening, right by the guesthouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget to bring a tripod, because on the camera screen you&#8217;ll see the aurora far more clearly than with the naked eye (shoot on manual, <strong>ISO around 1600\u20133200<\/strong> and an exposure of 5\u201315 seconds). Also keep a regular eye on the KP index and cloud layers in the Ve\u00f0ur app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Eat_Without_Wrecking_Your_Budget\"><\/span>Where to Eat (Without Wrecking Your Budget)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you start thinking about how much a holiday in Iceland costs, food will probably be the <strong>most painful item<\/strong> on the bill. A visit to even a perfectly ordinary restaurant can easily set you back <strong>2,000 to 3,500 ISK<\/strong> (roughly \u00a312 to \u00a320) for just a main course. Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I are vegetarians, and although Iceland is a paradise for lovers of meat and fish, exploring a slightly different culinary scene was surprisingly no problem at all, and we ate brilliantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Bonus_Supermarkets_and_Cooking_on_the_Road\"><\/span>1. B\u00f3nus Supermarkets and Cooking on the Road<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every traveller&#8217;s best friend in Iceland is the <strong>B\u00f3nus supermarket<\/strong>, which you&#8217;ll spot from afar by its iconic yellow sign with the cheeky pink piggy. They have by far the friendliest prices, so this is where we&#8217;d go to stock up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We regularly bought lovely fresh bread, Icelandic cheeses, plenty of vegetables, and in the guesthouse we&#8217;d <strong>prepare our own snacks<\/strong> each morning for the whole long day of trips. A slightly pricier alternative is the Kr\u00f3nan supermarket, and if you want something more premium, head to Hagkaup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One more absolutely essential tip on drinks: <strong>tap water<\/strong> across the whole of Iceland is incredibly delicious, drinkable and <strong>completely free<\/strong>. Buying bottled water in plastic at the shop here is a huge sin, a waste of plastic and, above all, money thrown away. Just bring a reusable bottle from home and refill it anywhere from the tap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Great_Vegetarian_Spots_in_Reykjavik\"><\/span>2. Great Vegetarian Spots in Reykjav\u00edk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reykjav\u00edk surprised us no end with its options for non-meat-eaters. I warmly recommend the renowned little <strong>spot Chickpea<\/strong>, where we had absolutely perfect fresh falafel with amazing hummus and warm pita.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excellent, colourful and healthy vegetarian bowls are made <strong>at the restaurant Gl\u00f3<\/strong>. And if, after a whole day freezing outside, you crave something warm and hearty, the pizzeria <strong>Flatey Pizza<\/strong> (on Grandagar\u00f0ur street) does a superb Margherita baked right in a wood-fired oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For breakfast we fell in love with the traditional <strong>Icelandic dairy product skyr<\/strong>. Don&#8217;t worry, it&#8217;s basically a thick yoghurt and is completely vegetarian. A tub of skyr is packed with protein (easily 16 grams) and fills you up wonderfully before a long hike to the waterfalls. In the towns you&#8217;ll also come across excellent Icelandic bakeries that make fantastic <strong>cinnamon buns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Traditional_Icelandic_Cuisine_for_Carnivores\"><\/span>3. Traditional Icelandic Cuisine (for Carnivores)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not vegetarian, Icelandic gastronomy offers a few very specific (and for some, perhaps terrifying) experiences. The national dish here is so-called <strong>h\u00e1karl, which is fermented shark<\/strong>. After catching it, locals leave it to rot and ferment buried in the ground for months, then wash it down with strong Icelandic schnapps, Brenniv\u00edn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another common delicacy, which you&#8217;ll smell in every supermarket, is har\u00f0fiskur \u2014 <strong>hard-dried fish<\/strong>, eaten spread with a thick layer of butter. And of course there&#8217;s the ever-present <strong>Icelandic lamb<\/strong>. The sheep roam completely free across the mountains from spring to autumn, and Icelandic lamb soups are reportedly very popular among tourists after a whole day out in the cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bureaucracy_Documents_and_Etiquette_to_Prepare_For\"><\/span>Bureaucracy, Documents and Etiquette to Prepare For<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Travelling around Europe is changing fast and the paperwork is piling up, but luckily Iceland is one of those countries where fairly <strong>simple rules<\/strong> still apply to UK travellers, even though this island isn&#8217;t formally a member of the European Union at all. There&#8217;s no visa to worry about for short trips \u2014 you just need to focus on a few cultural and practical quirks that&#8217;ll save you a lot of awkward moments and make your stay easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Passport_and_a_Word_on_ETIAS_and_EES\"><\/span>1. Passport, and a Word on ETIAS and EES<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Because Iceland is a firm, full member of the Schengen Area, UK citizens can visit visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism. You&#8217;ll need a <strong>valid passport<\/strong> (with at least three months&#8217; validity beyond your planned departure and issued within the last 10 years). There&#8217;s a lot of wild chatter online lately about new fees and systems, so let&#8217;s set the record straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From 10 April 2026, the biometric EES system fully launches at the borders, and by the end of 2026 so does the paid travel authorisation ETIAS (the European equivalent of America&#8217;s ESTA, costing \u20ac20). As a UK traveller, <strong>both of these will apply to you<\/strong> as a non-EU visitor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In practice, EES means your fingerprints and a photo will be registered at the border instead of a passport stamp, and ETIAS is a quick online form you&#8217;ll fill out before travel. Neither is complicated, but do factor in <strong>slightly longer queues<\/strong> at Keflav\u00edk while the new system beds in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Nudity_Rules_in_Icelandic_Pools\"><\/span>2. Nudity Rules in Icelandic Pools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While most tourists head straight for luxury spas like the famous Blue Lagoon (where you&#8217;ll pay crazy money), our favourite was the <strong>ordinary municipal pools<\/strong> called Sundlaug. You&#8217;ll find them in every smaller town, the water is heated by geothermal energy to a gorgeous 38\u201340\u00b0C, and entry costs only a fraction of the price. They do, however, have one <strong>very strict and uncompromising rule<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1253\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1.jpg\" alt=\"Nudity rules in Icelandic pools\" class=\"wp-image-217367\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-pravidla-nahoty-v-islandskych-bazenech-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nudity rules in Icelandic pools<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you even enter the pool, you must wash thoroughly with soap in the communal showers (including hair and armpits), and <strong>completely without swimwear<\/strong>! For us Central Europeans this is quite a shock at first, but Iceland uses an absolute minimum of chlorine in the water, and hygiene here is simply sacred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The changing rooms are often supervised by staff who will <strong>send you back without mercy<\/strong> if you try to wash with clothes on. Don&#8217;t be shy \u2014 nobody&#8217;s going to stare at you, it&#8217;s simply a completely natural part of their culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Forget_Cash_and_Dont_Forget_Your_PIN\"><\/span>3. Forget Cash, and Don&#8217;t Forget Your PIN<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As I touched on above, exchanging Icelandic kr\u00f3nur (ISK) at a bureau de change back home is utterly pointless and you probably won&#8217;t even find them anyway. Iceland is a <strong>near-100% cashless society<\/strong>, where you can pay by card absolutely everywhere \u2014 from a morning coffee in a tiny caf\u00e9, to a camping fee somewhere by a glacier, to using the toilet at a rest stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1253\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1.jpg\" alt=\"Forget cash and don&#039;t forget your PIN\" class=\"wp-image-217368\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-sec-zapomente-na-hotovost-a-nezapomente-pin-1-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Forget cash and don&#8217;t forget your PIN<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The one absolutely critical thing you must have sorted is carrying a <strong>physical plastic payment card<\/strong> and knowing your PIN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At self-service petrol stations (for example the very popular N1 chain) or at parking machines, simply tapping a phone with Apple Pay or Google Pay <strong>very often doesn&#8217;t work<\/strong>, or there&#8217;s a contactless limit of 7,500 ISK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fuel pump will simply, point-blank, require you to <strong>insert your card<\/strong> into the reader and tap in the numbers. Without it, you&#8217;re going nowhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Next\"><\/span>Where to Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If Iceland is calling you, Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I have put together plenty of other resources to help you plan your dream trip down to the last detail and gather more inspiration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-complete-travel-guide\/\">Iceland Guide: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/when-visit-iceland-weather\/\">When to Visit Iceland? A Practical Weather Summary<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-october\/\">What Iceland Is Like in October and What It Cost Us<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-landmarks\/\">The Most Beautiful Places in Iceland You Can&#8217;t Miss<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_many_days_do_I_need_to_drive_around_Iceland\"><\/span>1. How many days do I need to drive around Iceland?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If you want to drive the entire Ring Road at a relaxed pace (all the way around, 1,322 km), set aside <strong>at least 8 to 10 days<\/strong>. Less time means just stress in the car. If you only have 4 to 5 days, focus solely on Reykjav\u00edk, the Golden Circle, and the south coast. To visit the remote Westfjords or the interior (Highlands), you&#8217;ll ideally need 12 to 14 days.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_4%C3%974_vehicle_or_will_a_regular_car_do\"><\/span>Do I need a 4&#215;4 vehicle, or will a regular car do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In the summer season, a regular smaller car (2WD) will be more than enough for driving the main asphalt Ring Road and visiting the Golden Circle. However, if you&#8217;re traveling in the winter months or planning to venture into the rugged interior on unpaved mountain roads (F-roads) in summer, <strong>4&#215;4 drive is an absolute necessity<\/strong> and even your legal obligation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Should_you_reconsider_your_visit_because_of_ongoing_volcanic_eruptions\"><\/span>3. Should you reconsider your visit because of ongoing volcanic eruptions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Definitely not. The volcanic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula is very localized and the eruptions are so-called effusive (lava just flows out and the volcano doesn&#8217;t spew huge clouds of ash). Keflav\u00edk Airport and the main tourist routes like the Ring Road are operating <strong>completely normally<\/strong>. You just need to follow the current information on safetravel.is and avoid the evacuated area around the town of Grindav\u00edk.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_week-long_vacation_in_Iceland_cost_for_two_people\"><\/span>How much does a week-long vacation in Iceland cost for two people?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A week-long road trip for two people with an average rental car (including insurance), petrol, accommodation in warmer guesthouses and occasional eating out will cost you on average <strong>\u20ac3,200 to \u20ac5,200<\/strong> (excluding flights) for a mid-range experience. If you&#8217;re on a tight budget, cooking pasta and sleeping in a tent with a Camping Card, you&#8217;ll get down to roughly \u20ac2,000 to \u20ac2,800.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Whats_the_situation_with_taxes_and_expensive_gas_in_2026\"><\/span>5. What&#8217;s the situation with taxes and expensive gas in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>From January 2026, a so-called mileage tax was newly introduced, which amounts to 6.95 ISK per kilometer driven. The car rental company will usually charge it to you at the end of your trip. Thanks to the introduction of this tax, however, the government abolished part of the fees at gas stations, so fuel prices dropped significantly from the previous 305 ISK per liter to a more pleasant <strong>210 to 225 ISK per liter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Is_Reynisfjara_Black_Beach_Really_That_Dangerous\"><\/span>6. Is Reynisfjara Black Beach Really That Dangerous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Unfortunately, yes. While the beach is beautiful, it&#8217;s notoriously known for the phenomenon of so-called <strong>&#8220;sneaker waves&#8221;<\/strong> (hidden, treacherous waves). These massive waves come completely unexpectedly and with enormous force reach dozens of meters further than regular ones. Since 2013, six people have died here. It&#8217;s essential to watch the warning signal, not walk close to the water, and <strong>never turn your back to the ocean<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781200000006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Do_I_need_a_passport_visa_or_ETIAS_fee_for_the_trip\"><\/span>7. Do I need a passport, visa, or ETIAS fee for the trip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t need a visa or even a passport at all. Iceland is a full member of the European Schengen Area, so all you need to enter is a regular <strong>valid ID card<\/strong>. Moreover, citizens of the Czech Republic are not affected at all by the upcoming bureaucratic changes called ETIAS and EES, which are intended for travelers from outside the European Union.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Where to fly direct, when fares are cheapest and how much a return to Iceland costs. After PLAY&#8217;s collapse, we explain who flies now and how to save.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":217112,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Flights to Iceland 2026: Where, When & How Much","rank_math_description":"Planning flights to Iceland in 2026? Find the best routes, cheapest fares, the PLAY collapse update and money-saving tips. 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