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13 Icelandair Routes Between Iceland and The United States

• November 11, 2023
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Americans looking to experience an excellent cold-weather tourist destination not too far away should look into going to Iceland. The same goes for Icelanders looking to experience the best of what the United States has to offer.

Luckily, there is only one real option for travelers to fly between Iceland and the United States, which is on board Icelandair.

In this article, we’ll discuss the background of Icelandair and some of the cities in the United States where you can find a nonstop flight to Iceland being offered by Icelandair.

What Is Icelandair?

Icelandair is the national flag carrier airline for the nation of Iceland. 

Iceland serves as a very strategic point for the transatlantic air service, as the island country is found right in the middle between Europe and North America.

Icelandair business model took advantage of this notion. Passengers don’t have to endure hours stuck on an airplane trying to get from Europe to North America or vice versa. Flights go to Iceland where there are further connecting flights to either Europe or North America.

The airline is currently Iceland’s largest airline. They almost dominate the international market out of Iceland. The only other competing airline based in Iceland is the relatively new Play Airlines.

Today, Icelandair flies to 21 countries in Europe and North America. 

Where in Iceland Does Icelandair Fly Out Of On Flights to The United States?

All flights between Iceland and the United States utilize Keflavik International Airport found on the outskirts of Reykjavik.

Keflavik is the only airport in Iceland that accepts international flights. The airport is served by two other American carriers, Delta Airlines and United Airlines .

IcelandAir dominates the market share out of Keflavik. The airline offers more flights than any other airline found at this airport. The only other airline that comes close is its competitor airline Play Airlines.

U.S Cities Icelandair Provides Service to Iceland

The following cities in the United States are currently offering nonstop flights to and from Iceland.

Icelandair offers flights between Keflavik and Baltimore Thurgood Marshall International Airport daily in both directions. 

The airline utilizes its Boeing 737 Max 8 on this route. Overall, the flight takes roughly 5 to 6 hours depending on the direction you are heading and the winds aloft. 

This particular route is offered to primarily serve the Middle Atlantic region of the United States. Icelandair does serve the Washington D.C area, however, for most getting to the nation’s capital airports can be a pain thanks to the amount of car traffic.

Icelandair doesn’t offer a flight to Philadelphia International Airport, which would be the region’s next largest international airport. So Baltimore International Airport would be the next best option for folks living in the Middle Atlantic states.

The flight between Boston-Logan International Airport and Keflavik is conducted once per day by Icelandair.

This route is flown by several aircraft in Icelandair’s fleet. The airline uses the Boeing 737 Max 8, Boeing 767, and the Boeing 757 on this flight. Since Boston is one of the larger U.S. cities that Icelandair provides service to, you can expect more customer demand. That’s why it makes perfect sense that they are continuing to use the aging Boeing 757s and Boeing 767s on this route. These aircraft can accommodate more people on a single trip in comparison to a Boeing 737 Max 8.

The flight between Boston and Keflavik takes closer to 5 hours to complete. Boston is the largest airport Icelandair flies to in the New England area. This means that people living in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont must make their way to Boston to catch a flight to Iceland.

Icelandair provides nonstop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Keflavik International Airport three days a week. Flights happening in either direction are flown on alternating days. For example, if the flight from Iceland to Chicago occurs on a Wednesday, then the return flight will be flown on Thursday.

This particular route is flown by Icelandair’s Boeing 737 Max 8 and Boeing 737 Max 9. The flight duration between these two destinations is about 6 hours.

Chicago is one of two Great Lakes region cities that Icelandair provides nonstop service two. The other is Detriot, Michigan. 

Being another cold-weather city similar to Iceland, you can probably guess why service to and from this region is only every other day. Americans fleeing Chicago might opt to visit more pleasant weather destinations. The same would go for Icelanders visiting the United States.

The second longest flight offered between the United States and Iceland with Icelandair is the flight between Denver, Colorado, and Keflavik. Icelandair provides service from Iceland to Denver International Airport.

The flight is completed on Icelandair’s Boeing 737 Max 9 and is offered three days a week with returning flights to Iceland being offered every other day. It takes over 7 hours to complete this route.

Unfortunately, this route is coming to an end for Icelandair in January 2024. Icelandair announced that this route is going to be suspended. Just like Chicago, Denver is a colder weather destination. The demand for flights to Iceland or flights to Denver just was not there.

The second Great Lakes region destination Icelandair will begin flying to is Detriot, Michigan. 

This route is slated to launch in March 2024. This will give Michiganders a chance to avoid having to travel to Chicago to find a direct flight to Iceland.

Minneapolis

Minneapolis is another cold-weather U.S. city that is served by Icelandair with a nonstop flight to Iceland. This flight is only offered three times a week with the return flight to Iceland occurring on alternate days.

This flight is conducted by Icelandair’s Boeing 737 Max 8. Overall, the flight duration for flights in both directions approaches closer to 7 hours. 

The flight to Minneapolis is another route being discontinued by Icelandair. With Minneapolis being a cold-weather city, the demand isn’t there for flights to another cold region of the world, such as Iceland.

New York City

Probably one of the most sought-after destinations Icelandair flies between is New York City. Icelandair offers flights between Keflavik and New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport.  This flight is offered twice per day in both directions daily.

Icelandair uses their Boeing 737 Max 8’s, Boeing 737 Max 9s, and Boeing 767-300s for this route. Similar situation to the Boston flight, the high demand for travel between these two cities allowed the airline to utilize the older Boeing 767 which can fit more people per flight.

The flight between New York and Iceland takes about 6 hours in both directions.

A New York route can be very lucrative for any airline to compete on. However, interestingly enough Icelandair doesn’t have much competition for this route. They are the only airline offering nonstop service from JFK Airport to Iceland. 

The Greater New York Area is supplemented with an additional flight option, that is Newark, New Jersey. Icelandair flies to Newark Liberty International Airport three times a week with same-day return flights. 

Keflavik and Newark are the lesser demanded nonstop flights to the New York Area which is why the route is flown on their Boeing 737 Max 9’s. 

However, it’s always nice to have options whenever you are flying. So whether you are flying into New York, you can either choose to go to JFK Airport or Newark Airport.

The most southerly destination that Icelandair flies to in the United States is Orlando, Florida. Flights terminate or originate from Orlando International Airport. This flight route is offered daily.

Icelandair alternates using a Boeing 737 Max 8 and a Boeing 757 on this particular route. This is one of the longer routes to the United States being offered by Icelandair. The flight duration approaches closer to 8 hours. 

This must be a highly sought-after route because of the opposites of weather offered in both of these destinations. Florida travelers looking to experience a colder weather environment can find that in Iceland. Icelanders can beat the cold weather by flying down to Orlando.

This is one of Icelandair’s newly announced routes to the United States beginning in May of 2024. The flight will be offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays between May and October.

The Pittsburgh-Rekyjavik route is a unique route by Icelandair. Pittsburgh International Airport isn’t an international airport by normal means, as it currently has one other international flight to Europe via British Airways. It is also found several miles out of the way of the city of Pittsburgh making mass transportation to get to and from the airport pretty difficult. 

Also, there might not be a sustainable amount of demand to keep this route going as Pittsburgh isn’t one of the first cities you think of for going to vacation in the United States.

Portland (Oregon)

The route to Portland, Oregon from Iceland is the longest route to and from the United States offered by Icelandair. This route utilizes Portland International Airport. The flight is only offered on a seasonal basis. It is flown on three times a week with the return flight back to Iceland being flown on alternate days.

Icelandair exclusively uses the Boeing 757-200 on this route. The 757-200 has a long enough range as well as the complement of customers to make this route profitable for the airline.

Portland is Icelandair’s only west coast destination. Surprisingly, the airline didn’t choose Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle as its sole west coast city to fly into. This route might not be one of the airline’s most profitable ones which makes sense why it’s only offered on a seasonal basis.

Icelandair offers a route between Keflavik and Raleigh Durham International Airport in Raleigh, North Carolina. This route is flown three days per week with the return flight happening on alternating days.

The Boeing 737 Max 8 is Icelandair’s aircraft of choice for this particular route. The flight takes close to six hours to complete.

This flight was probably put on the schedule to serve the Carolinas and Georgia region of the United States. Without Raleigh being served by Icelandair, flyers from the United States would have to travel south to Orlando to find a nonstop flight to Iceland or go to Baltimore.

Washington DC

The Washington DC metro area is served by Icelandair with a nonstop flight to Iceland three days a week. Flights are flown to and out of Washington Dulles International Airport. 

Icelandair chose to use their Boeing 737 Max 8 on this flight. The total time needed to complete this flight is roughly 6 and ½ hours.

Washington DC is a pretty solid destination for Icelandair to fly in and from. Icelanders wanting to visit the national capital now have a direct flight to land them right in the middle of it. People living in Virginia and the District of Columbia don’t have to battle traffic leaving the metro area to venture to Baltimore to find a nonstop flight to Iceland.

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What to Know Before Flying Icelandair, According to Passenger Reviews

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Founded in 1937, Icelandair connects destinations in North America and Europe via its hub, Keflavik International Airport — Iceland's largest airport. With affordable flights to and from major U.S. cities, including Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York City, and more, Icelandair is a popular airline for travelers hoping to explore Iceland , either on a vacation to the island nation or during a quick stopover en route to their final destination. The Icelandair Stopover makes it easy to include Iceland on transatlantic trips, allowing travelers to make a one- to seven-day stop in Iceland at no additional airfare — that's plenty of time to check out the destination's famous geysers, waterfalls, and volcanos and take a dip in the Blue Lagoon continuing your journey. The airline also offers package vacations (including trips for northern lights seekers) for visitors hoping to discover the land of fire and ice.

Here's everything you need to know before you fly, including baggage policies, fare classes, and more, according to Icelandair reviews.

Fare Classes

There are five classes of service on international Icelandair flights: Economy Light, Economy Standard, Economy Flex, Saga Premium, and Saga Premium Flex. As the name implies, Flex fares allow more flexibility with the ability to cancel or change your flight or get a refund for partly used tickets. All fares include complimentary in-flight entertainment, blankets and pillows, and nonalcoholic beverages.

Economy Light is the least expensive option, and it's also the most restrictive. It doesn't include checked baggage or seat selection, but passengers can bring a carry-on bag and a personal item. Economy Standard is a basic main cabin option that includes a checked bag, a carry-on and personal item, seat selection, and nonalcoholic beverages. Economy Flex offers those perks plus gate-to-gate Wi-Fi and flight changes and refunds.

Tripadvisor reviewer Christoph R. spoke highly of his economy flight, saying "Really good experience, even for Economy. Friendly staff, nice new planes, good service."

Saga Premium is Icelandair's premium cabin, akin to business class. This fare includes two checked bags, a carry-on and personal item, priority boarding, priority check-in, fast track through security, seat selection featuring more spacious seats, complimentary meals, gate-to-gate Wi-Fi, and lounge access. Finally, Saga Premium Flex includes all that plus an additional carry-on, easier ticket changes, and full refunds. Other perks for the Saga Premium class include headsets, alcoholic beverages, hot towels, and power sockets.

Comparing the levels of service, Tripadvisor reviewer Tim Y. said, "Economy class cost on Icelandair is reasonable as long as you pack your own food with you, and Saga Premium is not inexpensive, but is definitely worth it if you think of it as cheap Business."

Flight Change and Cancellation Policy

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Icelandair altered its flight change policies. You can change your flight without paying a fee for all international flights and for domestic flights booked for a certain time frame. You can receive a full refund if you cancel a reservation (made more than seven days in advance of your departure) within 24 hours after booking. For the most flexibility and peace of mind, Flex fares might be your best option, as they allow for changes (although a fare difference may apply), cancellations, and refunds of partly used tickets.

Baggage Policies and Fees

All international fare classes include one carry-on bag (up to 22 pounds) and one personal item, and Saga Premium Flex passengers can bring two carry-on bags on board. For international flights, Economy Light does not include a checked bag, Economy Standard and Economy Flex include one checked bag that weighs up to 50 pounds, and Saga Premium and Saga Premium Flex include two checked bags that weigh up to 70 pounds. For overweight bags 50 to 70 pounds, there is a charge of $50 to $80, and extra bags cost $59 to $95, depending on your destination. You can pre-purchase baggage online before your trip for a discount.

Several online reviewers recommend reading up on the airline's baggage policies before getting to the airport so you can avoid paying extra fees. Tripadvisor reviewer AliciaM said, "Note to all travelers — read the emails before the flights, measure your luggage, and weigh it. This didn't seem to be as big of an issue in other countries, but many people were getting bags pulled and charged to check them in the U.S. This is incredibly expensive, so pay attention to the requirements."

Seats and Legroom

Icelandair uses two configurations across its fleet, but economy seats generally have 32 inches of legroom and Saga Premium seats have 40 inches. On the 737 and 757 planes, the economy cabin is laid out with 3-3 seating configurations, while Saga Premium has 2-2 configurations. On the 767, seating configurations are 2-3-2 in economy and 2-1-2 in Saga Premium. Online reviews of Icelandair's seats are varied — some say the legroom is sufficient and comparable to major U.S. airlines, while others say the seats are uncomfortable for long-haul flights.

Amenities and Entertainment

Complimentary in-flight entertainment, including movies and TV shows as well as a selection of Icelandic music, is available on international flights. Meals and alcoholic beverages are included for Saga Premium and Saga Premium Flex fares, and they're available for purchase with debit or credit cards or Icelandair Saga Points for passengers in economy (a selection of nonalcoholic beverages is included). Children ages two to 11 get a free kids meal with juice on international flights. Wi-Fi is included with Economy Flex, Saga Premium, and Saga Flex fares, and other customers can purchase it.

The stopover program is a favorite among travelers flying Icelandair. Tripadvisor reviewer Chris_elliott57 said, "The stopover was excellent... a must as Iceland is a fantastic country."

Icelandair Credit Cards

The First National Bank of Omaha offers two Icelandair credit cards available to U.S. residents — the Icelandair Mastercard and the Icelandair Premium Mastercard. Both offer points on purchases, bonus points after first purchases, and no foreign transaction fees. Unless you're a frequent traveler to Iceland, it would probably be wise to opt for a different travel card.

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Icelandair to Add 23 Non-Stop Flights from U.S. to Iceland

In the past few years, Iceland has gone from astronaut training site to the tourist destination most of your friends have visited. Give credit to Icelandair's stopover program , which lets North American travelers en route to Europe (or vice versa) take a pitstop in Iceland for up to seven days.

Now, though, Iceland has become a destination in its own right , and in recognition of this, Icelandair is adding 23 non-stop flights from the U.S. to Reykjavík in 2018. It's a mix of new routes, more runs on existing routes, and the return of spring and summer flights. More than 20 percent of the new flights will appear this May, just in time for you to book that summer trip. (And don't believe everything you see on Instagram—you can and should visit Iceland in the summer, even if you won't see the Northern Lights.) Here's the rundown of what's coming up in the next few months:

Cleveland: Starting May 16, Icelandair will offer four weekly non-stop flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

Kansas City: Starting May 26, Icelandair will offer seasonal service from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) with three non-stop flights a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

Baltimore: On May 28, the airline will return to Baltimore with four nonstop flights a week, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

Dallas: Icelandair will begin flying in and out of DFW on May 30, offering four non-stop flights a week.

San Francisco: Icelandair seasonal service returns on June 1, offering four nonstop flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Orlando: On September 30, Icelandair will increase the frequency of seasonal flights, adding a sixth weekly flight. Come October 3, the airline will begin daily service.

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Faqs - booking iceland flights, what nearby cities are reachable from keflavik international airport (kef) once i arrive in iceland.

It is straightforward to get to other nearby cities served by KEF Airport via a cab, a rental car, or bus services. Njardvik, Hafnir, and Sandgerdi are three additional nearby cities that you might probably visit while in Iceland in addition to Keflavik.

What child safety regulations must I be aware of before I rent a car in Iceland?

Iceland mandates that a child travels in a child seat with a five-point harness until they are large enough to ride in a booster. Additionally, the child seat must be facing backward until the child is at least one year old; rear-facing seats are advised until the child is three.

Are there any airport lounges on flight routes between Iceland and the United States?

Yes. If they wish to use airport lounges before boarding their preferred carriers, travelers going to Iceland from the US need to consider flying out of Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). The Delta Sky Club is an airport's economy lounge located in Terminal 1 of this airport. This lounge is easily accessible to travelers on a tight budget who are flying from the US to Iceland.

How can I board the first plane departing Stewart International Airport (SWF) on the SWF-KEF route?

Consider making a hotel reservation at a location closest to the airport if you plan to take the first flight from SWF to Iceland. A nearby hotel worth considering is Homewood Suites by Hilton Newburgh-Stewart Airport, which is located 2 minutes from the main terminal.

How do I get to Reykjavik City from Keflavik Airport?

Arriving passengers on flights from the US to Iceland can take the Straeto Routs 55 bus, which provides daily service to the Reykjavik City, or ride Flybus shuttle to Reykjavik Bus Terminal (BSI). Otherwise, you can rent a car or take a taxi downtown.

How can I visit the Blue Lagoon?

The heated water of the Blue Lagoon is world famous for its restorative and healing properties and is one of the biggest attractions on the island. The lagoon and spa are located near Grindavik, about 20m south of Keflavik Airport by car, so it’s very easy to visit after your flight and enjoy a relaxing swim in the turquoise water.

Can I buy local currency at Keflavik Airport?

Yes, you can. The local currency is the Icelandic Krona and there is a branch of Arion Bank in the Arrivals Hall at Keflavik Airport where you can exchange your dollars or make other financial transactions after your flight from the US to Iceland. The bank is open daily until midnight local time for your convenience.

Where should I fly if I wish to view the Aurora Borealis?

The Aurora Borealis, otherwise known as the Northern Lights, is the world’s most spectacular light show and is visible just about anywhere in Iceland with a clear view of the night sky just as long as it’s not snowing. Flying into Reykjavik is sufficient.

How long is the flight to Iceland?

An average nonstop flight from the United States to Iceland takes 10h 12m, covering a distance of 3491 miles. The most popular route is Newark - Reykjavik with an average flight time of 5h 35m.

What is the cheapest flight to Iceland?

The cheapest ticket to Iceland from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $157 one-way, and $236 round-trip. The most popular route is Newark to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $366.

Which airlines fly to Iceland?

Icelandair, JetBlue & PLAY fly the most frequently from the United States to Iceland. The most popular route is from New York to Reykjavik, and Air Canada, JetBlue and United Airlines fly this route the most.

What are the most popular destinations in Iceland?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Reykjavik (100% of total searches to Iceland). The next most popular destination is Akureyri (0.0%).

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Iceland

• Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Iceland flight deals.
• Reykjavik Airport (RKV) is widely chosen as the arrival airport among most travelers flying to Iceland from the US thanks to its closeness to Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland. Passengers flying this route out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have the choice of flying on indirect flights with one layover at Copenhagen Airport (CPH) on such airlines as Air Canada, Air France, or American Airways.
• Most tourists from the east coast areas of the United States who wish to travel to Iceland depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and arrive at one of the airports in Iceland. Tourists who wish to travel from the US to Iceland as swiftly as possible might consider the JFK to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) route. Icelandair 612 and Icelandair 614 are the two principal airlines that offer nonstop flight services on this route.
• Consider flying from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) if you plan to fly to Iceland from the central parts of the United States. No airlines are offering nonstop services on this route, leaving customers flying from the USA to Iceland with only the option of taking connecting flights.
• Most Americans who travel to Iceland frequently prefer to fly out of JFK. Since it acts as a hub for so many respected airlines that fly abroad from the United States, this airport is well-liked. Travelers leaving from this airport towards Iceland are likely to enjoy ticket discounts due to price competition among airlines.
• If you're coming from the northwest region of the United States to Iceland, you might want to consider departing from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Consider flying into Akureyri International Airport (AEY) if you want to leave SEA Airport as quickly as possible. On this route, one-stop indirect flights with a layover at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) are offered by the majority of carriers, like Lufthansa and Air Canada.
• US citizens booking flights from the US to Iceland do not require a visa in order to travel. Iceland is part of the Schengen program, therefore US permanent residents from EU countries that are members of the Schengen zone also do not require a visa.
• Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the only international gateway to Iceland and is situated at the southwestern tip of the island. This airport is used mainly for international flights so if you wish to fly to other areas of the country, you must use Reykjavik Airport (RKV), which is about 2 mi from Reykjavik City.
• There are only a handful of airlines that offer nonstop flights to Iceland from the United States and all of them originate from cities on the Eastern seaboard. Icelandair flies direct from JFK in New York and Newark’s EWR while JetBlue flies nonstop from Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston.
• Air Iceland is the country’s main domestic carrier and uses Reykjavik Airport as its hub. If you prefer to fly around the country, you can fly Air Iceland to other regional airports such as Raufarhofn Airport (RFN), which services the Northeastern Region of the country, and Isafjordhur Airport (IFJ) if you are traveling to the West Fjords area.
• Iceland is a nature lover’s paradise and no trip is truly complete without a visit to Snaefellsjokull National Park, which is home to a glacier, volcanic lava fields and various local wildlife. The park is found in the outer reaches of the Western Region, not far from Hellisandur, and once you fly into Keflavik Airport, it will take you about 4h to get there by car.

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Don't need the male flight attended lecturing. The whole plane on how to act when there was no problems.Other than that everything was great

My Flight was cancelled and there was no other options available for me to Travel on that date and my options for the next day was all connecting flights that would have me in the airports all day before reaching my destination

Other airlines were canceling flights but Delta got us home. Crew was friendly and professional. It would have been nice to have had a little more notice about the delays because we had already arrived at the airport when the first of several delays were communicated but I understand that storm forecasting isn’t simple and we were grateful that Delta didn’t just cancel the flight.

Not pleasant. We arrived several hours late and my friend and driver were waiting for me a long time at Tucson airport. At first we had to divert to phoenix due to shitty weather. Well, i guess I can’t fault anyone for that. But then when they refueled , they overfueled and we had to wait even longer for the plane to burn off excess fuel. So someone really screwed up there and should get fired. Human error is really inexcusable.

Left on time. Arrived on time. That’s all i ask.

Flight was changed from departing from Boston to departing from Detroit.

AC barely worked on a 50 minute flight. It was very warm the whole flight. Flight was very bumpy and hard landing.

Loyal Delta traveler, but last nights flight was a train wreck. Seated in 1B after multiple delays. Then we couldn’t takeoff because of an issue with the passenger that was ‘not in compliance’ and had to deplane along with the threat if they did not deplane, all the passengers would be required to do so. Finally they were escorted off, but the experience threw off the crew. Disruptive for everyone. Service was a mess, televisions didn’t work, bathroom door kept swinging open during the entire flight whenever empty …

Canceled last minute. Also canceled another flight that my brother was supposed to be on. Delta is horrible now. Never flying them again.

Did not get a vegetarian option in 1st class and the video was not working.

We were traveling as a family of 5 and they refused to seat us together. There were entire rows open, and my 13 year old daughter had to sit alone. Ridiculous!

Never happened, because of the first delayed flight I lost the connection and had to wait overnight and take two flights to reach my destination.

Very poor the plane itself was really old, slight smell that couldn’t be named. I didn’t even get a boarding pass UNTIL AFTER clearing security! Even then, they said when I get to my connected flight I’ll get my 2nd boarding pass there! A bit ridiculous!

The plane was delayed ~ 40 minutes. Communication could have been better. The entertainment was poor. We were not offered headsets by the flight attendants. The arm rest pad did not work properly, thus, I could not select what I wanted to watch.

Flight was delayed due to weather and clogged toilet. Had to deplane. Flight was 3 hours delayed. Crew was awesome and offered water and snacks.

The flight was mostly on time, smooth and deplaning was quick. Baggage was really quick at the claim. Comfort was so-so and I paid for economy plus. It was still too crowded and why was a family of 5 scattered all around the plane?

Great checkin experience and flight crew were very friendly and helpful

Pot and crew did a tremendous job landing in Savannah in the middle of the tropical storm. !!

Exceptional, I’d like to specifically recognize Robert for his outstanding customer service. He is professional, pleasant, and personable.

Our flight was delayed several times. It left 9 hours after scheduling. We had to sleep in the airport.

never seen an international flight , over 5 hours that had no food provided. we flew from iceland to vancouver, no food, no even a snack. For entertainment you had to buy the headphones which are normally also provided for free on any other airlines.

Did not like last minute change to our itinerary that made us spend the night in the airport

did internet check in but still had to get checked in at the counter and this was not the first time. Bummer!

The seats are very close to one another and it is a bit uncomfortable, especially since I was in a middle seat.

7 hours 15 min flight from SEA to Iceland with no inflight entertainment and no power to charge your own devices, also no meal service, not even any snacks/cookies. You have to buy food and the options are extremely limited (i.e. ham and cheese sandwich and spicy cup noodles). I didn't think Iceland air was a budget airline, maybe I was wrong, the cost of the ticket didn't feel like it though.

The cabin was first too hot and then too cold. The AC was central, so there was no way to adjust it. The entertainment was really mediocre. But the crew and flight attendants were great.

Not good. It’s a terrible budget experience and the crew were not very helpful. The plane was so hot and uncomfortable and the entertainment was awful (not even headphones offered and antiquated jacks that don’t work with new iPhones). I was placed on standby for my flight home for no apparent reason, causing me to be put in the worst seat and at the end of the plane. They did not try to fix the situation.

The cost for the flight was quite reasonable and transferring to a new flight in Reykjavík went smoothly. There was enough time to grab a bite to eat at the airport, and the luggage transferred to the new flight with no problem.

Great crew, bumpy landings, two-hour wait for baggage with no communication or explanation. Will not fly again!

The staff was really friendly and was comfortable. I found it disappointing that we were never offered any snacks while on the flight. For such a long flight and the amount we paid for our ticket that was unacceptable. Not sure if I’ll fly Icelandair again.

have screens on backs of chairs...offer free snacks and water

Boarding and crew was great. Flight was cold, need layers. Deplaning was hard. We had to take stairs off the plane and I was separated from my travel companion because we were not seated together and they would not let him wait for me to get off so we were forced onto different shuttles.

Check in and boarding was easy, crew was cheerful. Not much to read or do on the plane and our neighboring passengers were talking loudly so we could not sleep. But overall good. Great coffee.

Flyplay is the only way I travel to Europe. Had a 15 hr layover in Iceland. Normally this would suck, but I regret a car and saw the black sand beaches, several waterfalls and sky lagoon. And finished with lamb at cafe Loki.

did not get the seats we had specially paid for

This is a no frills airline. You cant expect much for the price. Low cost flight, clean, nice staff. That's all I need for the price. If you want more, book with another airline and pay more. For Europe trips, PLAY is the ONLY airline I use

Misleading instructions for check in. Although I did virtual check in and was instructed to head to security, once I was at security, they told me to go back to Play ticket counter and get paper tickets. Also, beware that Play doesn’t participate in TSA PreCheck. I didn’t know that, despite entering PreCheck info when I purchased the tickets. I wasted time in the TSA PreCheck line as well. So we had two setbacks at check in.

It's a budget airline, so forewarned is forearmed. Yes, you pay for everything like carry-on, checked baggage, seat selection, but that's becoming the case with major airlines. Bringing your own snacks and entertainment on board is highly recommended. It's no frills, but the crew, the plane and the flight itself was great. If you want pampering go for a larger airline. If you just want to get from A to B in comfort and safety, Play is a great choice.

It is a low cost airline. Staff are courteous. There is no entertainment. Food is purchased.

Upon boarding, the people at the gate were extremely rude, there were no outlets on a 6 hour international flight, there was no entertainment, all food and drink was purchase only (even snacks), and my seat reclining function was fully broken. The only redeeming quality was the flight attendants were extremely nice. This was by far the worst flight I have ever been on in my entire life

Small plane with no space, old seats, no entertainment, big turbulences

Worst experience ever. Flight was cancelled no one answering phones and no AC personnel at the airport. As a result I had to rent a car to get to my destination on time. Won’t be taking this airline for a long while.

Terrible. Air Canada decided to wait for another flight. Due to the waiting, the weather got worse and connedting flight got cancelled. Air Canada said it was all due to the weather and didn’t pay me for the hotel. Not speaking of 3 hours waiting for my luggage. Never again!

Flight was delayed an ultimately cancelled. Took me close to 45 mins with an Air Canada staff to be put on another flight.

Could not switch flights. No help from check in Four people doing nothing. Two hour wait on telephone but no other flights available. Overall experience sucked.

Boarding was particularly poorly done with disregard for courtesy, professionalism, and efficiency. Think mid 70’s bus station.

This is the first and the last time I ever fly Air Canada. The seats were extremely uncomfortable, no leg room. My back was throbbing by the time the flight was over. I payed both flights up and back for internet and both times had trouble connecting all while the clock was ticking on my payed subscription. Here's the worst part which I have never experienced on a flight before. the flight attendant would walk down the aisle with the drink cart and only give out drinks to selected passengers. This was not a big plane, there were not that many passengers! We were totally ignored, I had to ask three times for my husband to get a drink. My son and his girlfriend were sitting across the isle from us and received a snack but we were never offered a snack or anything. My son's girlfriend had children sitting behind her who were continually kicking her seat the entire flight. I have never wrote a negative review for an airline before but after spending my money for four seats I was extremely disappointed in your service.

First leg on journey was great, plane amenities, crew and arrival time

In general our flights were awful. They cancelled flights, and we lost one night at the hotel in Athens that it was already paid. Also we paid extra for the seats we assigned in advance but since they were cancelled the flights, we lost our seats,. we were running back and forth for the connections. THEY DIDN’T FOLLOW OUR ORIGINAL ITINERARY. Our itinerary was change to :LAX TO VANCOUVER ,MUNICH , then NAPLES, ATHENS. Because our original flight was cancelled we spent one night in Munich. Due to all the changes we lost money and time for our original schedule. We are seniors and running in the airport to catch the flights was very frustrating and painful. We are hoping from Air Canada / Lufthansa to take responsibility and compensate us for those events. We are filling frustrated .

The economy seats did not have sufficient leg room, but it is what it is. I normally do premium economy, but my ticket was a present.

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This Icelandair sale offers round-trip flights from the U.S. to Iceland for as low as $339

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Starting today, Icelandair is offering round-trip flights from the U.S. to Iceland for as little as $339 round-trip.

This deal is valid through Apr. 13, 2021, and is valid from all of Icelandair's U.S. gateways. Pricing varies by city, with the cheapest fares offered from New York-JFK to Reykjavik (KEF). The airline is also discounting flights to other European destinations, and you can add in a free Iceland stopover on any itinerary. This gives you a great way to see two cities for the price of one once international travel starts to reopen.

Further, the airline also offers package deals that include flights, a hotel stay and other perks. These packages start at $599 and are an excellent way to see Iceland when you're comfortable traveling again.

Also, remember that Iceland will reopen to American tourists on Apr. 6, 2021. Any American who can prove they're fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 will be exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. The country briefly opened to Americans in March, so you can read my experience crossing the Icelandic border for an idea of what to expect.

Thinking of making a post-vaccination trip to Iceland? Let's take a closer look at the sale.

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Icelandair tickets starting at $339 round-trip

As discussed, Icelandair is offering discounted tickets to Iceland and the rest of Europe. Likewise, the airline is offering discounted vacation packages in Iceland. Both promotions are valid for travel between June 1, 2021, and Feb. 28, 2022. Note that you must book your tickets by Apr. 13, 2021, to receive these lower fares.

Let's start with discounted flights. You can view and book all available fares on Icelandair's sale page . We're finding the lowest pricing from New York-JFK, where flights to Iceland start at just $339 round-trip. You can also fly to places like Amsterdam (AMS), Berlin (BER) and London-Heathrow (LHR) for well under $500 round-trip.

Availability is widespread too. I'm seeing round-trip tickets from New York-JFK to Reykjavik for $339 on many round-trip dates at the end of the year. You can use the calendar search function on the sale page to find the best pricing. From JFK, I see the highest concentration of sub-$350 fares in September and October of this year.

There are plenty of other great deals to be had too. For example, you can book Chicago-O'Hare (ORD) to Dublin (DUB) for $410 round-trip in economy this summer. This includes a three-day stopover in Reykjavik on the way out.

This sale also offers discounts on Saga Class tickets, which is Icelandair's equivalent of business class. The airline doesn't offer lie-flat seats, but you can expect a domestic first-class-style seat with great service. Plus, you'll have access to Icelandair's excellent Saga Lounge in Reyjkavik. These tickets start at $999 round-trip on flights from New York to Iceland during the sale, but there are other great deals to be had too.

If you're considering a trip to Helsinki (HEL), you can book this round-trip ticket from Minneapolis-Saint Paul (MSP) for under $1,150 in Saga Class. This is a great deal for business class to Europe, even if it isn't in the most luxurious business class product.

Search through the sale page and look for a fare that matches your travel plans. Just keep in mind that most European countries have kept their borders closed through the pandemic, so you may need to change plans if your destination's borders don't open by the time you're set to travel. Thankfully, Icelandair is offering expanded flexibility on these fares, including the ability to change dates. Plus, we may see more European countries open to vaccinated travelers over the coming months.

Make sure you earn miles if you book one of these tickets. You can either earn Icelandair Saga points or credit your flights to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan or JetBlue TrueBlue . I'd recommend crediting to Alaska or JetBlue if you're based in the U.S. — the points can be used for domestic flights or flights on partner airlines. I personally credit my Icelandair flights to Alaska.

Related: When will international travel return? A country-by-country guide to coronavirus recovery

Book a Northern Lights package for as low as $599

You can also book Northern Lights packages starting at just $599 during this promotion. These packages include everything you need for a great Iceland trip, including the following:

• Round-trip flights to Reykjavik (KEF) in Icelandair Economy Standard Class
• Checked in baggage and hand luggage
• Three nights accommodation in a standard room at your chosen hotel, extra nights available during the booking process
• Breakfast included at select hotels
• CenterHotels bookings include a welcome drink, a 10% discount on CenterHotels restaurants, and a free room upgrade
• Sky Lagoon Pure Pass Experience tour includes: transfers to/from your hotel, admission, towel use and public changing facilities
• Northern Lights by Boat tour, 2-3 hour duration
• Hop On Hop Off city sightseeing tour, valid for 24 hours on the day of your choice
• Earn 3,400 Saga Points on return flights included in all Icelandair Holidays packages

Prices vary by departure city and date — you can view available dates and price your trip using this page on Icelandair's website. You can select the hotel you'd like to add to your package, but some properties cost more than others.

You can get the $599 per person price when traveling as a party of two. Each of the listed hotels are double-occupancy, so you're effectively splitting the cost of the hotel. Dates with this pricing are widespread through the end of the year.

If you're traveling solo, expect your trip to cost just over $700 on a four-day itinerary.

Price out a trip and see if booking one of these packages makes sense for your travel plans.

Related: Iceland trip-planning from A to Z: Glaciers, geothermal spas and lava caves

Cover the cost of your trip with this credit card

While you can't book these packages with points, you can offset the cost with the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card. This card lets you use your Capital One miles at 1 cent per point value toward travel expenses . This means a $339 Icelandair ticket would require 33,900 miles to cover. Plus, you'd still earn redeemable miles on your airfare. Any travel expense made in the last 90 days is eligible to be offset.

The card is currently offering 100,000 bonus miles when you spend $20,000 on purchases in the first 12 months from account opening. You'll still earn 50,000 miles if you spend $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months. This is worth up to $1,000 in travel when used toward travel expenses, or even more if you leverage Capital One's transfer partners .

Related: How to use your Capital One miles for maximum value

Alternatively, pay with one of these Chase Ultimate Rewards-earning credit cards to earn the most points on your travel purchases:

• Chase Sapphire Preferred Card – Earn 100,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Earns 2x points per dollar spent on travel and dining purchases.
• Chase Sapphire Reserve – Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 in the first 3 months from account opening. Earns 3x points per dollar spent on travel and dining purchases.

Related: The best travel credit cards of 2021

Bottom line

There's no doubt that Iceland will be a hot travel destination this summer. If you're considering booking a trip, you may want to book your tickets now. Whether you choose a discounted flight or travel package, any of the promotions outlined here have the potential to be a great value. But act quickly: these deals expire Apr. 13!

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• CO₂ emissions factor in the electricity mix Germany 1990-2023
• CO₂ emissions volume from electricity generation Germany 1990-2022
• CO₂ emissions in Germany in 2023, by source
• CO₂ emissions in Germany 2021, by production sector
• CO₂ emissions from forestry products Germany 2000-2021
• CO₂ emissions from paper and cardboard manufacturing Germany 1995-2021
• GHG emission reduction targets in Germany 2030, by sector
• Greenhouse gas emissions and targets in Germany 1990-2045
• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions through using renewable energy Germany 2023
• Industrial energy consumption vs. production value Germany 2002-2022
• Subsidy amount of the KfW "Energy efficient renovation" Germany 2001-2022
• EEX spot and futures market trading volume for CO2 emission rights Germany 2022

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Overview: worldwide

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Overview: Germany

• Premium Statistic Breakdown of GHG emissions in Germany 2023, by sector and gas
• Premium Statistic Annual greenhouse gas emissions change in Germany 1991-2023
• Premium Statistic CO₂ share in greenhouse gas emissions Germany 1990-2023
• Premium Statistic Carbon dioxide emissions in Germany 1990-2023
• Premium Statistic CO2 emissions per capita Germany 1990-2019
• Premium Statistic CO2 emissions from energy Germany 1990-2019

Sources of CO2 emissions

• Premium Statistic Energy-related CO2 emissions from households Germany 1990-2020
• Premium Statistic CO₂ emissions factor in the electricity mix Germany 1990-2023
• Premium Statistic CO₂ emissions volume from electricity generation Germany 1990-2022
• Basic Statistic Global CO₂ emissions 1970-2022, by sector
• Premium Statistic CO₂ emissions in Germany in 2023, by source
• Premium Statistic CO₂ emissions in Germany 2021, by production sector
• Premium Statistic CO₂ emissions from forestry products Germany 2000-2021
• Premium Statistic CO₂ emissions from paper and cardboard manufacturing Germany 1995-2021

Measures to reduce CO2 emissions

• Premium Statistic GHG emission reduction targets in Germany 2030, by sector
• Basic Statistic Greenhouse gas emissions and targets in Germany 1990-2045
• Premium Statistic Reduced greenhouse gas emissions through using renewable energy Germany 2023
• Premium Statistic Industrial energy consumption vs. production value Germany 2002-2022
• Premium Statistic Subsidy amount of the KfW "Energy efficient renovation" Germany 2001-2022
• Premium Statistic EEX spot and futures market trading volume for CO2 emission rights Germany 2022

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