Updated: 21/01/2025

Updated 22/01/2025: There is currently no ongoing eruption. The eruption that began on November 20th has come to an end, this is confirmed by Civil Protection who flew a drone over the area earlier today.

Maybe you’ve been travelling long enough to remember the days when we relied on travellers’ cheques or carried wads of cash? The way we manage our finances while on holiday has changed a lot over the years. These days, it’s the norm to be cashless in Iceland, though it’s not entirely so. In this article, we’ll take a look at the shift towards digital payments and what it means for visitors.

Whether you’ve taken advantage of Icelandair’s stopover package or are using Reykjavik as a place to connect on two separate transatlantic tickets, Iceland’s position in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean makes it an enticing prospect as somewhere to break your journey. With a few days at your disposal you can head along the south coast or beyond, but if you only intend to stay for a few hours or maybe a day there are still plenty of exciting options. If you haven’t yet made firm plans for your layover in Iceland, here’s what you might do at Keflavik Airport and nearby.

It’s always great to find a meaningful souvenir of our travels, but what if you’ve been so busy you get to the airport and realise you haven’t bought anything? In Iceland’s case, you don’t need to worry, as there are plenty of opportunities at Keflavik Airport to buy something that will remind you of your time here. From branded clothing to trinkets and keepsakes, the choice of products will delight anyone who loves shopping. Let’s take a look at the kinds of souvenirs you can buy airside so that you can reach our departure lounge fully prepared.

The Volcanic Way is a journey through Iceland’s dynamic landscapes, offering different ways to explore. Travelers can choose a relaxed drive through villages, enjoying local food and museums, or take on rougher terrain to reach remote volcanic sites. With options for both independent travel and guided tours, this route allows visitors to experience Iceland’s volcanic history and natural beauty in a way that suits them.

The marketing offices of South Iceland and Reykjanes in collaboration with numerous partner companies in the regions have been developing and shaping a new travel route that takes travelers through both Reykjanes and South Iceland, where eight volcanoes lead the way.

The Blue Lagoon and Silica Hotel are currently enhancing their facilities to elevate customer experience. This includes upgrades to their changing rooms, the outdoor lagoon area, welcome house and Silica Hotel. Their goal is to enhance, refine, and improve the site for the benefit of guests, ensuring their visit is the best it can be. These improvements are scheduled in stages to minimize inconvenience - with some having already been completed.

Severe weather is sweeping across the country this afternoon, with almost all international flights canceled and roads in all parts of the country in an uncertain state. A meteorologist says the storm will hit harshly and predicts strong gusts. Parents in the capital area are urged to pick up their children from school and travelers are recommended to stay indoors and avoid any travel during the storm hours.

We shop in the airport departure lounge for a variety of reasons. It might be to kill time before our flight departs or use up leftover foreign currency (though admittedly that’s less important now we use card payments for so many things). It’s a great opportunity to pick up any last minute gifts, especially if you have spent a lot of time out in the countryside where stores are few and far between.

If you’ve decided to vacation in Iceland this year then the first thing you’ll need to consider is booking some flights. Depending on where in the US you live, when you plan to come and whether you’ve signed up for one or more airline loyalty schemes, this might be a straightforward decision – or a little more complex. In this article, the ultimate guide to flights from the US to Iceland, we’re going to take a look into the kind of things to bear in mind when planning your air travel.