Icelandair Baggage Fees and Policy [Updated 2022]

Icelandair has a pretty standard baggage policy. Most fare types get 1 checked bag and 1 carry-on, however, Saga Premium Flex passengers get 2 pieces for checked and carry-on.

Extra baggage is reasonably priced, but watch out for oversized luggage as the airline does not disclose its oversized baggage fees.

Table of contents

Icelandair Carry-on Allowance
Icelandair Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional/Excess Baggage Fees
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Table of Contents

Icelandair Carry-on Allowance
Icelandair Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional/Excess Baggage Fees
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Icelandair Carry-on Allowance

1 personal item: FREE (not available on domestic and Greenland flights)
Standard carry-on bag:

Domestic and Greenland Flights
- Economy Light, Standard, and Flex: 1 FREE
International Flights
- Economy Light, Standard, Flex, and Saga Premium: 1 FREE
- Saga Premium Flex: 2 FREE*

* Saga Premium Flex passengers may be asked to check their second piece of carry-on but no charges would apply

Size and Weight Restrictions

Personal: No weight limit disclosed, 15.7 x 11.8 x 5.9 inches (40 x 30 x 15 cm)
Carry-on:
- 13 pounds (6 kg), 21.6 x 13.7 x 7.8 inches (55 x 35 x 20 cm) for domestic and Greenland flights
- 22 pounds (10 kg), 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches (55 x 40 x 20 cm) for international flights

Lap Infant Carry-on Policy

Infants are not permitted any carry-on allowance, so any items would need to be carried in the adult’s carry-on.

Stroller Check Policy

Passengers may check a stroller, car seat, or carrying basket free of charge. Passengers may also bring 1 checked bag for an infant (except Economy Light fare); weight is dependent on the adult’s fare type.

Icelandair Checked Baggage Allowance

Individual checked bags may not exceed maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm), including handles and wheels. Checked bags can weigh either 50 pounds (23 kg) or 70 pounds (32 kg) depending on the fare type.

Fare Type/Route	International	Domestic	Greenland
Economy Light	0 bags (available to purchase)	0 bags (available to purchase)	0 bags (available to purchase)
Economy Standard	1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)	1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)	1 bag, 44 pounds (20 kg)
Economy Flex	1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)	1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)	1 bag, 44 pounds (20 kg)
Saga Premium	2 bags, 70 pounds (32 kg) each	N/A	N/A
Saga Premium Flex	2 bags, 70 pounds (32 kg) each	N/A	N/A

Additional/Excess Baggage Fees

The following fees are the airport rates for additional and excess baggage. If pre-purchased online or via the call center, a 20% discount applies for extra luggage. A maximum of 3 extra bags can be purchased at the discounted rate and any further bags would be charged at the airport rate. Up to 10 bags can be checked per passenger.

Route/Baggage Type	Extra Bag Up to 50 Pounds (23 KG)	Heavy Bag 50 to 70 Pounds (23 to 32 KG)
Iceland – Europe	$59	$50
Iceland – U.S./Canada	$69	$58
Europe – U.S./Canada	$95	$80
Domestic	$32	$32
Domestic + Europe	$75	$75
Domestic + U.S./Canada	$85	$85
Greenland	$120	$120
Greenland + Europe	$179	$179
Greenland + U.S./Canada	$189	$189

Icelandair does not disclose oversized fees, but luggage that exceeds 62 linear inches could be charged. Contact Icelandair directly to query oversized fees.

For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Icelandair’s policy.

Exclusions and Waivers

Saga Gold and Saga Silver members: 1 additional bag is permitted (weight allowance depends on the fare type)

Can I Prepay for Baggage?

Icelandair does allow passengers the ability to prepay luggage online to receive 20% off of the airport prices. This applies to flights that don’t involve another airline. Passengers can also pay for baggage when checking in, but baggage will be charged at a higher rate.

To prepay, log in to your booking and add the number of bags that you would like to purchase.

Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Wwe recommend that you use one of the cards below from Capital One to be reimbursed for the cost of any baggage fees. Each of these cards allows you to redeem Capital One miles for 1 cent each as a statement credit against travel purchases made in the previous 90 days.

To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.

The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card, and Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Icelandair baggage allowance?

Icelandair’s baggage allowance depends on the route and fare type:

International Flights

Saga Premium Flex: 2 bags, 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Saga Premium: 2 bags, 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Economy Flex: 1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)
Economy Standard: 1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)
Economy Light: 0 bags (available to purchase)

Domestic Flights

Economy Flex: 1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)
Economy Standard: 1 bag, 50 pounds (23 kg)
Economy Light: 0 bags (available to purchase)

Greenland Flights

Economy Flex: 1 bag, 44 pounds (20 kg)
Economy Standard: 1 bag, 44 pounds (20 kg)
Economy Light: 0 bags (available to purchase)

Each individual item must not exceed 62 inches (158 cm), including handles and wheels.

Does Icelandair charge for checked bags?

Icelandair includes free baggage in all of its fares, excluding Economy Light. The number of bags depends on the fare type and extra baggage is available to purchase in addition to the standard allowance.

Does Icelandair weigh carry-on bags?

As with any airline, Icelandair has size restrictions for carry-on luggage to ensure cabin safety. The airline staff may measure or weigh your bag, so you must be prepared to check the item if it does not adhere to these restrictions.

How many carry-on bags do I get on Icelandair?

The Icelandair carry-on allowance is as follows:

1 personal item: FREE (not available on domestic and Greenland flights)
Standard carry-on bag:

Domestic and Greenland Flights
- Economy Light, Standard, and Flex: 1 FREE
International Flights
- Economy Light, Standard, Flex, and Saga Premium: 1 FREE
- Saga Premium Flex: 2 FREE*

* Saga Premium Flex passengers may be asked to check their second piece of carry-on but no charges would apply

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