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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.
1 personal item: FREE (not available on domestic and Greenland flights)
Standard carry-on bag:
* Saga Premium Flex passengers may be asked to check their second piece of carry-on but no charges would apply
Size and Weight Restrictions
Lap Infant Carry-on Policy
Stroller Check Policy
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 |
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.
Saga Gold and Saga Silver members: 1 additional bag is permitted (weight allowance depends on the fare type)
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.
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