One of the most frequently asked questions Icelandair gets is: when is the best time to travel to Iceland? Our answer, of course, is: all year round! The choice depends very much on what the client wants to explore and experience. Iceland welcomes tourists year-round and offers a range of unique experiences throughout each season, from the enchanting winter nights to the vibrant summer festivals and natural wonders in between. Each season has its own unique appeal.
- Winter (December to February) can have challenging weather, but is perfect for northern lights, ice cave visits, skiing and Þorrablót festivities.
- Spring (March through May) sees nature transition from white to green, with a return of puffins and whales starting in April and May. It is also a time of increasing daylight.
- Summer (June to August) is the most popular season, with endless daylight, festivals, puffins and access to the Icelandic Highlands. This period is ideal for outdoor adventures such as hiking and horseback riding.
- Autumn (September to November) is when the northern lights reappear and colorful landscapes show themselves. The annual sheep round (Réttir) and music festivals such as Iceland Airwaves make this a lively time to visit.
For a road trip, the Icelandic Ring Road is an iconic route that can be traveled all year round. By the way, summer months and in-between seasons (April to October) are recommended due to milder weather. Shorter drives along the south coast or in northern Iceland offer beautiful scenery. Mountain roads (F roads) require four-wheel drive and close in September or October. Various resources, such as visiticeland.com, safetravel.is, vedur.is and road.is, provide essential information for planning and preparing for the Iceland trip. Icelandair Icelandair flies to Iceland from Amsterdam and Brussels all year round. Want to know more about Icelandair? Complete the e-learning on TravEcademy and have a chance to win a cool study trip to North America, including an Iceland stopover. 
