✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Icelandair sells fares in a tiered structure — Economy Light, Economy Standard, Economy Flex, Saga Premium and Saga Premium Flex — and your baggage depends almost entirely on which one you book. Every fare, including the cheapest, gives you a cabin bag plus a personal item. The split that matters is checked luggage: Economy Light includes no checked bag at all, while Standard and above bundle one or two.
This guide reflects Icelandair’s published policy as of 2026. Checked-bag fees in particular vary by route and change without much notice, so treat the prices below as current ballpark figures and confirm the exact charge in your booking before you pay.
Quick facts
| Personal item | 40 x 30 x 15 cm — fits under the seat | All fares |
| Carry-on | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, up to 10 kg / 22 lb | All fares (incl. Economy Light) |
| Checked bag | Up to 23 kg / 50 lb, max 158 cm total | Standard & Flex (1 bag); Saga (2 bags, 32 kg each) |
| Economy Light checked | Not included — buy separately | ~$60-$95 / £47-£75 / €55-€85 online by route |
| Overweight (24-32 kg) | Surcharge, airport only — not pre-payable | All fares |
| Oversize (over 158 cm) | Odd-sized fee at airport | All fares |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Handbag, laptop bag or small backpack that fits under the seat in front. Included on every fare alongside the cabin bag. |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | 55 x 40 x 20 cm · 10 kg / 22 lb Included on all fares, including Economy Light |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | 1 bag on Economy Standard & Flex; 2 bags on Saga Premium & Saga Premium Flex; none on Economy Light |
| Weight limit | 23 kg / 50 lb per bag (Saga Premium: 32 kg / 70 lb). Max 158 cm (62 in) combined length+width+height. |
| Typical fee | Economy Light extra bag from ~$60-$95 / £47-£75 / €55-€85 online, varying by route; ~20% more at the airport |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Light | 40 x 30 x 15 cm | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg | None — buy separately |
| Economy Standard | 40 x 30 x 15 cm | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg | 1 bag, 23 kg / 50 lb |
| Economy Flex | 40 x 30 x 15 cm | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg | 1 bag, 23 kg / 50 lb |
| Saga Premium | 40 x 30 x 15 cm | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg | 2 bags, 32 kg / 70 lb each |
| Saga Premium Flex | 40 x 30 x 15 cm | 55 x 40 x 20 cm, 10 kg | 2 bags, 32 kg / 70 lb each |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What you get on Icelandair’s cheapest fare: Economy Light is the headline price you’ll see on deal alerts, and it includes a 10 kg cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm) plus a personal item — but no checked bag. If you only travel carry-on, Light is genuinely all-in and a strong value on transatlantic routes.
If you need to check a bag, add it online before you fly — the airport rate runs roughly 20% higher. Expect about $60-$95 (£47-£75 / €55-€85) per bag depending on route, with Iceland-to-Europe at the low end and transatlantic Europe-North America at the top. At that point, compare the all-in Light + bag total against an Economy Standard fare, which often costs only marginally more and bundles the bag.
Oversize, sports & special items
Fees are per flight segment, not per journey. On an itinerary with a connection through Keflavík, a checked bag may be charged on each leg — factor that in when pricing a stopover.
Overweight and oversize: Bags between 24 and 32 kg cannot be pre-paid online; you pay an overweight surcharge at the airport (roughly $50-$80 / €45-€70 by route). Anything over 32 kg is not accepted as a checked bag. Bags exceeding 158 cm total dimensions are treated as “odd-sized” and carry an oversize fee paid at the airport.
Sports equipment and musical instruments count as excess/special baggage and incur additional fees. Book and pay in advance to get the online discount. Large instruments needing a cabin seat require advance permission; checked instruments must be in a hard-shell case.
Route exceptions: Domestic Iceland flights cap the cabin bag at 6 kg (55 x 30 x 20 cm) and the included checked bag at 20 kg. Greenland routes also use a 20 kg checked allowance. International long-haul uses the 10 kg cabin / 23 kg checked figures above.
Frequently asked questions
Does Icelandair's cheapest fare include a checked bag?
No. Economy Light includes only a 10 kg cabin bag (55 x 40 x 20 cm) and a personal item (40 x 30 x 15 cm). A checked bag must be purchased separately.
How much does a checked bag cost on Icelandair?
For Economy Light, an extra checked bag costs roughly $60-$95 (£47-£75 / €55-€85) when added online, depending on route — Iceland-Europe is cheapest, transatlantic is the most expensive. At the airport the fee is about 20% higher.
What is Icelandair's carry-on size and weight limit?
The cabin bag may be up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm and 10 kg (22 lb) on international flights. You also get a personal item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm that fits under the seat. Domestic Iceland flights cap the cabin bag at 6 kg.
How heavy can my checked bag be on Icelandair?
Up to 23 kg (50 lb) per bag on Economy Standard and Flex, and up to 32 kg (70 lb) per bag on Saga Premium. Maximum size is 158 cm (62 in) combined length plus width plus height. Bags of 24-32 kg incur an overweight fee paid at the airport.
How many checked bags does each Icelandair fare include?
Economy Light: none. Economy Standard and Economy Flex: one bag (23 kg). Saga Premium and Saga Premium Flex: two bags (32 kg each).
Are Icelandair bag fees charged per leg on a stopover?
Yes. Baggage fees are charged per flight segment rather than per journey, so a connection through Keflavík can mean paying for a checked bag on each leg. Check this before booking a stopover itinerary.
Can I bring sports equipment or a musical instrument on Icelandair?
Yes, but both count as special/excess baggage with extra fees. Book and pay in advance for the online discount. Large instruments needing a seat require advance approval, and checked instruments must travel in a hard-shell case.
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