Discover Icelandair’s Incredible Business Class Deals
Recently, I mentioned my interest in chasing the elusive Northern Lights, and surprise, surprise! Iceland has made it to the top of my travel wish list. Keeping a close eye on flights, I stumbled upon some jaw-droppingly good deals from Icelandair that are worth shouting about.
Now, hold up! Before we dive into the specifics, let’s clear the air: Icelandair doesn’t have what we traditionally call a “business class.” Hold your gasps; I’ll explain. But despite that little nugget of information, these deals might just spark your interest—especially if you’re itching for a stopover in the land of fire and ice.
Icelandair’s Great Business Class Fares
Right now, Icelandair is running a fare sale that has roundtrip transatlantic business class tickets starting at an astonishing $999 all-in:
- You’ll need to book by January 21, 2025.
- These fares are valid for travel this winter and spring, typically from February to May 2025 (dates vary based on city pairs).
- No minimum stay is required for business class, and the maximum stay? A whopping 12 months!
- Fancy a freebie? You can snag a stopover in Iceland for up to seven days with no extra costs (taxes and fees still apply).
- Deals are sprouted from most of Icelandair’s gateways across the U.S.
If you’re itching to see what’s on offer, just head over to Icelandair’s sale page, pick your origin, and voila! You’ll unlock a treasure trove of city pair options along with pricing details.
The Amazing Value of a Free Stopover
Here’s a little secret: One of the biggest draws of Icelandair’s fares isn’t just the price tag. No, the real gem here is the free stopover in Iceland with a roundtrip ticket. Picture this: a few days in the magical land of glaciers and geysers before you continue your journey to another European hot spot. Booking these stopovers is a breeze right on Icelandair’s website.
Earning Miles for Icelandair Flights
Got a burning desire to rack up miles with your Icelandair flights? Your best bet is to credit your travel to Alaska Mileage Plan. You’ll snag miles based on their Mileage Plan chart when you book directly through Icelandair. Plus, elite members can potentially score mileage bonuses of up to 150%. Talk about double dipping!
A Warning About Icelandair Business Class
Let’s cut to the chase. Even though Icelandair calls its premium offering “Saga Class,” don’t expect the plush experience you’d typically find in a traditional business class. Think of it more as a spruced-up premium economy. You won’t be sinking into fully flat beds here; instead, the seating arrangements are more akin to those you’d find in first class on domestic flights.
So, manage your expectations. This deal is particularly appealing if you’re keen on earning those coveted Alaska miles or if a stopover in Iceland has your name written all over it. And let’s be real, the flights to and from Iceland are relatively short. Given the limited options available to Iceland, this could still be your most comfortable route to the land of Vikings—until other airlines offer seasonal service in the summer. And if you’re really looking to put your miles to good use, redeeming them for Icelandair’s premium cabin is not the easiest route.
Bottom Line
Icelandair currently boasts some killer business class fares between the U.S. and Europe, complete with a free stopover in Iceland. So if witnessing the Northern Lights is on your bucket list, this may very well be your ticket. I’m feeling tempted to dive in and book one of these flights myself; just need to pin down those travel dates and the final destination. Maybe I’ll even toss in a visit to the splendid Val Seny ski resort while I’m at it.
So, who else is gearing up to snag one of these fabulous Icelandair business class deals?