Helicopter & Flightseeing

See volcanoes and glaciers from the air.

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Iceland from above

Nothing reveals the scale of Iceland like seeing it from above, with volcanoes, glaciers and craters laid out beneath you.

Helicopter and small plane tours offer summit landings, eruption flyovers when active, and unforgettable aerial views.

Good to know

Flightseeing runs year round, weather permitting, from Reykjavik and Akureyri. Trips range from short city and geothermal flights to longer tours with a mountain top landing.

Best season: Year round, weather permitting
Where to do it: Reykjavik · Akureyri
Good for: Special occasions, photographers
Booking: Local operators through Bókun
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Helicopter & Flightseeing

What to expect

A bird's eye Iceland

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Summit landings

Set down on a mountain or glacier for a moment few ever experience.

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Geothermal flyovers

See steaming fields, craters and lava from above.

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Short or grand

Quick city flights or longer tours over the highlands.

Tours & activities

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Good to know

Quick answers for planning.

Where do helicopter tours depart?

Mainly from Reykjavik, with some flights from Akureyri in the north. Routes cover geothermal areas, glaciers and volcanoes.

Can I land on a mountain or glacier?

Yes, many tours include a landing on a summit or glacier for photos and views.

Do flights run in winter?

Yes, year round when the weather allows, with clear winter days offering crisp views.

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