Scenic airplane flight around Skaftafell National Park

See glaciers and black sand riverbeds from the air in 15 minutes

A 15-minute fixed-wing scenic flight over Skaftafell National Park and Vatnajokull, departing from Skaftafell Terminal. You fly over glacier patterns, black sand beaches carved by glacial rivers, Skeiðarárjökull and Öræfajökull volcano, with an English-speaking guide narrating the route. All taxes, fees and parking are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Scenic flight over Skaftafell Park

• Board fixed wing aircraft
• Fly over Skaftafell National Park
• View Skeiðarársandur black sand beach
• See glacial riverbeds patterns
• Fly past Skeiðarárjökull and Öræfajökull glaciers
• Complete 15-minute sightseeing flight

The experience

The flight departs from Skaftafell Terminal, positioned between Skeiðarársandur black sand beach to the south and west and the volcanic peaks to the north. The 15-minute route adapts to the day's conditions, routing over whichever areas offer the clearest views: the abstract patterns glacial riverbeds carve into the black sand, the ice formations of Skaftafell and Vatnajokull, or the slopes of Öræfajökull volcano. You see the landscape from a perspective ground-level hiking cannot reach.

An English-speaking guide provides live commentary throughout the flight. Infants can ride on an adult's lap. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking at the terminal is included, and public transportation options are available nearby if you're arriving without a car.

What’s included

• 15-minute fixed-wing scenic flight.
• live English-language guide commentary.
• all taxes, fees and handling charges.
• parking at Skaftafell Terminal.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 5

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Atlantsflug/Flightseeing

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English throughout, so you'll follow the commentary without translation. This works for families traveling with children and infants, as long as small children sit on an adult's lap.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the actual flight time?

The flight lasts 15 minutes, covering the scenic areas around Skaftafell National Park and Vatnajokull with the best visibility on the day.

What glaciers and landmarks will I see from the air?

You'll see Skaftafell glacier, Vatnajokull, Öræfajökull volcano, Skeiðarárjökull glacier, and the black sand beaches of Skeiðarársandur with its glacial riverbeds creating patterns across the sand.

Do I need experience or special fitness to fly?

No experience is needed, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants can ride on an adult's lap, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

What's included in the price?

All taxes, fees, handling charges and parking at Skaftafell Terminal are included in the flight price.