Iceland Express: Stockholm to New York

The carrier: Iceland Express

About

Iceland Express is the only low-cost carrier with a hub in Iceland. It's also very likely the savviest budget airline in Europe, with an exciting and well-designed site. Iceland's low-fare airline connects the Icelandic capital of Reykjavík with airports in Scandinavia, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain and North America.  Iceland Express runs a much expanded service in the summer.

Upside

Iceland's only budget airline sometimes offers some great deals as well as good service and friendly flight crew.

Downside

To-and-from-Iceland route map is of limited utility. Fares are sometimes expensive for a budget airline.

Baggage

* Carry-on: One bag and one personal item, total weight not to exceed 10 kg.
* Checked: Up to 20 kg of luggage. Over this limit, you are charged €11 per kilo. (Ouch!)

* Please visit Helvetic’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

You can reserve seats up to 24-hours in advance of your flight. A small non-refundable fee applies. If you don’t book a seat, one will be selected for you at check-in free of charge.

Check-in and Ticketing

Online check-in is available between 60 days and 24 hours prior to departure.  Only passengers bringing only carry-on luggage that have pre-booked seats may check-in online.

Tip
We love the "Icebreaker"deal section of Iceland Express' site. Check it frequently for promotions.

Departure: Stockholm, Sweden - Arlanda (ARN)

Stockholm's traditional airport, Arlanda is the city's major international airport. Though mostly an airport served by conventional airlines, a smattering of low-cost carriers also serve Arlanda. Nordic budget airlines Sterling, FlyNordic, Blue1, and Norwegian Air Shuttle all fly to and from Arlanda. Location: Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is located 36 km (23 miles) outside the Stockholm city center. Transport: - Rail: There are multiple train services at Arlanda Airport. The Arlanda Express is a high-speed train that goes non-stop between Stockholm and the airport in 20 minutes. Long-distance trains depart from the underground Arlanda Central Station to 70 Swedish destinations. Commuter train service is also available from the station. Tickets for these trains can be purchased at a machine or information desk. A ticket costs SEK220. - Bus: There is a Flygbussarna bus link which takes 40 minutes. Buses meet arrivals and departures. A ticket costs SEK99. - Taxi: Taxis are found outside the main terminal building and travelers should consult the taxi coordinator to obtain one. There are also two taxis lines, one for environmentally "clean" taxis, usually at the front of the queue of taxis. Service: The airport has numerous stores and restaurants (30 each) as well as banks, a pharmacy, chapel, currency exchange, and a post office. Other facilities include a hair salon, dry cleaner, fitness center, and a nursing room with childplay areas. Wireless Internet access and public Internet portals are throughout the airport.

Arrival: New York, United States - Newark Intl (EWR)

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