Egilsstaðir Airport serves the region of eastern fjords in Iceland, approximately 2 km from the city center.
It is the most convenient access point for exploring the eastern fjords, among the least visited and most authentic areas of the country.
How to get to Egilsstaðir Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to EGS
Parking near Egilsstaðir Airport
A small parking lot is found just a short walk from the terminal.
Rates are generally reasonable.
How to get to Egilsstaðir from EGS
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Egilsstaðir Airport
Some car rental operators have desks in the arrivals area, helpful for exploring the eastern fjords.
A credit card in the driver's name is required for the security deposit, along with a license and passport.
Hotels near Egilsstaðir Airport
Egilsstaðir town center
About 2.5 km, 5 minutes by car or taxi from the terminal.
Best for: For those who want to stay just minutes from the airport, with the town's supermarkets and restaurants within easy reach.
- All the town's services (supermarkets, restaurants, car rental) reachable in a few minutes on foot
- The handiest starting point for the roads to the eastern fjords and Seyðisfjörður
- The town itself offers little to see: the real attractions are all out of town, reached by car
- A limited choice of hotels compared with Iceland's larger towns
Recommended hotels
- Hérað - Berjaya Iceland Hotels 3.5-star hotel in the town center, with modern rooms and free parking; a convenient location for those arriving or leaving the same day. View availability
- Hótel Valaskjálf On the shores of Lagarfljót, a few minutes from Hallormsstaðaskógur; recently renovated rooms and an in-house restaurant with a bar. View availability
- Hotel Edda Egilsstadir Simple and affordable hotel on Lake Lagarfljót, about 0.7 km from the center; suited to those looking for a functional base rather than an upscale stay. View availability
Hallormsstaður and Lake Lagarfljót
About 25 km south of Egilsstaðir along the lake, 15 minutes by car; there is no alternative airport, you always go through Egilsstaðir.
Best for: For those who want to sleep in Iceland's largest forest, on the lake, and don't mind driving an extra 15 minutes from the airport.
- Immersed in the Hallormsstaðaskógur forest, with trails and mountain bike rental right at the hotel
- Lake Lagarfljót, said in Icelandic legend to be home to a monster similar to the one in Loch Ness, is just steps away
- A car is needed: there is no public transport between the airport and the area
- Few services beyond the hotel itself; for supermarkets and other restaurants you go back to Egilsstaðir
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is compact, in line with the regional role of the airport.
Before boarding, it is advisable to allow 1 hour of margin for flights.
Map of Egilsstaðir Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why are the East Fjords considered less touristy?
They are more remote than the Golden Circle or the south coast, and remain among the least visited areas of Iceland, valued precisely for this authenticity.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Egilsstaðir?
Yes, it's recommended for exploring the East Fjords, which aren't well served by public transport.
Q. Is it true that a legendary monster lives in the lake near Egilsstaðir?
Yes, the Lagarfljótsormurinn is a lake serpent from Icelandic tradition, with sightings recounted for centuries in Lake Lagarfljót next to the town: a legend comparable to that of the Loch Ness Monster, still cited with local pride today.
Q. Does Egilsstaðir Airport have many flights?
Connections are generally limited, mostly domestic to Reykjavík: always check the current schedule.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
