Is September too late for Iceland?


Is September too late for Iceland? However, September is as close to being the best month to travel to Iceland as it gets. Find out why! There are various reasons why I think that September is probably the best month to travel in Iceland, especially if it is your first visit to Iceland.


How much should I budget for 4 days in Iceland?

Your Iceland trip cost can be as low as $100-150 USD per day if you hitchhike and camp or stay in hostel dorms. More realistically, I think $250+ USD per day will land you a much nicer trip.


How many days do you need in Iceland?

Any traveler could spend weeks getting to know Iceland, but given the reality of limited vacation days, 5-7 days are recommended for a satisfying trip. In this length of time, you can make a northern road trip from Reykjavík to Akureyri or drive the south coast via Vík to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.


Is it better to visit Iceland in September or October?

Iceland can stay relatively warm through the first week of October, so planning a September visit can be ideal since most crowds have thinned as children return to school. May, too, provides ample daylight for sightseeing, warmer temperatures, and fewer crowds.


How likely is it to see Northern Lights in Iceland in September?

September: During September, the nights start to become longer. The weather is not as cold as in late autumn or winter, and solar activity is usually quite high. That's why September is one of the best months to visit Iceland for Northern Lights.


What is the cheapest month to visit Iceland?

The cheapest time to visit Iceland The off-season begins in early Autumn and goes into late Spring (from September to May). There are far fewer tourists and crowds from January through May, which means flights, car rentals, and accommodation are at their cheapest.