Laki Craters Airplane Tour from Skaftafell
Operated by Atlantsflug
About this experience
Take off from Skaftafell Terminal on this up to 50-minute airplane tour in Iceland to the Laki crater chain, one of Iceland’s most significant volcanic regions in the highlands. This flight combines glacier views with remote highland landscapes shaped by volcanic eruptions.
What to ExpectAfter departure, your pilot will guide the route based on weather and visibility, heading west toward the highlands and the Lakagígar crater row. Formed during the 1783 eruption, this 25 km-long fissure system stretches across the landscape and reveals its full scale from the air.
On the way, you’ll fly over parts of Vatnajökull’s southern outlet glaciers before reaching the moss-covered lava fields and crater formations of Laki. From above, the scale of the eruption becomes clear, with crater after crater extending across the vast highlands.
You may see:- Lakagígar (Laki crater chain)
- Moss-covered lava fields from the 1783 eruption
- Vatnajökull’s outlet glaciers
- Highland mountains and volcanic terrain
This tour takes you into Iceland’s remote highlands, where volcanic landscapes dominate the terrain. Flying over the Laki crater chain is one of the few ways to fully appreciate its scale and formation, making it a strong choice for those interested in volcanic activity and Iceland’s geological history.
Highlights
- Helicopter/Plane
- Nature & Scenery
- Waterfalls
Places you may visit
What's included
- Up to a 50-minute pilot-guided airplane tour
- Window seats for all passengers
- Free parking at Skaftafell Terminal
- Coffee or tea after the flight
Good to know
- Minimum passengers: 3 per departure. You’re welcome to book with fewer — we’ll try to combine your booking with other guests. If the minimum isn’t reached, you can reschedule or receive a full refund.
- Flights are weather-dependent. Routes and departure times may vary depending on conditions and aircraft.
- Flight duration may vary slightly depending on conditions and aircraft, while maintaining the overall experience.
Meeting point
Skaftafell Terminal
Flugvallarvegur 5, Öræfi
Cancellation policy
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Tour operator
Operated by
Atlantsflug
Questions & answers
How long is the tour?
50 minutes
Where does the tour start?
Skaftafell Terminal, Öræfi
Is hotel pickup available?
No — guests must make their own way to the meeting point.
Is there a minimum age?
This tour is suitable for all ages.
How large is the group?
Maximum 7 people per booking.
From
51,900 ISK
per person
Select a date
Cancellation policy
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Tour operator
Atlantsflug
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