How strict is Icelandair with carry-on luggage?

As a prestigious airline, Icelandair has incorporated flexible policies regarding refunds, bookings, cancellations, modifications, etc. Nevertheless, despite providing convenient services, Icelandair is quite stringent when it comes to baggage rules, especially the carry-on allowance. Regardless of completing all the travel guidelines laid down by officials, if you exceed the weight of 1 KG, get ready to incur surcharges from the officials. Whereas, the Elite members may take advantage of carrying additional luggage but standard fliers may not be able to. Thus, it is important for one to keep the carry-on luggage rules handy so you can pack the luggage within the mentioned rules or limitations. Please dive into the discussion for detailed information on carry-on luggage; please have a look:

Understand the Carry-on Luggage Rules on Icelandair. 

Nobody will ever prefer to incur an additional fee on the airline; thus, keeping this fact in mind, below are the certain rules based on which you can pack your luggage and know how much luggage is complimentary; please have a look:

Saga Class. 

• Anyone who has booked an itinerary in Saga Class can carry 2 bags and 1 personal item on board. 
• Your luggage's dimensions must be restricted to 45 inches or 115 cm (Length x Width x Height). 
• The weight of your luggage must not exceed the weight of 10 KG or 22 lb (each luggage). 

Economy Comfort Class

• The fliers are eligible to carry 2 bags and 1 personal item onboard without any restrictions. 
• Your carry-on luggage dimensions must not exceed the size of 115 cm or 45 inches. 
• The weight restriction is the same as that of Saga Class. 

Economy Class. 

• For all Economy Class fliers, the airline has restricted the number of carry-on bags to one bag, including one personal item. 
• Your luggage's dimensions must not exceed 115 cm or 45 inches (Length x Width x Height).
• You must restrict your luggage to the maximum weight of 22 lb or 10 KG. 

NOTE: Remember that all assistive devices, including outer garments, are not considered personal items. Your carry-on allowance must fit in the overhead bin or under your seat. These measurement also include your carry-on luggage wheels, handles, and other things. 

What if you exceed the carry-on luggage on Icelandair?

If you, by any chance, exceed Icelandair's set carry-on luggage limits, the officials may impose surcharges. The amount charged varies depending on the luggage's nature, including its size, weight, items, etc. Thus, if you want information on the same, it is better to get in touch with the supervisor, who will clear all the concerns. 

What is the excess baggage fee on Icelandair?

Many people who fly with Icelandair often raise the concern associated with the excess baggage fee. So, you are recommended to observe the points closely by diving into the points mentioned below:

Baggage weighing between 1kg to 23kg:

• If your flight is scheduled within Europe, you can be charged around $46/piece of luggage. 
• If your flight is between Iceland and the US/Canada, you will have to incur $105 per piece of luggage (each way). 
• You will have to incur $132 if your flight is scheduled between Europe and the USA. 

Weight exceeding 23 kg. 

• Get ready to incur $40 (each piece) if your flight is within Europe. 
• Pay $105 each piece for the flights between Iceland and the US or Canada. 
• Incur a fee of $120 for each piece of luggage if your flight is scheduled between Europe and the USA. 

NOTE: However, the excess baggage fee will be applied based on your number of KG exceeding the standard allowance by the airline. Thus, if you have any concerns related to excess baggage, it is better to get a supervisor from Icelandair and get satisfactory resolutions.