Great Icelandair Business Class Transatlantic Fares

If you want to travel to Europe this fall, there are some great business class fares from the US to Europe. This could be a good deal if you want a stop in Iceland.

Icelandair’s great business class fares

The fares are starting at just $999 all-in, and in some cases even less, but that is what it is advertised as.

• You need to book by Sunday, October 23, 2022
• These fares are valid for travel between November 1 and December 13, 2022
• There’s no minimum stay required, and the maximum stay is 12 months
• You’re allowed a stopover in Iceland for up to seven days at no additional cost (other than taxes and fees)
• There are fare sales available from several cities in the United States, including Baltimore (BWI), Boston (BOS), Portland (PDX), and Raleigh-Durham (RDU)
• These fares are available to a majority of Icelandair’s destinations in Europe, though the exact eligible destinations vary based on the origin; you can always use Google Flights to look up fares

The amazing value of a free stopover

One of the biggest selling points of cheapIcelandair fares is the fact that they allow a free stop in the country on a ticket. It's a way to get to another city in Europe.

Booking these stops can be done on the website. November and December aren't the best times to travel toIceland. It might be a good chance to see the Northern Lights as it should be a bit quieter.

Earning miles on Icelandair

Credit to the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is the best way to accumulate miles for your flights. The fares book into a class.

• This earns 125% elite qualifying and redeemable miles
• Mileage Plan elite members earn anywhere from a 50% to 125% mileage bonus

A warning about Icelandair business class

Premium economy on other airlines is what the Sava Class will be like. These seats are similar to those found in domestic first class.

You will want to control your expectations. If you want to earn Alaska miles, or if you want a stop inIceland, you should consider this deal. The flights to and fro from Iceland tend to be shorter.

There are some great business class fares between the United States and Europe that allow a free stop in the country. Make sure you pack warm clothes because these fares are only valid for travel in the next few weeks.

I think the fares are good enough to pass on, and everyone can decide for themselves if they make sense.

Is anyone planning on taking advantage of these great fares?