Plan your flight
Flightseeing offers a unique way to experience Iceland’s landscapes from above. Our scenic airplane and helicopter tours depart from Skaftafell Terminal, beside Vatnajökull National Park.
Use this guide to compare the different types of flights, explore dedicated photography options and find practical information before your visit.
Helicopter Tours from Skaftafell
Helicopter tours offer a close and immersive view of glaciers, volcanic landscapes and the Icelandic highlands. Selected tours include a scenic landing in a remote location.
Airplane Tours from Skaftafell
Airplane tours allow you to cover a wide area in a smooth, continuous flight. Routes explore glaciers, glacier lagoons, black sand plains, braided rivers and remote highland landscapes.
Not sure which type of flight to choose?
Compare the experience, coverage, flight times, landings and prices of our airplane and helicopter tours.
Compare Airplane and Helicopter Tours
Aerial photography flights
We arrange dedicated private flights for aerial photography and filming, with flexible routes and timing based on your project and the subjects you want to capture.
Explore Aerial Photography Flights
Before your flight
Find answers about booking, weather, clothing, passenger requirements and cancellations in our frequently asked questions.
You can also find directions, parking information and arrival instructions on our location page.