Akureyri travel guide

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You're Going to Love Akureyri

With a population of 17.693, Akureyri is the largest city in Northeast, Iceland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Akureyri deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Akureyri

Akureyri in November
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Akureyri in November
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Akureyri in July, when the average temperature is 11 °C, and the highest can go up to 13 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 50 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Akureyri, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Akureyri

Plane

When flying to Akureyri, you’ll arrive at Akureyri (AEY), which is located 3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Akureyri is to pick up a car hire from Reykjavik, which is about 249 km from Akureyri. You’ll find branches of Ice Rental 4x4 and FLIZZR, among others, in Reykjavik.

Plane

When flying to Akureyri, you’ll arrive at Akureyri (AEY), which is located 3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Akureyri is to pick up a car hire from Reykjavik, which is about 249 km from Akureyri. You’ll find branches of Ice Rental 4x4 and FLIZZR, among others, in Reykjavik.

Airports near Akureyri

Airlines serving Akureyri

SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,968 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (589 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (44 reviews)

Where to stay in Akureyri

Average rates range from around £148 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £349 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Akureyri

Most booked hotels in Akureyri

Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£79+
Hotel Kea by Keahotels
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£89+
Hotel Kjarnalundur
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£97+
Apotek Guesthouse
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£73+

Hiring a car in Akureyri

Hiring a car in Akureyri costs £54 per day, on average, or £108 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Akureyri.

Expect to pay £1.72 per litre in Akureyri (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.60 and £27.47. The most frequently booked car type in Akureyri is Compact (Dacia Duster or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Akureyri costs £54 per day, on average, or £108 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Akureyri.

Expect to pay £1.72 per litre in Akureyri (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.60 and £27.47. The most frequently booked car type in Akureyri is Compact (Dacia Duster or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.