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Icelandair says passenger queues at Iceland’s main international airport are causing delays and extra costs, and has called for nearly 700 million ISK to strengthen border staff.
With active volcanic systems beneath its surface and centuries of human settlement, the Southern Peninsula (Suðurnes) is essential to understanding both Iceland's geology and its society.
Reykjavík-based Wow Air aimed to turn Iceland into a transatlantic hub. Its rapid ascent, ambitious plans, and abrupt end left a lasting mark on Iceland's aviation and tourism.
Tracing its journey from seaplanes in 1937 to the modern transatlantic network, Icelandair's evolution reveals much about Iceland’s geography, resilience, and international ties.
Built by US forces in World War II, Keflavík Airport has played a central role in Iceland’s history, serving as a military base before evolving into the nation’s sole hub for international flights.
