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Location information for Iceland

Iceland is best explored by rental car. 121CarHire.com has over 16 pick-up locations in Iceland. This means there is always a pick-up location close to your destination.

As the world discovers the immense natural beauty of Iceland, it is fast becoming a popular tourist destination for travellers who want a unique holiday experience. The mountainous landscape is best discovered by car, with valleys, lakes, rivers and glaciers all waiting to be explored.

Transport

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Taxis are available from just outside the Keflavik Airport terminal and can be pre-booked. There is a fly bus and an Airport Express bus that take passengers to all the main hotels in Reykjavík, a 40-minute drive away. However, travellers who want to have full control over their transportation should consider car rental in Iceland.

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Car hire is available from Keflavik Airport, and there are desks for Budget, Europcar, Avis and Hertz in the terminal building. A car gives travellers total freedom over their trip, as they don't have to plan around public transport. It is also a great way to see the beautiful landscape. Travellers should compare car hire rates before departure to get the best deals.

Driving

Iceland is great for scenic driving. Visitors who use car rental in Iceland will enjoy taking in the fabulous scenery as they travel. High-speed driving is unsafe here, especially on the narrow mountain roads. Additionally, many of Iceland's roads are gravel, so a four-wheel drive vehicle is sometimes necessary. Traffic drives on the right and it is compulsory to keep your headlights on at all times.

Things To See and Do

With a rental car, visitors have access to the best sights in Iceland. One of these is the huge Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, which is accessed by the famous mountain road, Fjallabak Nyrðra. This route passes through stunning wilderness and leads to Vatnajökull National Park, where more impressive glaciers can be seen. For skiing and snowboarding, it's only a short drive from the capital of Reykjavík to Bláfjöll.

Best Time To Visit

Iceland's main tourist season is from June to August, as the weather is at its peak at this time, with daytime temperatures of up to 25°C in the southern areas. During the rest of the year, many of the mountain roads are closed and the majority of tours and excursions stop running.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Icelandic króna
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 km/h
  • Language
    Icelandic
  • Popular car category
    Economy

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