What to Do in Iceland This Fall

The Iceland buzz continues to circulate around Pittsburgh, thanks to excited feedback from travelers who’ve already taken advantage of Icelandair’s nonstop flight that launched in May. With service planned to run through late October, it seems the perfect time to book that vacation — either as your main travel destination or en route to another European hub.

Traveling in September and October brings definite advantages, as kids have resumed school and most adults have wrapped up summertime trips. In Iceland, autumn means life settles down as the bulk of tourists flock away from the island – and travel-related prices drop a bit into shoulder-season fares.

For residents, fall means sheep and goat farmers start bringing home their herds, and locals prep for the cold and dark stretch ahead. Fall in Iceland typically begins in August and lasts into the end of October. The landscape morphs into vibrant shades of yellow, orange and red, creating spectacular displays of color as spectators visibly watch the rugged island evolve into the next season.