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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Egilsstaðir travel guide

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With a population of 2,303, Egilsstaðir is the largest city in East, Iceland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Egilsstaðir to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Egilsstaðir

Egilsstaðir in November
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Egilsstaðir in November
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Egilsstaðir

Plane

When flying to Egilsstaðir, you’ll arrive at Egilsstadir (EGS), which is located 1 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Egilsstaðir is to pick up a car hire from Akureyri, which is about 110 miles from Egilsstaðir. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Akureyri.

Plane

When flying to Egilsstaðir, you’ll arrive at Egilsstadir (EGS), which is located 1 mile from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Egilsstaðir is to pick up a car hire from Akureyri, which is about 110 miles from Egilsstaðir. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Akureyri.

Airports near Egilsstaðir

EGSEgilsstadir
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Airlines serving Egilsstaðir

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Where to stay in popular areas of Egilsstaðir

Most booked hotels in Egilsstaðir

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Lyngás Guesthouse
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Icelandair Hotel Herad
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Hotel Valaskjalf
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£102+
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Hotel Edda Egilsstadir
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£139+
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Hiring a car in Egilsstaðir

Expect to pay £1.65 per litre in Egilsstaðir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.78 and £26.37.

Expect to pay £1.65 per litre in Egilsstaðir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.78 and £26.37.

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