FAQ: Is Iceland Expensive?
One of the common questions we’re asked is ‘Is Iceland Expensive?’ and the simple answer is yes. According to Numbeo.com the cost of living is 65.69% higher than living in the United Kingdom (https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Iceland)
How expensive is Iceland?
Generally across Iceland you should budget as though you’re taking a trip to any major city such as London, Dubai or New York – you can typically expect to pay £5+ for a coffee, £15+ for a light meal in an inexpensive restaurant, a pair of jeans (Levis or similar) £100+
Whilst flights to Iceland can be relatively cheap from the UK, what you save on the price of flights you’ll more than make up for in food, drinks and other services.