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Icelandair staff travel & standby
Listing is mandatory on Icelandair: myIDTravel users are listed automatically when they buy the ticket, and airlines using IET list through the myIDTravel Listing tool. On standby from Keflavik, be at the airport at least 2.5 hours before departure: through check-in isn't allowed. Staff Airlines shows estimated open seats on Icelandair flights before you go.
Rules for staff travel
Source: Icelandair staff travel rules published in the FlyZED directory.
How to list for standby on Icelandair
Listing is mandatory.
- myIDTravel users: your listing is made automatically when you buy your ticket.
- Airlines using IET (electronic tickets): list with the myIDTravel Listing tool at https://www.myidtravel.com/myidtravel/ (get your user ID and password from your ID office).
- If anything goes wrong, email [email protected] and ask to be listed on a specific flight and date.
- Standby Economy is listed in F class.
- Have your ticket number and date of birth ready when you create a listing.
- Always have your e-ticket number and booking number with you when you fly Icelandair.
Flights you can't use
- Embargo: flights FI7000–FI9999.
- Codeshare flights not operated by Icelandair.
Visas and travel documents
For international travel you need a valid passport and the relevant visas for your destination and for scheduled stops on the way, in case you are offloaded.
- Some countries require Advance Passenger Information (API), and Icelandair needs it before check-in.
- USA: add your Secure Flight information when you make the listing or booking.
- Canada needs an eTA for APIS, and ESTA applies to the USA. These can be added after listing, although 72 hours before departure is recommended.
- If you don't meet these requirements, your listing or booking will be cancelled.
More information: icelandair.us and icelandair.us
Baggage
Checked baggage:
- Within Europe: 1 piece of up to 23 kg (50 lbs) in Economy, 32 kg (70 lbs) in Business.
- To/from the USA and Canada, Economy: 1 piece of up to 23 kg (50 lbs), 158 cm (62 in) in total dimensions.
- To/from the USA and Canada, Business: 1 piece of up to 32 kg (70 lbs), 158 cm (62 in) in total dimensions.
Cabin baggage:
- Economy: 1 cabin bag, up to 10 kg (22 lbs), with length + width + height no more than 115 cm (45 in).
- Business, to/from Europe and the USA: 2 cabin bags, up to 10 kg (22 lbs) each, with length + width + height no more than 115 cm (45 in).
Infants: 1 bag of up to 23 kg (50 lbs) and 158 cm (62 in) in total dimensions, plus a stroller and/or a carrying basket or car seat.
Check-in
- On standby (space-available) personal travel, be at Keflavik International Airport at least 2.5 hours before departure.
- Check in at the Icelandair Economy class counter only.
- Have your e-ticket number and passport ready.
- Self-service check-in kiosks are available at all airports that have them.
- Minimum check-in times: icelandair.us
- Through check-in isn't allowed.
Boarding, seats and upgrades
Staff travellers can't reserve a specific seat in advance.
Special services, children and pets
- Special meals aren't available to standby passengers. If you have dietary needs or preferences, bring your own food on board.
- Children under 16 can't travel on a standby ticket unless they are with an adult holding a similar discounted ticket.
Dress code
Always dress neatly on ID tickets. Neat denim is fine on Icelandair, but note that other airlines don't allow it.
- Economy: smart casual (presentable jeans are fine) and tidy footwear.
- Business, if you are being considered for an upgrade: smart wear (no jeans) and tidy footwear.
Be polite and courteous, and drink alcohol in moderation. If you don't follow these rules, you can be denied boarding.
Changes and refunds
Refunds are made only in myIDTravel, under FLIGHT LIST or manage bookings and tickets. Please don't ask for a chargeback on your credit card.
Good to know
- Icelandair strongly recommends comprehensive insurance for you and your eligible nominees. It can't offer free special arrangements if you are injured or fall ill while away from home, or if you lose money, documents or personal belongings.
- Flight schedules and safe travel information are on https://www.icelandair.com.
Icelandair destinations for staff travel
53 airports in 21 countries.
Main airport
- Keflavík KEF50 destinations from here
All 53 airports
United States 14
Baltimore BWI, Boston BOS, Chicago ORD, Denver DEN, Minneapolis MSP, Nashville BNA, New York JFK, Newark EWR, Orlando MCO, Pittsburgh PIT, Portland PDX, Raleigh RDU, Seattle SEA, Washington IAD
United Kingdom 5
Edinburgh EDI, Glasgow GLA, London LGW · LHR, Manchester MAN
Spain 4
Alicante ALC, Barcelona BCN, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria LPA, Málaga AGP
Canada 3
Halifax YHZ, Toronto YYZ, Vancouver YVR
Germany 3
Berlin BER, Frankfurt FRA, Munich MUC
Iceland 3
Akureyri AEY, Keflavík KEF, Reykjavík RKV
Italy 3
Milan MXP, Rome FCO, Venice VCE
Belgium 2
Brussels BRU, Liège LGG
France 2
Nice NCE, Paris CDG
Norway 2
Bergen BGO, Oslo OSL
Portugal 2
Faro FAO, Lisbon LIS
Other countries
Prague PRG (Czech Republic), Copenhagen CPH (Denmark), Vágar FAE (Faroe Islands), Helsinki HEL (Finland), Nuuk GOH (Greenland), Dublin DUB (Ireland), Amsterdam AMS (Netherlands), Gdańsk GDN (Poland), Stockholm ARN (Sweden), Zurich ZRH (Switzerland)
Questions, answered
Do I need to list in myIDTravel for an Icelandair flight?
Yes, listing is mandatory. myIDTravel users are listed automatically when they buy the ticket; IET users list through the myIDTravel Listing tool.
How early should I be at Keflavik for a standby flight?
At least 2.5 hours before departure. Check in at the Economy class counter only, with your e-ticket number and passport ready.
What do I need for flights to the USA or Canada?
Add Secure Flight information when you list or book for the USA. ESTA (USA) and eTA (Canada) can be added later, but 72 hours before departure is recommended.
Can I wear jeans on Icelandair?
In Economy, presentable jeans are fine. If you are considered for an upgrade to Business, jeans aren't accepted.
How much cabin baggage can I take on Icelandair?
One cabin bag of up to 10 kg in Economy, with the three dimensions adding up to no more than 115 cm. In Business to/from Europe and the USA, two such bags.
Which airlines can I fly on ZED fares?
It depends on the ZED and interline agreements of the airline you work for. In Staff Airlines, the partner airlines filter shows only the flights you can board.
Airline rules change often and this summary may be out of date. Always confirm important details with Icelandair’s staff travel department or in the booking tool you use before you travel. Staff Airlines is not responsible for denied boarding, missed flights or other losses. Found a mistake? Let us know.
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