Flew Icelandair business class to Reykjavik last fall. The 737 Max 8 isn’t what you’d call luxurious, but it’s comfortable enough for a transatlantic hop.
The Seats
Saga Premium seats are decent. 40-inch pitch gives you actual legroom. Leather, adjustable headrest, footrest that works. Not lie-flat – this is a narrowbody aircraft. But for 5-6 hours it’s fine.
2-2 configuration means nobody has a middle seat. Window or aisle only.
Food and Drinks
Welcome drink before takeoff. Sparkling wine or juice. Nice touch.
Meal service was surprisingly good. Icelandic-inspired options alongside standard international stuff. Real plates, actual silverware. Better than most domestic US business class by a lot.
Entertainment
10-inch seatback screens. Selection was decent – movies, shows, some Icelandic content if you’re curious. Noise-canceling headphones provided. System worked smoothly which isn’t always a given.
The Reality Check
This isn’t Emirates or Singapore. It’s a 737. Cabin is narrow, no privacy doors, bathroom is standard narrowbody size.
But for the price difference between Icelandair business and US carriers’ domestic first class, you’re getting a lot more. And the Reykjavik stopover option is genuinely interesting if you have time.
Would I Book Again
For flights to Europe with a stopover in Iceland, definitely. The product punches above its weight class for narrowbody business. Just don’t expect Suite class amenities.
