| Blue Lagoon | Sky Lagoon | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Reykjanes peninsula, about 20 minutes from the airport and 45 from Reykjavik | Kópavogur, on the edge of Reykjavik |
| Best for | Arrival or departure day, the classic | An evening in town, seaside |
| Tickets (official, 6 Nov 2026) | Comfort from ISK 12,990, Premium from ISK 15,990, Signature from ISK 19,990 | Saman pass (public changing rooms, Skjól ritual) €115.34 adult, €57.67 youth; Sér pass €138.42 adult |
| Booking | Pre-booking is essential; timed slots | Book ahead; cancellation free up to 24 hours before for groups of 10 or fewer |
| Hours | 1 January to 31 May 08:00 to 20:00; 21 August to 31 December 08:00 to 22:00; leave the water 30 minutes before closing | See skylagoon.com for the day's hours |
| Age | From 2 years; children 2 to 13 must be with an adult, and ages 2 to 8 wear free armbands | Under 12 not admitted; ages 12 to 14 need a guardian aged 18 or more |
| Time to allow | Plan about 2 hours or more | 1.5 to 2 hours recommended |
| Water | Geothermal seawater, steam bath, sauna and colder lagoon included | 38 to 40 °C, up to 1.2 m deep |
Official prices and rules read on bluelagoon.com and skylagoon.com on 6 November 2026; reseller prices and ratings are from the GetYourGuide listings and change with the date.
Tips
- Airport: the Blue Lagoon is on the way to Keflavík airport. See from the airport to Reykjavik.
- Closures: the Reykjanes peninsula has seen a series of eruptions since December 2023, the latest starting on 16 July 2025; the UK government says Reykjavik and Keflavík airport were not affected (gov.uk, read 6 November 2026). Check bluelagoon.com before you go.
- What is included: Comfort gives a towel, a silica mud mask and one drink; Premium adds a bathrobe, two more masks and a take-home mask; Signature adds a second drink and skin-care products (official page, 6 November 2026).
- Sky Lagoon from the airport: take the Flybus to Hamraborg, then bus 35 or 36 or a short taxi (skylagoon.com).
- Full day: combine with the Golden Circle.
FAQ
Do I need to book the Blue Lagoon in advance?
Yes: the official site states that pre-booking is essential.
Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon?
Blue Lagoon for the airport route; Sky Lagoon for a visit from Reykjavik. Sky Lagoon does not admit children under 12; the Blue Lagoon admits children from 2.
How much is entry?
Officially from ISK 12,990 for Comfort at the Blue Lagoon and €115.34 for the Saman pass at Sky Lagoon on 6 November 2026; the GetYourGuide listing showed €98.69 for the Blue Lagoon Comfort ticket.
The Iceland Authority editorial team, 6 November 2026.
