| Blue Lagoon | Sky Lagoon | |
|---|---|---|
| Address | Norðurljósavegur 9, Grindavik | Far end of Kársnes, Kópavogur, south of Reykjavik |
| Entry price (official site) | Day visit from ISK 11,990 | Saman pass from ISK 14,990 (adult), ISK 7,495 (youth) |
| Premium option | Retreat Spa from ISK 89,000 per changing room | Sér pass from ISK 17,990 (adult), ISK 8,995 (youth) |
| Ritual | Optional in-water treatments | Seven-step Skjól Ritual included |
| Opening hours | 08:00 to 22:00 (1 to 14 June and 21 August to 31 December); 07:00 to 23:00 (15 June to 20 August); 08:00 to 20:00 (1 January to 31 May) | See the booking page |
| From the airport | Transfer partner coaches from Keflavik and Reykjavik | 45 minutes from Keflavik International Airport |
| From the city | Coach transfer or road 43 | 13-minute drive, about 6 km from Hlemmur square |
| Parking | See the booking page | Free, no time limit, with electric charging |
Prices are those shown on the official sites in November 2026 and change by date and package.
Blue Lagoon in brief
The Blue Lagoon day visit starts at ISK 11,990. Extras include a group floating session at ISK 5,900, an in-water massage from ISK 20,900 and float therapy from ISK 20,950. The Retreat Spa, with exclusive entry plus admission to the lagoon, starts at ISK 89,000 per changing room. The site lists four dining venues, among them Lava Restaurant, Blue Café and the Michelin-starred Moss Restaurant. The lagoon asks guests to leave the water 30 minutes before closing. The main access road is Grindavíkurvegur (road 43), and the lagoon says some navigation apps may show outdated routes. For the full ticket comparison, see Blue Lagoon tickets, and for the trip from the airport, Keflavik airport to the Blue Lagoon.
Sky Lagoon in brief
Sky Lagoon sits just south of Reykjavik city centre with a 70-metre infinity edge and ocean views. Every ticket includes the Skjól Ritual: a lagoon soak, a cold plunge, a sauna with Iceland's largest single window, a cold mist, a body scrub and a steam room. The Saman pass (public changing rooms) is from ISK 14,990 for adults and ISK 7,495 for youths; the Sér pass (private changing facilities with a private vanity and shower) is from ISK 17,990 for adults and ISK 8,995 for youths. A booking with shuttle transport from Reykjavik is available for a small additional fee, operated by Reykjavik Excursions. Free parking is on site. Public transport is possible: from Hlemmur take bus 4 to Hamraborg, then bus 35 or 36 to Bakkabraut. For the page on the spa, see Sky Lagoon.
Which one for whom
| If you want | Choose |
|---|---|
| The cheapest entry | Blue Lagoon |
| A soak on your arrival or departure day | Blue Lagoon, with the airport coach |
| A guided bathing ritual included | Sky Lagoon |
| A short trip from central Reykjavik | Sky Lagoon, 13 minutes by car |
| An evening visit in winter | Check each site's opening hours for your date |
| A luxury package | Retreat Spa or Sér pass |
Planning tips
- Compare the whole price: the Blue Lagoon's headline price is for the day visit, and its treatments are extras, while the Sky Lagoon's ritual is included.
- For a night near the Blue Lagoon, see hotels near the Blue Lagoon. For the airport route, see Iceland airport transfers.
- For budgeting the rest of the trip, read Iceland trip cost.
Mistakes to avoid
- Comparing only the headline price: the Sky Lagoon's Saman pass includes the ritual, and the Blue Lagoon's treatments are separate.
- Following an old navigation route to the Blue Lagoon: use road 43 and the road signs.
- Forgetting to exit the Blue Lagoon water 30 minutes before closing.
- Assuming the Sky Lagoon is on the airport road: it is 45 minutes from Keflavik airport.
FAQ
Is the Blue Lagoon or the Sky Lagoon better?
The Blue Lagoon is cheaper and the better fit for an airport stop; the Sky Lagoon is closer to Reykjavik and includes a bathing ritual.
How much does the Sky Lagoon cost?
Saman pass from ISK 14,990 for adults, and Sér pass from ISK 17,990, according to the official site.
How much does the Blue Lagoon cost?
The day visit starts at ISK 11,990 on the official site.
How far is the Sky Lagoon from Reykjavik?
A 13-minute drive from the city center, or about 6 km from Hlemmur square.
The Iceland Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
