Cheap Holidays to Iceland in October

Iceland is itself an island, but these are the coastal settlements and island-linked towns where ferries and short crossings shape the cost and rhythm of an autumn trip.

• Porto Katsiki: October is a quieter, more affordable time to explore the islands, with milder crowds at the beaches and tavernas along the coast. Head to Kerkyra's neighbour Lefkada and its Porto Katsiki beach, where white cliffs, turquoise water and sunshine lingering into autumn make it ideal for a relaxed package holiday. Pack a light jacket for cooler evenings, then enjoy fresh seafood and crisp Ionian views.
• Westman Islands: The Westman Islands lie off the south coast and are reached by a short ferry crossing from the mainland, which keeps the experience compact and easy to plan. Accommodation and ferry fares add to the overall cost, so budget travellers should compare the total price against staying on the mainland. The islands suit those looking for a quieter, self-contained stay with coastal walks and seabird scenery in the autumn months.
• Breidafjordur bay: Breidafjordur bay is a wide bay dotted with islands in the west, and the boat departures that open it up start from the harbour town on the peninsula's northern shore. Boat trips into the bay are the main way to experience it, and they depend on the weather, which means flexibility matters in October. We suggest building a spare day into your plans so you are not reliant on a single weather window for the crossing.
• Egilsstadir: Egilsstadir is the main service town of the east and a practical overnight base for travellers heading to the eastern fjords. It offers more practical amenities than the smaller villages nearby, which can make it a sensible low-cost hub for self-drive trips. The drawback is that the surrounding region is spread out, so you will spend a good deal of time driving between sights. It is exactly the brief our Iceland Family Holidays deals are built around.
• Keflavik Airport and Blue Lagoon: Keflavik Airport on the Reykjanes Peninsula is where most UK visitors arrive, and the Blue Lagoon sits close by in a lava field. Staying near the airport can reduce transfer costs at the start and end of a trip, though it puts you further from the capital's dining and nightlife. We think it is a useful choice for short stays or for travellers who want the lagoon built into the first or last day of the holiday. It is exactly the brief our Iceland Luxury Holidays deals are built around.