Icelandair vs PLAY
Side-by-side comparison of Icelandair and PLAY: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
Iceland
| Icelandair | PLAY | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iceland | Iceland |
| Founded | 1937 | 2019 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Main hubs | Keflavik International Airport | Keflavik International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 4 | 2 |
| Cabin bag weight | 10 kg (22 lb) | - |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in) | - |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | not included |
| Extra bag fee | from 60 USD | - |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h | 1 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +354 5050 100 | - |
Key differences
- PLAY is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Icelandair bundles more into the ticket.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.