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Icelandair upgrades
Icelandair offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
Check your Icelandair upgrade eligibility
See if your booking can be upgraded — enter your booking reference and last name in a secure form, right in the chat. Your details are never shared with the assistant.
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- Bid UpgradeOpen page →
Offer an amount within a set range to upgrade to a higher cabin or cabin category. You're only charged if your bid is accepted — if it loses, there's no charge.
- How to upgrade
- Visit Icelandair's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.icelandair.com/en-ca/support/pre-flight/class-up/
- Loyalty program
- Saga Club
From Icelandair's own upgrade pages
“superior privacy and service. How does Class Up work? They say money can’t buy class – but it can buy you Class Up, a cabin class upgrade. If your flight is eligible, you will receive an email 10 days before you start your trip. You will be sent a link so you can bid to upgrade your ticket from Econ…”
Source: icelandair.com · checked Jun 25, 2026
“the front of the plane next time around. And we hope you will enjoy a refreshing Icelandair travel experience regardless of where you sit. Class Up – in a nutshell Upgrades are offered per flight segment. If your booking is for more than one person, your invitation to upgrade will include everyone i…”
Source: icelandair.com · checked Jun 25, 2026
“ome. In other respects, the process and the terms and conditions are the same as when a bid is made using a credit card. Quick links Contact us Flight schedule Flight status Customer care Manage booking Check-in Our organization About Icelandair Icelandair Group Careers Travel agent hub Get inspired…”
Source: icelandair.com · checked Jun 25, 2026
Frequently asked
Does Icelandair offer upgrades?
Icelandair offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
What upgrade options does Icelandair offer?
Icelandair offers Bid Upgrade.
How does Icelandair's bid (offer) upgrade work?
You name an amount — within a range shown for your booking — to move up to a higher cabin. It's an offer, not a fixed price: you're only charged if Icelandair accepts it. If your offer isn't accepted you pay nothing and keep your original seat.
How do I check if my Icelandair booking can be upgraded?
Check your specific booking with Upgrade Agent: enter your booking reference and last name and you'll see the upgrade options and price ranges available on your flights — you don't need to dig through Icelandair's website. Visit Icelandair's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.icelandair.com/en-ca/support/pre-flight/class-up/
Who is eligible for a Icelandair upgrade?
Eligibility depends on your fare type, route, and how close to departure you are — not every fare or flight qualifies, and offers usually open within a window before departure. The reliable way to know is to check your specific booking rather than assume.
When am I charged for a Icelandair upgrade?
Only if your offer is accepted. With bid upgrades the charge happens when the upgrade is confirmed — typically in the days before departure. If your offer isn't accepted, there's no charge.
How will I know if my Icelandair upgrade offer was accepted?
Icelandair notifies you — usually by email — if your offer is accepted, typically shortly before departure. Until then your original booking stands, and you can review your offer's status where you submitted it.
Can I change or cancel my Icelandair upgrade offer?
A pending offer can usually be changed or cancelled any time before it's accepted, from the page where you submitted it. Once an offer is accepted and charged, the upgrade is confirmed.
How much does a Icelandair upgrade cost?
There's no fixed price — you offer within a range shown for your booking, which varies by route, cabin, and demand. You choose where in that range to bid; higher offers can have a better chance of being accepted, though the exact acceptance formula isn't published.
Can I use Saga Club points or miles for a Icelandair upgrade?
Icelandair's loyalty program is Saga Club. Depending on the route and the offer shown on your booking, upgrades may be payable with points/miles as well as cash — the options available appear when you check your specific booking.