Fáskrúðsfjörður Airport (FAS)

Fáskrúðsfjörður Airport (FAS) is a small airstrip in Iceland's Eastfjords, but for travelers planning a 'connection,' the most vital tip is that it has no scheduled public flights. The airport is primarily used for emergency medical services and occasional private charters. For all public travel to Fáskrúðsfjörður, the primary gateway is Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS), which receives daily flights from Reykjavík (RKV). From Egilsstaðir, you must complete the stunningly scenic 90-kilometer drive to Fáskrúðsfjörður, which takes about 75 minutes.

A key connection tip for this drive is to be aware of the Fáskrúðsfjarðargöng tunnel, a 5. 9-kilometer tunnel that bypasses a difficult mountain pass, making the journey much safer in winter. Renting a car at EGS is highly recommended, as public transport in the Eastfjords is infrequent. Fáskrúðsfjörður itself is a unique village with a strong French heritage, stemming from the French fishermen who were based there in the 19th century; street signs are in both Icelandic and French. While the airport (FAS) is not a public connection point, the town is a beautiful destination for those interested in history and dramatic fjord landscapes.

A fun local tip is to visit the 'French Hospital' museum and restaurant, which tells the story of this unique cultural connection. When planning your trip, always check road.is for the latest road conditions, as the weather in the Eastfjords can change rapidly, with high winds and heavy snow potentially closing roads even in the shoulder seasons. The airport at FAS remains a critical piece of emergency infrastructure but not a node in the public transport network.

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