Icelandair’s 757 and 767 schedules set

The final passenger flights of Icelandair’s Boeing 757-200 and 767-300ER are scheduled for early January 2027, according to current flight plans. The 757-200 is set to fly its last route between London-Heathrow and Keflavík on January 4, while the 767-300ER will make its last flight from Boston, arriving in Iceland on January 6.

Winter 2026-2027 schedules outline the end

The airline’s winter 2026-2027 schedules, finalized in late October, show the 757-200 will still operate on several European routes during the holiday season, with its final flight on the London-Heathrow route on January 4. The 767-300ER will continue daily service between Keflavík and Boston until January 5, with its last flight arriving in Iceland on January 6.

Dates are provisional and subject to change

The dates for the final flights are not yet official and could still shift, as noted by the aviation analysis site AeroRoutes. However, they align with Icelandair’s previously announced plan to retire both aircraft models by January 2027.

Rising fuel costs accelerate retirement

The airline had initially planned to keep its 757s until the end of 2027, but rising fuel prices made the older aircraft more costly to operate. These planes, which are less fuel-efficient than newer single-aisle models, are being phased out to reduce operational costs and improve economic performance.

The 757 was central to Icelandair’s network

The Boeing 757 played a key role in Icelandair’s transatlantic strategy for decades. Its ability to fly long distances with a moderate number of passengers made it ideal for connecting European and North American cities through Keflavík Airport. At its peak in 2018, the airline operated 26 757s, helping to build its international network.

The 767’s role is ending, but not entirely

While the passenger version of the 767-300ER will retire in January 2027, Icelandair Cargo still uses a converted 767-300 for freight operations. This means the aircraft will not disappear entirely from the company’s fleet, though its passenger role is coming to an end.

Newer aircraft are taking over routes

The Boeing 737 MAX has already become a central part of Icelandair’s fleet, with 21 aircraft in service. The airline also received its first Airbus A321LR in December 2024, which it plans to use for transatlantic routes previously served by the 757-200. The A321LR has a range that allows it to reach all destinations previously accessible by the 757.

Icelandair is expanding its fleet renewal

To support the transition, Icelandair has secured ten used Airbus A320neo aircraft, with some expected to enter service in 2027. The airline also plans to introduce 13 Airbus A321XLR aircraft by 2029, which will further modernize its transatlantic operations. The CEO emphasized that the fleet upgrades aim to improve efficiency and customer experience.