Northern Lights
It’s on my bucket list to bring my parents to see the Northern Lights, and I’m currently deciding between Iceland and Finnish Lapland for 2027.
We have two possible travel windows, with about 14 days in total including flights:
- Late January – early February 2027
- Mid – late March 2027 (around the spring equinox)
Our main priority is maximising our chances of seeing the Northern Lights, but we’d also love to explore, enjoy the scenery and experience some winter activities.
For those who have visited Iceland and/or Finnish Lapland during these periods: • Which period would you choose for the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights? • Would you recommend Iceland or Finnish Lapland? • For either country, where are the must-visits and what route would you recommend for a ~14-day trip including flights?
I know the Northern Lights are never guaranteed and weather/cloud cover plays a huge part. Since this is something I really want my parents to experience, I’d love to hear from people who have travelled during these periods.