FNBO

Icelandair Mastercard®

Highest earn rate in Dining at 0.3% effective value

The Icelandair Mastercard® from FNBO earns up to 0.3% effective value on dining in Madeen's catalog snapshot. It has no annual fee. New applicants may see: 5,000 Points upon first purchase after account is opened. Madeen compares this card against the cards you already carry — no bank login required.

Top category
Dining
Effective value
0.3%
Annual fee
$0

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Reviewed by Madeen editorial review
Catalog snapshot 2026-05-01
Updated 2026-06-03
Data source Madeen catalog analysis

Madeen compares public issuer terms with its card-rule catalog. Issuer pages control rewards, fees, benefits, exclusions, and eligibility; Madeen does not issue cards, make approval decisions, or provide financial advice.

Madeen analysis

What does the Icelandair Mastercard earn in each category?

Dining is the strongest category at 0.3% effective value (0.5x miles at about 0.5 cents each). That dining rate ranks higher than about 0% of the 1,547 cards we track in that category. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

Dining is the strongest category at 0.3% effective value (0.5x miles at about 0.5 cents each). That dining rate ranks higher than about 0% of the 1,547 cards we track in that category.

Category Earn rate Effective value
Dining
Restaurants, cafes, takeout
0.5x miles 0.3% Top category
Grocery
Supermarkets and grocery stores
0.5x miles 0.3%
Gas
Gas stations and fuel
0.5x miles 0.3%
Travel
Flights, hotels, transit
0.5x miles 0.3%
Other
General everyday spend
0.5x miles 0.3%

Madeen values Icelandair Saga Points at about 0.5 cents each. Madeen compares every card using this cash-equivalent estimate while still showing the raw earn rate for context.

Madeen take

Who should get the Icelandair Mastercard?

The Icelandair Mastercard fits spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 0.5x miles. Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 0.5x miles. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.

Icelandair Mastercard fits spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 0.5x miles. Madeen ranks its dining effective rate higher than about 0% of the catalog in that category. Compare it against cards you already carry with Madeen — no bank login required.

Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 0.5x miles. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.

Mostly a flat base earn card without strong category bonuses.

Best for dining-heavy spend when you want to avoid an annual fee; confirm issuer terms before applying. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

Pros

  • Strongest Madeen category is dining at about 0.3% effective (0.5x miles).
  • No annual fee in our catalog snapshot.
  • No foreign transaction fee listed.
  • Welcome bonus may add value if you can meet spend requirements.

Cons

  • Icelandair Saga Points value depends on how you redeem, not straight cash back.
Fees and bonus

Does the Icelandair Mastercard have an annual fee, and what's the welcome bonus?

The Icelandair Mastercard has an annual fee of $0 and a foreign transaction fee of None. New applicants may see: 5,000 Points upon first purchase after account is opened. Confirm current issuer terms before applying. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

Annual fee
$0
Foreign transaction fee
None
Signup bonus
5,000 Points upon first purchase after account is opened
Benefits

What benefits come with the Icelandair Mastercard?

The Icelandair Mastercard includes Global emergency services, HealthLock, Instacart in our snapshot. Perks and benefits can change; verify coverage on the issuer site before you rely on them. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

  • Global emergency servicesIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Call 1-800-MASTERCARD (1-800-627-8372) for 24/7 assistance to report a lost or stolen card.

  • HealthLockIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Enjoy a HealthLock for Mastercard Medical Claim Monitor complimentary membership plus a 90-day upgrade to all HealthLock services at no monthly cost.

  • InstacartIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Groceries and more delivered in as fast as one hour. Get $10 off your second order each month, and new Instacart+ members can also get three free months of Instacart+.

  • Mastercard GolfIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Get exclusive PGA TOUR® experiences and access amazing golf benefits with our Golf Concierge Service.

  • Mastercard ID Theft ProtectionIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Monitor your credit file for fraud, get alerts for suspicious activity and access a resolution specialist.

  • Mastercard Music and Entertainment Access benefitIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Mastercard gives you exclusive access to ticket presales at top venues and festivals across the U.S. Eligibility restrictions, exclusions and terms apply. Offer expires 3/31/2027.

  • Mastercard Transit BenefitIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Save when you tap and go with your eligible Mastercard and receive a $2.50 statement credit when you spend $10 or more each month at participating transit systems.

  • Mastercard TravelIncluded with World Mastercard®

    Browse exclusive Mastercard benefits, book travel, get hotel upgrades and more.

Common questions about the Icelandair Mastercard

Does the Icelandair Mastercard have an annual fee?

The Icelandair Mastercard carries an annual fee of $0 in Madeen's catalog snapshot. Issuer terms can change, so confirm the current fee on the issuer's site before you apply. Madeen does not predict approval or prequalification. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

What category earns the most with the Icelandair Mastercard?

Dining is the strongest Madeen category for the Icelandair Mastercard at about 0.3% effective value, based on our catalog snapshot and standard point valuations. Other categories are listed in the effective-rate table on this page. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

Does the Icelandair Mastercard charge foreign transaction fees?

The Icelandair Mastercard does not charge a foreign transaction fee in Madeen's catalog snapshot, which can make it stronger for purchases outside the U.S. Issuer terms still control international acceptance and other fees. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

What is the Icelandair Mastercard welcome bonus?

The Icelandair Mastercard welcome offer in our snapshot: 5,000 Points upon first purchase after account is opened. Minimum spend, eligibility, and offer windows are set by the issuer and can change. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

What credit score do you need for the Icelandair Mastercard?

Madeen's catalog lists a typical credit range of Good to Excellent for the Icelandair Mastercard. Issuers decide approval using their own criteria; Madeen does not predict approval odds or prequalification. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

How do you redeem rewards on the Icelandair Mastercard?

Rewards on the Icelandair Mastercard post as Icelandair Saga Points. Redemption value depends on how you use Icelandair Saga Points (statement credit, travel, transfers, or issuer portals). Madeen shows effective cash-equivalent rates using standard valuations. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.

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How does the Icelandair Mastercard compare to similar cards?

Compare the Icelandair Mastercard against Amtrak Guest Rewards Mastercard (5% on Dining, $0 fee); Amtrak Guest Rewards Preferred Mastercard (5% on Dining, $99 fee); Best Western Rewards Mastercard (4.6% on Dining, $0 fee). Madeen ranks effective value by category and annual fee using the same catalog snapshot dated 2026-05-01.

CardTop categoryEffective valueAnnual fee
Icelandair Mastercard
This card
Dining0.3%$0
Dining5%$0
Dining5%$99
Dining4.6%$0
Dining4.6%$0
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