Non-stop flights from Ammassivik (QUW)
Ammassivik Airport (IATA: QUW, ICAO: BGAS), also known as Ammassivik Heliport, is a small airport in Greenland with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 2 domestic flights from Ammassivik.
The longest flight from Ammassivik QUW is a 31 mile (50 km) non-stop route to Nanortalik JNN. This direct flight takes around 15 minutes and is operated by Air Greenland.
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Airlines flying from Ammassivik Popular destinations from Ammassivik Popular destinations with a stopover Points & Miles information Destinations by flight duration Best time to travel from Ammassivik International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Ammassivik
Only one airline is flying from and to Ammassivik, which is Air Greenland.
Popular destinations from Ammassivik
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Ammassivik, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Ammassivik that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Ammassivik. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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From Ammassivik, which places within 500 miles can I reach?
Destinations from Ammassivik by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Ammassivik below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
From Ammassivik, where can I fly in 1 hour?
Best time to travel from Ammassivik
From Ammassivik, you can fly directly to places, each offering a experience. Below, you'll find helpful information to plan your trip at the ideal time of the year!
🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra destinations
Currently, 2 Polar / Tundra influenced destinations are reachable by direct flight from Ammassivik. These areas, renowned for their glacial landscapes and frozen terrain — with temperatures well below 0°C (32°F) and often dropping to -30°C (-22°F) — offer opportunities for adventure activities like ice climbing, glacier hiking, and polar expeditions to observe wildlife such as seals, penguins, and polar bears.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The best time to explore these areas in the Northern Hemisphere is during the summer months (June-August), when you'll enjoy abundant sunshine and long days. If you're a fan of snow, these places are ideal as they have snow year-round. Just keep in mind that winters can be quite cold and dark.
International flights from Ammassivik
Currently there are no international flights departing from Ammassivik. To get from Ammassivik to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Qaqortoq or Nanortalik.
Domestic flights from Ammassivik
Flights from Ammassivik to Greenland
There are 2 airports in Greenland that have non-stop domestic flights from Ammassivik.
To Nanortalik and Qaqortoq, you can fly with Air Greenland.
All flights to Greenland
Alternative airports near Ammassivik
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Ammassivik (QUW). The nearest airports to Ammassivik (QUW) are Alluitsup Paa (LLU) and Qaqortoq (JJU).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Ammassivik?
There are 9 airports in Ammassivik: Ammassivik Heliport (QUW), Alluitsup Paa Heliport (LLU), Qaqortoq Heliport (JJU), Narsaq Heliport (JNS), Nanortalik Heliport (JNN), Tasiusaq Heliport (XEQ), Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK), Narsaq Kujalleq Heliport (QFN) and Aappilattoq Heliport (QUV).
What is the best airport to fly from Ammassivik?
You have multiple options when flying from Ammassivik. Although Ammassivik (QUW) might be a convenient airport to depart from, the biggest airport near Ammassivik is Qaqortoq (JJU), Qaqortoq Heliport, which offers additional flight options.
How many airlines fly from Ammassivik?
There is 1 airline flying from Ammassivik, which is Air Greenland, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Ammassivik?
Air Greenland is the only airline flying from Ammassivik.
Which alliances are flying from Ammassivik?
There are no alliances flying from Ammassivik at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there from Ammassivik?
There are roughly 6 flights departing from Ammassivik every month (or 0 flights each week), to a total of 2 airports - all within Greenland.
What is the official name of Ammassivik Airport?
The official name of Ammassivik Airport is Ammassivik Heliport.
What is the airport code of Ammassivik Airport?
The airport code of Ammassivik Airport is QUW.
What are the most popular flights from Ammassivik?
Nanortalik is the only direct flight destination from Ammassivik.
