Flights from Greenland

Flights from Greenland

Planning a trip from Greenland? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 58 airports across the country, traveling from Greenland is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 5 airports, while 5 airports offer intercontinental flights. Domestic flights are available from every airport in Greenland, 53 of those airports only operate domestic flights.

As of May 2026, Greenland has 1,717 flights to 64 airports in 5 different countries. Those flights are operated by 4 different airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Greenland are: Economy and Business Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Greenland. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Greenland? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by SkyTeam or Star Alliance.

All airports in Greenland

Travel from Greenland!

Explore all 58 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Nuuk, Ilulissat, Qaqortoq, Tasiilaq, Kulusuk, Aasiaat, Uummannaq and Sisimiut, and together, the top 8 airports in these cities account for over 61% of all departing flights this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from Greenland

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 4 airlines operate flights from Greenland, none are low-cost airlines. Air Greenland is the preferred airline here, handling 99% of all departures — amounting to 1,696 flights this month.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Greenland.

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Greenland. 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. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Greenland by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Greenland arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Best time to travel from Greenland

Traveling from Greenland offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including polar / tundra, oceanic / maritime, humid subtropical and subarctic or alpine. Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Greenland, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra destinations

Currently, 59 Polar / Tundra influenced destinations are reachable by direct flight from Greenland. 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.

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations

You can find direct flights from Greenland to 3 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.

🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations

There are direct flights available to one Humid Subtropical / Warm Temperate destination. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October

🌲 ❄️ Subarctic or Alpine destinations

Only one Subarctic / Alpine destination is reachable by a non-stop flight from Greenland at this time. Enjoy the natural beauty of the destinations with the Subarctic / Alpine climate, including dense forests and tundra landscapes, which make them perfect for hiking, spotting wildlife, and winter activities.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The most favorable time to visit these subarctic spots (on the Northern Hemisphere) is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March. With a variety of winter sports available in the higher elevations, you’re bound to have a wonderful time. If winter is not your vibe though, consider visiting in mid-summer (May - August), when the temperatures are mild and often pleasantly warm, between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).

Countries with direct flights from Greenland

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Greenland?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Greenland. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 4 countries, spread across North America and Europe.

Non-stop flights from Greenland

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Greenland, organized by popularity. Currently, 6 destination airports located in 4 countries, located in North America and Europe. So whether you're planning a vacation or business trip, you'll have plenty of options to choose from!

Business Class flights from Greenland

Flying Business Class from Greenland

Did you know that you can fly business class from 2 airports in Greenland? Together, those airports connect to 4 destinations in 3 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Nuuk (GOH) and Kangerlussuaq (SFJ).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Greenland!

Business Class airports in Greenland

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within Greenland

Greenland has 53 airports that exclusively serve domestic flights. Nuuk, Ilulissat, Qaqortoq, Tasiilaq, Kulusuk, Aasiaat, Uummannaq, Sisimiut and Qaarsut and Uummannaq Airport is the favored choice for domestic flights. In May, 1,053 of all departing domestic flights are being handled by these airports.

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Greenland.

International flights from Greenland to North America

In total there are 2 cities in 2 countries across North America that you can reach by direct flight. These international flights all depart from Nuuk Airport, the only international airport in Greenland.

The most popular destinations are Iqaluit (YFB) and Newark (EWR).

By Air Greenland and United Airlines, International flights are exclusively operated by Air Greenland.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to Canada from Greenland

Nuuk Airport is the only airport in Greenland that is directly connected to Canada, with flights to Iqaluit Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Canada from Greenland, operated by Air Greenland.

Greenland to Canada with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Greenland that have 1-stop flights to 22 more destinations in Canada:

Flights to United States from Greenland

Nuuk Airport is the only airport in Greenland that is directly connected to United States, with flights to Newark Airport. This is the only direct flight route to United States from Greenland, operated by United Airlines.

Greenland to United States with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Greenland that have 1-stop flights to 86 more destinations in United States:

Intercontinental flights from Greenland

Greenland is directly connected to Europe, with flights available to 2 countries on this continent. However, it has limited connections to the rest of the world.

Below, you'll find all 57 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.

Direct flights from Greenland to Europe

Direct flights from Greenland connect to 2 countries in Europe. 3 airlines offer these non-stop routes, resulting in a total of 10 direct flight routes to the continent.

Greenland to Denmark Flights

You can fly directly from 3 airports in Greenland to 3 airports in Denmark. Amounting to a total of 5 non-stop flight routes, operated by Air Greenland and SAS, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Greenland to Denmark with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 3 airports in Greenland that have 1-stop flights to 4 more destinations in Denmark:

Greenland to Iceland Flights

You can fly directly from 5 airports in Greenland and arrive at Reykjavik (Keflavik) Airport, the only airport in Iceland with direct flights from Greenland. Amounting to a total of 5 non-stop flight routes, operated by Icelandair and Air Greenland, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Greenland to Iceland with a stopover

There is another destination available if you'd consider a stopover as 5 airports currently offer a stopover flight to Akureyri:

Most popular routes from Greenland

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Greenland. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Greenland with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Greenland:

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