Non-stop flights from Qaqortoq (JJU)
Qaqortoq Airport (IATA: JJU, ICAO: BGJH), also known as Qaqortoq Heliport, is a small airport in Greenland.It is an international airport and serves the area of Qaqortoq, Greenland.Qaqortoq Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 9 destinations in 1 country.
At present, there are 8 domestic flights from Qaqortoq.
The longest flight from Qaqortoq JJU is a 778 mile (1,252 km) non-stop route to Reykjavik (Keflavik) KEF. This direct flight takes around 3 hours and is operated by Icelandair.
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Airlines flying from Qaqortoq Popular destinations from Qaqortoq Popular destinations with a stopover Points & Miles information Destinations by flight duration Best time to travel from Qaqortoq Intercontinental flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Qaqortoq
In total there are 2 airlines flying from and to Qaqortoq. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Qaqortoq
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Qaqortoq, 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 Qaqortoq that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Qaqortoq. 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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Destinations from Qaqortoq by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Qaqortoq 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!
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Best time to travel from Qaqortoq
From Qaqortoq, 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, 9 Polar / Tundra influenced destinations are reachable by direct flight from Qaqortoq. 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.
Intercontinental flights from Qaqortoq
The only intercontinental flights operating from Qaqortoq Heliport (JJU) are between Qaqortoq and Europe.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Qaqortoq and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Qaqortoq to Europe
Icelandair is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Qaqortoq to Europe. They fly seasonal to Reykjavik (Keflavik) (KEF).
International flights from Qaqortoq
Flights from Qaqortoq to Iceland
Reykjavik (Keflavik) is the only destination in Iceland with direct flights from Qaqortoq. Direct flights to Reykjavik (Keflavik) are offered by Icelandair. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
All flights to Iceland
Domestic flights from Qaqortoq
Flights from Qaqortoq to Greenland
There are several airports within Greenland that have domestic flights departing from Qaqortoq (8 in total).
All direct flights from Qaqortoq to Alluitsup Paa, Ammassivik, Arsuk, Nanortalik, Narsaq, Narsarsuaq, Nuuk and Paamiut are operated by Air Greenland.
All flights to Greenland
Alternative airports near Qaqortoq
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Qaqortoq (JJU). The nearest airports to Qaqortoq (JJU) are Narsaq (JNS) and Alluitsup Paa (LLU).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Qaqortoq?
There are 6 airports in Qaqortoq: Qaqortoq Heliport (JJU), Narsaq Heliport (JNS), Alluitsup Paa Heliport (LLU), Ammassivik Heliport (QUW), Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) and Nanortalik Heliport (JNN).
What is the best airport to fly from Qaqortoq?
The most convenient airport to fly from Qaqortoq is Qaqortoq Heliport (JJU).
How many airlines fly from Qaqortoq?
There are 2 airlines flying from Qaqortoq to 9 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Qaqortoq?
Air Greenland and Icelandair are the only airlines flying from Qaqortoq.
Which alliances are flying from Qaqortoq?
There are no alliances flying from Qaqortoq at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there from Qaqortoq?
There are roughly 147 flights departing from Qaqortoq every month (or 35 flights each week), to a total of 9 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Qaqortoq Airport?
The official name of Qaqortoq Airport is Qaqortoq Heliport.
What is the airport code of Qaqortoq Airport?
The airport code of Qaqortoq Airport is JJU.
What are the most popular flights from Qaqortoq?
Nanortalik, Narsarsuaq and Narsaq are the 3 most popular routes from Qaqortoq. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Qaqortoq, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Qaqortoq?
| Qaqortoq to Nanortalik | 25m |
| Qaqortoq to Narsarsuaq | 25m |
| Qaqortoq to Narsaq | 15m |
| Qaqortoq to Nuuk | 1h 30m |
| Qaqortoq to Ammassivik | 15m |
