Non-stop flights to Ilulissat (JAV)
Ilulissat Airport is the largest airport in Greenland. It is Greenland's main international airport. In total there are 16 airports around the world that have direct flights to Ilulissat, spread around 11 cities in 2 countries. Currently, there are 14 domestic flights to Ilulissat.
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All direct flights to Ilulissat Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Ilulissat Best time to visit Ilulissat Intercontinental flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 202 flights arriving at Ilulissat Airport, which are 49 flights per week or 7 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Ilulissat are routes from Nuuk (GOH) in Greenland and Aasiaat (JEG), also in Greenland. These two routes together are operated 98 times this month, and make up for 49% of all monthly arrivals at Ilulissat Airport.
The longest flight to Ilulissat JAV is departing from Copenhagen (CPH). This non-stop flight takes around 4 hours and 45 minutes and covers a distance of 2,115 miles (3,404 km).
List of all direct flights to Ilulissat
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Ilulissat, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Ilulissat.
Airlines flying to Ilulissat
Currently, there are 2 airlines that fly to Ilulissat. Most flights to Ilulissat are operated by Air Greenland, as they connect 15 airports to JAV. That’s around 15 times as much as Icelandair, the second biggest airline in terms of operated flight routes to Ilulissat. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all JAV flights:
What is the best time to visit Ilulissat?
🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra
The winters in Ilulissat are cold, with average temperatures usually below 0°C (32°F) and sometimes dropping to -30°C (-22°F). Summers are short and mild. The region is known for its stunning landscapes, untouched nature, and diverse wildlife.
The best time to visit is during the summer months, when you can enjoy abundant daylight and sunshine. For snow and ice enthusiasts, this destination offers year-round snow, though winters can be particularly cold and dark.
Intercontinental flights to Ilulissat
The only intercontinental flights to Ilulissat Airport (JAV) are from Europe, as of April 2026.
* Please note that there are no direct services from 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 Europe to Ilulissat
Air Greenland: seasonal flights from Copenhagen (CPH).
Icelandair: seasonal flights from Reykjavik (Keflavik) (KEF).
International flights to Ilulissat
Flights from Denmark to Ilulissat
Copenhagen is the only city in Denmark with direct flights to Ilulissat. From Copenhagen, direct flights are offered by Air Greenland. This is a seasonal route that starts in November and ends in March.
All flights from Denmark
Flights from Iceland to Ilulissat
In Iceland, the only airport that has a direct connection to Ilulissat is Reykjavik (Keflavik). From Reykjavik (Keflavik), direct flights are offered by Icelandair. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
All flights from Iceland
Domestic flights to Ilulissat
Flights from Greenland to Ilulissat
There are lots of domestic flights to Ilulissat (JAV). 14 airports in Greenland have direct flights to the airport.
From Aasiaat, Ikamiut, Ilimanaq, Kangerlussuaq, Nuuk, Qaanaaq, Qaarsut and Uummannaq, Qasigiannguit, Qeqertaq, Qeqertarsuaq, Saqqaq, Sisimiut, Upernavik and Uummannaq, all direct flights to Ilulissat are operated by Air Greenland.
All flights from Greenland
Alternative airports near Ilulissat
Flying to an alternative airport near Ilulissat could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Ilulissat (JAV) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Ilimanaq (XIQ) and Qasigiannguit (JCH).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Ilulissat?
There are 5 airports in Ilulissat: Ilulissat Airport (JAV), Ilimanaq Heliport (XIQ), Qasigiannguit Heliport (JCH), Ikamiut Heliport (QJI) and Akunnaaq Heliport (QCU).
What is the best airport to fly into Ilulissat?
The most convenient airport to fly into Ilulissat is Ilulissat Airport (JAV).
How many airlines fly to Ilulissat?
There are 2 airlines flying to Ilulissat from 16 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Ilulissat?
Air Greenland and Icelandair are the only airlines flying to Ilulissat.
Which alliances are flying to Ilulissat?
There are no alliances flying to Ilulissat at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Ilulissat?
There are roughly 202 flights arriving at Ilulissat every month (or 49 flights each week), from a total of 16 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Ilulissat Airport?
The official name of Ilulissat Airport is Ilulissat Airport.
What is the airport code of Ilulissat Airport?
The airport code of Ilulissat Airport is JAV.
What are the most popular flights to Ilulissat?
Nuuk, Aasiaat and Qeqertarsuaq are the 3 most popular routes to Ilulissat. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Ilulissat, please use our flight map.
