Non-stop flights to Qaqortoq (JJU)
Qaqortoq Heliport is a small airport in Greenland. It is an international airport. In total there are 9 airports around the world that have direct flights to Qaqortoq in 2 countries. Currently, there are 8 domestic flights to Qaqortoq.
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All direct flights to Qaqortoq Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Qaqortoq Best time to visit Qaqortoq Intercontinental flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 147 flights arriving at Qaqortoq Airport, which are 35 flights per week or 5 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Qaqortoq are routes from Nanortalik (JNN) in Greenland and Narsarsuaq (UAK), also in Greenland. These two routes together are operated 81 times this month, and make up for 55% of all monthly arrivals at Qaqortoq Heliport.
The longest flight to Qaqortoq JJU is departing from Reykjavik (Keflavik) (KEF). This non-stop flight takes around 3 hours and covers a distance of 778 miles (1,252 km).
List of all direct flights to Qaqortoq
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Qaqortoq, 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 Qaqortoq.
Airlines flying to Qaqortoq
Currently, there are 2 airlines that fly to Qaqortoq. Most flights to Qaqortoq are operated by Air Greenland, as they connect 8 airports to JJU. That’s around 8 times as much as Icelandair, the second biggest airline in terms of operated flight routes to Qaqortoq. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all JJU flights:
What is the best time to visit Qaqortoq?
🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra
The winters in Qaqortoq 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 Qaqortoq
The only intercontinental flights to Qaqortoq Heliport (JJU) 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 Qaqortoq
Icelandair is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Europe to Qaqortoq. They fly seasonal from Reykjavik (Keflavik) (KEF).
International flights to Qaqortoq
Flights from Iceland to Qaqortoq
Reykjavik (Keflavik) is the only city in Iceland with direct flights to Qaqortoq. 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 Qaqortoq
Flights from Greenland to Qaqortoq
There are several airports within Greenland that have domestic flights to Qaqortoq (8 in total).
From Alluitsup Paa, Ammassivik, Arsuk, Nanortalik, Narsaq, Narsarsuaq, Nuuk and Paamiut, all direct flights to Qaqortoq are operated by Air Greenland.
All flights from Greenland
Alternative airports near Qaqortoq
Flying to an alternative airport near Qaqortoq 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 Qaqortoq (JJU) are listed below. The closest alternative airports 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 into Qaqortoq?
The most convenient airport to fly into Qaqortoq is Qaqortoq Heliport (JJU).
How many airlines fly to Qaqortoq?
There are 2 airlines flying to Qaqortoq from 9 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Qaqortoq?
Air Greenland and Icelandair are the only airlines flying to Qaqortoq.
Which alliances are flying to Qaqortoq?
There are no alliances flying to Qaqortoq at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Qaqortoq?
There are roughly 147 flights arriving at Qaqortoq every month (or 35 flights each week), from 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 to Qaqortoq?
Nanortalik, Narsarsuaq and Narsaq are the 3 most popular routes to Qaqortoq. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Qaqortoq, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Qaqortoq?
| Nanortalik to Qaqortoq | 25m |
| Narsarsuaq to Qaqortoq | 25m |
| Narsaq to Qaqortoq | 15m |
| Nuuk to Qaqortoq | 1h 30m |
| Ammassivik to Qaqortoq | 15m |
