Address & Contact

Contact Information:


Telefonnummer: +299 94 41 40

Street address:
Ilulissat Airport
Mittarfimmut Aqqutaa B-1138
Ilulissat 3952
Grönland

GPS Coordinates:
Longitude: -51,057°
Latitude: 69,243°

Summary

Ilulissat Airport is a medium sized airport in Greenland, serving the region of Ilulissat. The longest runway is 2.772 feet or 845 meters long.

Facts:
Local name: Mittarfik Ilulissat
Airport size: small airport
Serving area: Ilulissat
Longest runway: 2772 (ft)

Codes:
IATA: JAV, ICAO: BGJN

Flight information:
Departure times (FlightStats)
Flight times (FlightRadar24)

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About the airport

Ilulissat Airport (IATA: JAV, ICAO: BGJN) is a small airport located in the town of Ilulissat, in the western part of Greenland. It serves as a gateway to the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ilulissat Icefjord. The airport is situated approximately 2 kilometers northeast of the town center, making it easily accessible for travelers.

Despite its small size, Ilulissat Airport offers regular domestic flights to and from other towns in Greenland, including Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq. Air Greenland is the primary airline operating at this airport, providing reliable connections for travelers exploring the region.

Facilities at Ilulissat Airport are limited but sufficient for the needs of travelers. There is a small terminal building with basic amenities, including a café and a souvenir shop. The airport also provides car rental services, allowing visitors to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Ilulissat and its surroundings.

When planning your trip to Greenland, Ilulissat Airport is a convenient entry point, offering easy access to the mesmerizing ice fjords and the unique natural beauty of this remote Arctic destination.

Hotels and places to stay

HOTEL ARCTIC

Address
Distance: 1,4 mi
MITTARFIMMUT B-1128
3952 Ilulissat
Greenland

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hotel Icefiord

Address
Distance: 2,4 mi
J. Sverdrupip Aqq. 10
3952 Ilulissat
Greenland

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from the area of the airport

Approach into Ilulissat Greenland in Snow and Poor Visibility

Published: March 20, 2013
Length: 29:22 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Jonas Jonasson

NDB approach with circling in minimum visibility and snow in Ilulissat BGJN.

Diamond DA42 Twinstar Takeoff in Ilulissat Greenland

Published: July 07, 2008
Length: 24:18 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Hans Moser

A Take-off in a Diamond DA 42 Twinstar in Ilulissat/Greenland on a transatlantic flight from Hilton Head SC to Altenrhein Switzerland.

Bell 222 landing in full storm, Ilulissat, Greenland

Published: February 16, 2008
Length: 58:58 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: leirfjellet

The Norwegian Pilot taking a Bell 222 gently down in very heavy wind.

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