Airports near Ilulissat
JAV・JCH・JEG・JGO・UMD
What airports are closest to Ilulissat?
Ilulissat Airport (JAV) is the closest facility, sitting just 2.97 km from the center, reachable by taxi in roughly 10-15 minutes. Qasigiannguit Heliport (JCH) lies 43.86 km away, requiring multi-hour shuttle or boat transfers that can take over 3 hours depending on weather. Aasiaat Airport (JEG) is located 87.26 km from the city, typically necessitating a connecting flight of 30-40 minutes. Qeqertarsuaq Airport (JGO) is 95.28 km away, with helicopter transfers taking about 20-30 minutes in winter or longer by ferry in summer. Finally, Uummannaq Heliport (UMD) is the most distant at 167.31 km, with flight connections to Ilulissat averaging 50-60 minutes of travel time. Search for flights to Ilulissat and book hotels in Ilulissat, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Ilulissat: JAV, JCH, JEG, JGO and UMD.
Airports Near Ilulissat: Key Information
Number of airports in Ilulissat
1
Closest airport to the city center
Ilulissat Airport (JAV)
Distance
3 km
Fastest arrival time
10 minutes - 15 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Ilulissat Airport (JAV)
Compare domestic and international airports near Ilulissat.
Ilulissat Airport
Distance: 3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Ilulissat Taxi
Fastest
10 minutes - 15 minutes
DKK 140
Comfort
Local Bus
Cheapest
20 minutes - 30 minutes
DKK 10-25
Budget
Walking
45 minutes - 1 hour
Balanced
Qasigiannguit Heliport
Distance: 43.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Diskobay Tours Shuttle
Fastest
3 hours - 4 hours
Comfort
Local Taxi
3 hours - 4 hours
Balanced
Aasiaat Airport
Distance: 87.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Air Greenland Connection
Fastest
30 minutes - 40 minutes
DKK 588-1200
Speed
Local Transfer
Cheapest
16 hours 40 minutes - 33 hours 20 minutes
Budget
Qeqertarsuaq Airport
Distance: 95.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Air Greenland Helicopter
Fastest
20 minutes - 30 minutes
Speed
Disko Line Ferry
Cheapest
2 hours 15 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
Comfort
Uummannaq Heliport
Distance: 167.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Air Greenland Flight
Fastest
50 minutes - 1 hour
Speed
Local Boat Transfer
2 hours - 5 hours
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Ilulissat
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Ilulissat
For the vast majority of travelers, Ilulissat Airport (JAV) is the only logical choice as it is the only airport physically located in the city of Ilulissat. All other airports, including Aasiaat Airport (JEG), are located in neighboring cities and serve as regional hubs requiring expensive and time-consuming secondary transfers by ferry or connecting flight. Qasigiannguit Heliport (JCH), Qeqertarsuaq Airport (JGO), and Uummannaq Heliport (UMD) are remote facilities primarily used for essential inter-community connectivity rather than tourism. Travelers landing at these secondary locations should be prepared for significant logistical challenges, as ground transport between these towns and Ilulissat does not exist by road. The best strategy for visiting Ilulissat is to book a direct flight to JAV, where taxis and hotel shuttles provide reliable access to the town center. If you must use a neighboring airport, prioritize flights with Air Greenland, as private ground transfers in these regions are virtually non-existent and highly dependent on seasonal weather conditions.
Hotels near Ilulissat airport
Breakfast
Great80 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.14km from city center
A clean and compact, yet very practical hotel. We managed to get a great deal on our stay, as it was more reasonably priced than other hotels – perhaps due to the season – though it usually seems a bit more expensive. Given that accommodation in Ilulissat is generally pricey, this hotel offers excellent value for money in comparison. Its central location also makes it convenient for exploring the town on foot.FromUS$380
Great79 Reviews
Ilulissat|1.17km from city center
Just a 5-minute drive from the airport, with a shuttle service available. The shuttle schedule for the next day's flights is updated nightly at 6 PM. It's located across from the town, offering nice views, and there's a bus stop nearby for easy access to the city center.FromUS$213
Very Good43 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.89km from city center
Excellent service. Beautiful location with views of icebergs. Saw northern lights from the room window.FromUS$348
Great84 Reviews
Ilulissat|1.16km from city center
Super worth the room, you can see crushed ice in the room. The heating in the room is very comfortable, there are refrigerators, pots and pans, and several pots for cooking in the room. The restroom is also very big. During breakfast, the lighting in the restaurant on the first floor was super warm, and the Nordic atmosphere was capturedFromUS$178
Very Good32 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.21km from city center
Greenland has not many choices, it is very cost-effective to book this, stay in an apartment
Can sleep five people in an extra bed, the space is very large, the kitchen appliances have everything and the washing machine
What time is not satisfied, the check-in time has been telling us that we are cleaning the room, not how long it will take.
We waited on the first floor, waited for more than an hour and said it was still cleaning but we could go to the room and see
But didn't say where the room was at all. We didn't have a key? I continued to ask and said that the key was on the cleaning person, but where did we live? I told us at this time.
The apartment is located on the second floor and takes about fifteen steps to climb the stairs, but this road is full of big stone suitcases that will rot.FromUS$293
Family friendly
Great9 Reviews
Ilulissat|68.5km from city center
Incredible view with once in a lifetime experience, hardly can be found anywhere else! Excellent staff, service and food! Thank you!FromUS$785
0 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.35km from city center
When you stay at Eqi Glacier Lodge - World of Greenland in Ilulissat, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Knud Rasmussen Museum and Ilulissat Harbour. This cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ilulissat Hospital.Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.At Eqi Glacier Lodge - World of Greenland, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms.FromUS$1,232
Great80 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.14km from city center
A clean and compact, yet very practical hotel. We managed to get a great deal on our stay, as it was more reasonably priced than other hotels – perhaps due to the season – though it usually seems a bit more expensive. Given that accommodation in Ilulissat is generally pricey, this hotel offers excellent value for money in comparison. Its central location also makes it convenient for exploring the town on foot.FromUS$380
Great79 Reviews
Ilulissat|1.17km from city center
Just a 5-minute drive from the airport, with a shuttle service available. The shuttle schedule for the next day's flights is updated nightly at 6 PM. It's located across from the town, offering nice views, and there's a bus stop nearby for easy access to the city center.FromUS$213
Very Good43 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.89km from city center
Excellent service. Beautiful location with views of icebergs. Saw northern lights from the room window.FromUS$348
5 star
Very Good59 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.53km from city center
Great to stay several nights, the room was cozy enough for staying alone and the breakfast was good enough. See View with iceberg was just fascinating. Free transit service from and to airport was great service provided (one way trip by taxi from airport is about 150dkk)FromUS$234
Great80 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.14km from city center
A clean and compact, yet very practical hotel. We managed to get a great deal on our stay, as it was more reasonably priced than other hotels – perhaps due to the season – though it usually seems a bit more expensive. Given that accommodation in Ilulissat is generally pricey, this hotel offers excellent value for money in comparison. Its central location also makes it convenient for exploring the town on foot.FromUS$380
Great79 Reviews
Ilulissat|1.17km from city center
Just a 5-minute drive from the airport, with a shuttle service available. The shuttle schedule for the next day's flights is updated nightly at 6 PM. It's located across from the town, offering nice views, and there's a bus stop nearby for easy access to the city center.FromUS$213
Very Good43 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.89km from city center
Excellent service. Beautiful location with views of icebergs. Saw northern lights from the room window.FromUS$348
0 Reviews
Ilulissat|0.35km from city center
When you stay at Eqi Glacier Lodge - World of Greenland in Ilulissat, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Knud Rasmussen Museum and Ilulissat Harbour. This cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ilulissat Hospital.Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.At Eqi Glacier Lodge - World of Greenland, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms.FromUS$1,232
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Ilulissat?
The nearest airport to Ilulissat is Ilulissat Airport (JAV), about 3 km away.Qasigiannguit Heliport (JCH) (43.9 km), Aasiaat Airport (JEG) (87.3 km), Qeqertarsuaq Airport (JGO) (95.3 km) and Uummannaq Heliport (UMD) (167.3 km).
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How long does it take to get from Ilulissat to the airport?
Getting from Ilulissat to Ilulissat Airport (JAV) takes about 10 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How do I get to Ilulissat?
We recommend flying into Ilulissat Airport (JAV), which is approximately 3 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Ilulissat Taxi, reaching downtown in about 10 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How many airports does Ilulissat have?
Ilulissat has 5 airports: Ilulissat Airport (JAV), Qasigiannguit Heliport (JCH), Aasiaat Airport (JEG), Qeqertarsuaq Airport (JGO) and Uummannaq Heliport (UMD).