Cheap flights from Nuuk (GOH)

Greenland's capital airport, now with a long runway

Nuuk Airport serves the Greenlandic capital and sits about 4 km northeast of the city centre. A new 2,200-metre runway opened in late 2024, allowing direct widebody and narrowbody flights from Copenhagen and seasonal North American services. Air Greenland is the dominant carrier; SAS and United have added Copenhagen and Newark routes.

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Major carriers: Air Greenland, SAS, United Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you now fly direct to Nuuk from Europe?
Yes. After the November 2024 runway extension, Nuuk handles direct narrowbody and widebody flights. Air Greenland and SAS operate Copenhagen, and seasonal North American routes have been added. Flightmussy's 12-month heatmap is helpful here because frequency is still low and dates matter more than usual.
How far is Nuuk Airport from the city?
Nuuk Airport is roughly 4 km northeast of the city centre, about 10 minutes by taxi. There is a city bus connection on weekdays. Compared with the older Kangerlussuaq hub, the in-city location is a major time saving for visitors with short stays in Greenland's capital.
Which airlines fly to Greenland?
Air Greenland is the largest carrier, with domestic and Copenhagen services. SAS launched Copenhagen-Nuuk in 2024, and United added a seasonal Newark route. Domestic legs to Ilulissat, Sisimiut and other settlements remain Air Greenland-only. Flightmussy compares all available carriers without a signup.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Nuuk?
October to early December and late January to March, outside Christmas and school holidays, usually show the lowest fares. Summer is peak for cruise and aurora-shoulder traffic. The 12-month fare heatmap on Flightmussy makes it easy to spot a quiet week before booking.

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