Cheap flights from Nuuk
The main travel hub for Greenland's capital is Nuuk Airport, located just 3 km from the city center. The route network includes several popular international destinations, providing reliable connections between the island and other countries. Most frequently, travelers choose flights to Copenhagen (5 flights weekly), Reykjavik (4 flights a week), and New York (3 flights a week).
Currently, 3 airlines operate regular services in Nuuk. Among the major carriers performing flights from this region are Icelandair and United Airlines. Below on this page, you can browse available city cards and use filters to choose your type of getaway, while additional information about the region is available in the travel guide and the weather forecast section.
Nuuk — Reykjavik
Nuuk — Copenhagen
Nuuk — New York City
Flight insights from Nuuk
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Nuuk — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Nuuk are Copenhagen, Reykjavik and New York City. Copenhagen leads with around 5 flights a week.
- Copenhagen5 flights/week
- Reykjavik4 flights/week
- New York City3 flights/week
Top countries
Most direct flights from Nuuk head to Denmark, Iceland and United States. Denmark alone accounts for about 42% of all direct routes.
- Denmarkavg $497
- Icelandavg $508
- United Statesavg $980
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Nuuk range from Copenhagen at $497 to Dublin at $1,032 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Copenhagenfrom $497
- Reykjavikfrom $508
- New York Cityfrom $980
- Dublinfrom $1,032
- Praguefrom $896
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Nuuk right now are Copenhagen from $497, Reykjavik from $508 and Helsinki from $755.
- Copenhagenfrom $497
- Reykjavikfrom $508
- Helsinkifrom $755
- Istanbulfrom $831
- Praguefrom $896
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Nuuk is to Bangkok at about 14h 40m, followed by Taipei (13h 27m) and Tokyo (11h 54m).
- Bangkok14h 40m
- Taipei13h 27m
- Tokyo11h 54m
- Seoul11h 41m
- Cairo9h 6m
Popular destinations from Nuuk
Denmark
Iceland
United States
United Kingdom
Ireland
France
Canada
Netherlands
United Kingdom
Italy
Czech Republic
Canada
Germany
United Kingdom
United States
Turkey
Canada
Spain
Austria
United Kingdom
Spain
Italy
Norway
United States
United States
Belgium
Canada
United States
Portugal
Poland
Sweden
United States
Hungary
United States
United States
Germany
United States
Germany
Greece
Portugal
United States
United States
Finland
Canada
United States
Korea, Republic Of
Canada
United States
United Kingdom
Germany
Canada
Japan
United States
Mexico
United States
Egypt
Thailand
Taiwan, Republic of China
Mexico
TurkeyFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Nuuk?
- Currently, air service from Greenland's capital is available across several key international routes. The main flight network connects the city with important transport hubs in Europe and North America.
- What are the most popular destinations from Nuuk?
- The highest demand is for flights to Copenhagen (5 departures a week), Reykjavik (4 flights weekly), and New York (3 flights per week).
- How many airlines fly from Nuuk?
- Regular flights are operated by 3 airlines. The leading carriers providing the highest flight frequency are Icelandair and United Airlines.
- Which airports serve Nuuk?
- All flights arrive at and depart from Nuuk Airport (GOH). This compact and convenient airport is located just 3 kilometers from the city center, making for a quick commute to your destination.
- When is the best time to buy flight tickets from Nuuk?
- It is recommended to plan your trip well in advance, at least 2–3 months before departure. Since the number of flights is limited, early booking helps ensure seat availability for your preferred dates, especially during the peak tourist season.
- How can I find cheap tickets from Nuuk?
- To find the best deals, it is worth checking flights on different days of the week, as prices can vary depending on the departure day. It is also helpful to keep an eye out for special offers from major carriers such as Icelandair.