Cheap flights to Nuuk
When planning a trip to the capital of Greenland, passengers arrive at Nuuk Airport, located just 3 km from the city center. The route network includes flights from several key hubs, with the most active air service established from Copenhagen with a frequency of 5 flights per week. Regular service is also maintained from Reykjavik, with 4 weekly flights, and from New York twice a week.
Currently, 3 airlines operate flights to the city, with Icelandair and United Airlines being the main carriers. Detailed information on available flight options, including schedules and prices, is presented in the city cards below, where you can use the search function. For more detailed trip planning, we recommend exploring the Nuuk travel guide and the section on how to get to your destination.
Reykjavik — Nuuk
Copenhagen — Nuuk
Oslo — Nuuk
Frankfurt am Main — Nuuk
Dublin — Nuuk
Flight insights to Nuuk
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Nuuk — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Nuuk come from Copenhagen, Reykjavik and New York City. Copenhagen leads with around 5 flights a week.
- Copenhagen5 flights/week
- Reykjavik4 flights/week
- New York City2 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Nuuk depart from Denmark, Iceland and United States. Denmark alone accounts for about 45% of all direct routes.
- Denmarkavg $454
- Icelandavg $438
- United Statesavg $776
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Nuuk range from Reykjavik at $438 to Ilulissat at $1,404 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Copenhagenfrom $454
- Reykjavikfrom $438
- New York Cityfrom $776
- Ilulissatfrom $1,404
- Kulusukfrom $1,381
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Nuuk from right now are Reykjavik from $438, Copenhagen from $454 and New York City from $776.
- Reykjavikfrom $438
- Copenhagenfrom $454
- New York Cityfrom $776
- Kulusukfrom $1,381
- Ilulissatfrom $1,404
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Nuuk is from Copenhagen at about 5h 3m, followed by New York City (4h 19m) and Egilsstadir (2h 45m).
- Copenhagen5h 3m
- New York City4h 19m
- Egilsstadir2h 45m
- Reykjavik2h 20m
- Isafjordur2h 14m
Popular departure cities to Nuuk
Denmark
Iceland
United States
Iceland
Greenland
Iceland
Greenland
GreenlandFrequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Nuuk?
- Currently, direct air service to the city is established from 3 key destinations. The main routes connect Greenland with cities in Europe and North America.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Nuuk?
- The most popular destination is Copenhagen, with 5 flights per week. Significant traffic also comes from Reykjavik (4 flights per week) and New York (2 flights per week).
- How many airlines fly to Nuuk?
- Three airlines operate flights on this route. Major carriers such as Icelandair and United Airlines are the leaders in terms of flight frequency and available seats.
- Which airports serve flights in Nuuk?
- All international and domestic flights are handled by the city's only airport — Nuuk Airport (GOH). It is located in close proximity to the city limits, just 3 kilometers from the center.
- When is the best time to buy plane tickets to Nuuk?
- Given the limited number of flights and high demand, it is recommended to book tickets 4–6 months before your trip. This is especially relevant for the summer season when flight occupancy is at its peak.
- How to find cheap tickets to Nuuk?
- To find the best deals, it's worth comparing flights through various transit hubs, such as Iceland or Denmark. We recommend using the search filters on this page and keeping an eye out for seasonal offers from the main carriers.