Flight tickets from Ilulissat to Iqaluit
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What you need to know about your journey
The most important information about the Ilulissat to Iqaluit route, all in one place. Please note that the route goes via Nuuk with a flight connection, and that the final leg operates only once a week during the summer season.
Approx. 4-6 hours
Total travel time
One stop/flight connection in Nuuk (GOH). Time difference to Iqaluit: -3 hours.
Once weekly
Departures on final leg
Nuuk-Iqaluit operates only on Wednesdays, during the 24 June – 30 September season.
Dash-8
Aircraft on both legs
Turboprop aircraft on both the Ilulissat-Nuuk and Nuuk-Iqaluit routes.
20 kg
Baggage included
Plus 8 kg of hand baggage, applicable for the entire journey from Ilulissat to Iqaluit.
Your journey from Ilulissat to Iqaluit
Leg 1: Ilulissat (JAV) → Nuuk (GOH)
Air Greenland operates direct flights from Ilulissat Airport to Nuuk Airport (GOH) with a Dash-8 turboprop aircraft. The flight takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and operates several times daily, year-round. We recommend arriving at the airport no later than 1 hour before departure. Check-in opens 2 hours before departure and closes 45 minutes before departure.
Transfer in Nuuk (GOH)
In Nuuk, you will transfer to the international seasonal route to Iqaluit in Canada. As this leg operates only once a week — every Wednesday during the summer season — you should plan your departure from Ilulissat with plenty of time to spare. Depending on your arrival time, you may need to stay overnight in Nuuk before continuing your journey. Please also remember that you need a valid passport for Canada, as well as an eTA or visa if applicable, depending on your nationality.
Leg 2: Nuuk (GOH) → Iqaluit (YFB)
The final leg is operated by a Dash 8-200 turboprop aircraft (37 seats) across the Davis Strait, covering a distance of approximately 825 km. The flight takes approximately 2 hours and operates only once a week, every Wednesday, during the season from 24 June to 30 September. Please note the 3-hour time difference — Iqaluit is 3 hours behind Nuuk.
Arrival in Iqaluit (YFB)
Iqaluit is the capital of the Canadian territory of Nunavut. From Iqaluit Airport, you can continue your journey with Canadian North to destinations including Ottawa, Montreal and Kuujjuaq. The currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar (CAD).
When is it cheapest?
As the Nuuk-Iqaluit route operates only during the summer season (24 June-30 September), there is no low season to choose from for this specific route. Book well in advance, as the season is short, capacity is limited (37 seats per week), and demand is high.
- High season (Jun–Sep, the only period when the route operates): from DKK 6,700
In case of weather-related changes
Weather conditions on both legs — particularly over the Davis Strait — can affect the flights. In the event of a weather-related cancellation, we will rebook you free of charge on the next available departure. Please note that the next departure on the weekly Nuuk-Iqaluit leg is not until one week later, so we recommend a flexible travel plan and allowing plenty of time when planning your journey.
Aircraft facts
Leg 1: Ilulissat-NuukDash-8
Flight time leg 1Approx. 1h 30min
Leg 2: Nuuk-IqaluitDash 8-200 (37 seats)
Flight time leg 2Approx. 2 hours
Season leg 224 Jun – 30 Sep
WiFi on boardNo (both legs)
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Frequently asked questions about JAV → YFB
The total travel time is approximately 4-6 hours including the connection in Nuuk, depending on the connection time. The first leg (Ilulissat-Nuuk) takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, while the second leg (Nuuk-Iqaluit) takes approximately 2 hours.
The Ilulissat-Nuuk leg operates several times daily, year-round. The Nuuk-Iqaluit leg, however, operates only once a week, on Wednesdays, and exclusively during the season from 24 June to 30 September. Outside this period, the journey is not possible.
In the event of weather-related cancellations, we will rebook you free of charge on the next available departure. As the Nuuk-Iqaluit leg operates only once a week, a cancellation may result in a delay of up to one week, so we recommend allowing plenty of time when planning your journey.
Economy tickets include 20 kg of checked baggage plus 8 kg of hand baggage for the entire journey from Ilulissat to Iqaluit. Your baggage will normally be checked through, so you do not need to handle it yourself when changing flights in Nuuk.
Yes. As the journey is to Canada, a valid passport is required. Depending on your nationality, you may also need an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) or a visa. Always check the current entry requirements with the Canadian authorities before departure.
It depends on your arrival time from Ilulissat in relation to the weekly departure to Iqaluit on Wednesday. As the Nuuk-Iqaluit route operates only once a week, many travellers should expect to spend at least one night in Nuuk on their way to or from Iqaluit.
All tickets can be changed free of charge within 24 hours of booking. After that, it depends on the ticket type — Flex tickets can be changed freely, while discounted tickets are subject to a change fee. Please see the terms and conditions for your specific ticket in your booking confirmation.
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