Flight tickets from Nuuk to Frankfurt from DKK 4,960
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What you need to know about your trip
The most important information about travelling from Nuuk to Frankfurt, gathered in one place.
1 stop
Connection
Via Copenhagen (CPH). Nuuk–Copenhagen is flown direct by Air Greenland, Copenhagen–Frankfurt by our interline partner SAS.
Up to daily
Departures
Nuuk–Copenhagen is flown year-round. See exact days and connection times to Frankfurt in the booking system above.
Air Greenland + SAS
Operated by
Nuuk–Copenhagen with Air Greenland’s A330-800neo, Copenhagen–Frankfurt with SAS.
20 kg
Baggage included
Checked through to Frankfurt on a single ticket, plus 8 kg hand baggage. Premium passengers on the Air Greenland leg get 2 checked bags.
Your journey from Nuuk to Frankfurt
From Nuuk Airport (GOH)
Nuuk Airport is Greenland’s main international gateway, opened in November 2024 with a new 2,200-metre runway. From here, Air Greenland flies direct to Copenhagen with the airline’s flagship, an Airbus A330-800neo. We recommend being at the airport at least 2 hours before departure.
Connecting in Copenhagen (CPH)
Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup) is Air Greenland’s main international hub. Your onward flight to Frankfurt is booked as part of the same ticket, operated by our interline partner SAS, so your baggage is checked through and you simply follow the connecting flights signage. Connection times vary by departure, so always check the routing and layover length shown at booking.
Arriving in Frankfurt (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport is one of the destinations we serve through our interline agreement with SAS, giving you a seamless single-ticket connection from Greenland into central Germany.
When is it cheapest?
As with our other routes from Greenland, fares on the Nuuk–Copenhagen sector are typically lowest in the low season from October to March. Book at least 60 days before departure for the best price. The summer season, June to August, should be booked 4–6 months ahead, as demand is high.
In the event of weather-related changes
Greenlandic weather can affect the flight on the Air Greenland sector. In the event of a weather cancellation, we rebook you free of charge to the next available departure and contact you automatically by SMS and email. We recommend a flexible fare type if you are travelling in the winter season.
First flight: Nuuk–Copenhagen
AircraftA330-800neo
Total seats305
Premium cabin42 seats
Second sectorCopenhagen–Frankfurt (SAS)
Onboard WiFiYes
Cabin layout – Copenhagen–Nuuk (A330-800neo)
This is how you are seated on the first leg of your journey, Nuuk–Copenhagen, flown with Air Greenland’s Airbus A330-800neo. The onward flight to Frankfurt is operated by SAS with its own cabin layout.
Greenland’s national airline since 1960
We are owned by the people of Greenland and have flown between Greenland and the rest of the world for more than 60 years. Through our interline agreement with SAS, you can book your entire Nuuk–Frankfurt journey on a single ticket, directly with us.
60+
Years of experience
Since 1960 we have flown between Greenland and the outside world. We know the routes, the weather and our passengers.
100%
Greenlandic ownership
Owned by the Government of Greenland, and therefore by the Greenlandic people. When you travel with us, you support the local community.
300k+
Passengers a year
More than 300,000 travellers choose us every year – to Greenland, Iceland and Canada.
Frequently asked questions about GOH → FRA
No, there is no non-stop flight between Nuuk and Frankfurt. Your journey is booked as a single ticket with a connection in Copenhagen, where Air Greenland operates the Nuuk–Copenhagen sector and SAS operates the Copenhagen–Frankfurt sector.
Air Greenland flies direct from Nuuk to Copenhagen up to daily, year-round, with an Airbus A330-800neo.
The Nuuk–Copenhagen sector is operated by Air Greenland. The Copenhagen–Frankfurt sector is operated by our interline partner SAS.
When you book the whole journey as one ticket, your checked baggage is normally transferred automatically to your connecting flight. Always confirm the baggage handling for your specific booking at check-in, especially if your connection time in Copenhagen is short.
Economy tickets on the Air Greenland sector include 20 kg of checked baggage plus 8 kg of hand baggage. Premium passengers get 2 checked bags. Baggage allowance on the Copenhagen–Frankfurt sector follows SAS’s policy for that fare type.
In the event of weather-related cancellations on the Air Greenland sector, we rebook you free of charge to the next available departure. You are contacted automatically by SMS and email with the new departure time. We can also arrange hotel and meals if you are stranded en route.
Fares on the Nuuk–Copenhagen sector are typically lowest from October to March. Book at least 60 days ahead for the best price. The summer season, June to August, should be booked 4–6 months ahead, as demand is high.
Danish and Nordic citizens do not need a visa for travel to Germany – a passport or valid ID is sufficient. Other travellers should check current Schengen entry requirements, as Greenland itself is outside the Schengen Area while Germany is inside it. Always check the current entry requirements with your foreign ministry before departure.
Takuss, Standard and Premium tickets can be changed to a different date or destination for a fixed fee of DKK 750, plus any fare difference. Changes can be made via My Booking up to 2 hours before departure. Standard Flex and Premium Flex continue to offer full flexibility. Takuss, Standard and Premium tickets are non-refundable in the event of cancellation – only taxes and charges can be refunded, provided the cancellation is made up to 2 hours before departure. If you booked via a travel agency or Air Greenland’s business portal, changes must be handled there.
Nuuk Airport (GOH) is Greenland’s main international gateway, opened in November 2024 with a new 2,200-metre runway. It lies just 4 km from the city centre – about a 10-minute taxi or local bus ride.
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