Flight tickets from Qaqortoq to Ilulissat
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What you need to know about your journey
The most important information about the Qaqortoq to Ilulissat route, all in one place. Please note that the route goes via Nuuk with a flight connection.
Approx. 4-6 hours
Total travel time
One stopover/flight connection in Nuuk (GOH). No time zone difference.
Several times daily
Departures
Qaqortoq-Nuuk up to 2 times daily (up to 17 weekly during summer). Nuuk-Ilulissat several times daily, year-round.
Dash-8
Aircraft on both legs
Turboprop aircraft (Q200/Q400) on both Qaqortoq-Nuuk and Nuuk-Ilulissat.
20 kg
Baggage included
Plus 8 kg of hand baggage, applicable to the entire Qaqortoq-Ilulissat journey.
Your journey from Qaqortoq to Ilulissat
Leg 1: Qaqortoq (JJU) → Nuuk (GOH)
Air Greenland operates direct flights from Qaqortoq Airport to Nuuk Airport (GOH) with a Dash-8 Q200 or Q400 turboprop aircraft. The flight takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes and operates up to 2 times daily year-round, increasing to up to 17 weekly departures during the summer season. 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 change aircraft for the domestic flight that takes you onwards to Ilulissat. Nuuk Airport is Air Greenland's main hub and the natural connection point between South and North Greenland, so connections are generally scheduled to avoid an overnight stay along the way. Always check your specific connection time when booking, as schedules may vary depending on the season and demand.
Leg 2: Nuuk (GOH) → Ilulissat (JAV)
The final leg is also operated with a Dash-8 turboprop aircraft and takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering around 560 km with views of Greenland's west coast along the way. There are several daily departures on this leg, year-round.
When is it cheapest?
The lowest fares are typically available during the low season from October to March. During the peak season from June to August, when many travellers visit both the fjords of South Greenland and Ilulissat Icefjord, demand on both legs increases noticeably, so we recommend booking well in advance.
- Low season (Oct–Mar): from DKK 4,200
- Peak season (Jun–Aug): from DKK 5,900
In case of weather-related changes
Greenlandic weather can affect flights on both legs. In the event of a weather-related cancellation, we will rebook you free of charge on the next available departure, and you will be contacted automatically by SMS and email. We recommend choosing a flexible ticket type, as a delay on one leg may affect your connection in Nuuk.
Aircraft facts
Leg 1: Qaqortoq-NuukDash-8 Q200/Q400
Flight time leg 1Approx. 1h 25min
Leg 2: Nuuk-IlulissatDash-8
Flight time leg 2Approx. 1h 30min
WiFi onboardNo (both legs)
Travel classesOne (Economy)
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Frequently asked questions about JJU → JAV
The total journey time is approximately 4-6 hours, including the stopover in Nuuk, depending on the connection time. The first leg (Qaqortoq-Nuuk) takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes, and the second leg (Nuuk-Ilulissat) takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The Qaqortoq-Nuuk leg operates up to 2 times daily year-round, increasing to up to 17 weekly departures during the summer season. The Nuuk-Ilulissat leg operates several times daily, year-round. See current flight times in the booking system above.
In the event of a weather-related cancellation, we will rebook you free of charge on the next available departure. You will be contacted automatically by SMS and email with the new departure time. We can also arrange hotel accommodation and meals if you are stranded during your journey.
Economy tickets include 20 kg of checked baggage plus 8 kg of hand baggage for the entire journey from Qaqortoq to Ilulissat. Your baggage is normally checked through to Ilulissat, so you do not need to handle it yourself when changing flights in Nuuk.
The lowest fares are typically available during the low season from October to March. We recommend booking well in advance for the peak season from June to August, as many travellers visit both South Greenland and Ilulissat Icefjord during this period.
No. When you book the entire Qaqortoq-Ilulissat journey together with Air Greenland, you receive boarding passes for both legs, and your baggage is checked through to your final destination. You simply need to find the gate for your onward flight at Nuuk Airport.
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. See the terms and conditions for your specific ticket in your booking confirmation.
No, there is currently no direct flight between the two cities. All journeys travel via Nuuk, which serves as Air Greenland's central hub between South and North Greenland.
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