Ilulissat Airport guide
Updated 2026-10-16Ilulissat Airport (ICAO BGJN) lies about 3 km northeast of Ilulissat, on the west coast of Greenland in Avannaata municipality. It is the main gateway to the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a domestic hub for northern Greenland.
Services at Ilulissat Airport
2 of 6 available- 1optionParkingGreenland AirportsView parking guide
- None listed yetCar Rentals
- 1optionHotelsHotel ArcticView hotels guide
- None listed yetLounges
- None listed yetShuttles
- None listed yetPublic Transport
Key facts
- Passengers84K83,930 in 2012
- Services2listed across 2 of 6 types
- Local timeGodthab time
- IATAJAVICAO BGJN
- Opened1984
- Runways1
- Terminals1mixed
Terminals
1 terminal- ILMixedIlulissat Airport TerminalAir Greenland, Icelandair
Nearby cities
straight-line distance- IlulissatSouthwest of the airport3 km
Questions
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What are the airport codes for Ilulissat Airport?
Ilulissat Airport uses the following codes: IATA: JAV, ICAO: BGJN. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.
Where is Ilulissat Airport located?
Ilulissat Airport is located in Ilulissat, Avannaata Municipality, Greenland. The airport coordinates are 69.2432°, -51.0571°.
What services are available at Ilulissat Airport?
Ilulissat Airport offers: 1 parking options, 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.
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