Large airport · Ilulissat, Greenland
Ilulissat Airport
It is the third-busiest airport in Greenland, and the second busiest for international travel in Greenland. Its IATA code is JAV. Its ICAO code is BGJN. It has 1 runway, longest 2,772 ft (ASP). Elevation 95 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Ilulissat, Greenland |
|---|---|
| IATA code | JAV |
| ICAO code | BGJN |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 2,772 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 95 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 69.2456° N, 51.0522° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Ilulissat Airport is known for
It is the third-busiest airport in Greenland, and the second busiest for international travel in Greenland.
History
It was built as a short take off and landing (STOL) airport in 1984, replacing the heliport. A major expansion of the airport, including a new, longer runway and a new terminal was completed in 2026, which allows larger jet aircraft to serve more international destinations. The new airport opened on 29 October 2026.
Official website: https://mit.gl/ilulissat — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ilulissat Airport?
It is the third-busiest airport in Greenland, and the second busiest for international travel in Greenland.
What is the airport code for Ilulissat Airport?
Ilulissat Airport — its IATA code is JAV and its ICAO code is BGJN.
Where is Ilulissat Airport located?
Ilulissat Airport serves Ilulissat, Greenland. Its coordinates are 69.2456° N, 51.0522° W.
What is the history of Ilulissat Airport?
It was built as a short take off and landing (STOL) airport in 1984, replacing the heliport. A major expansion of the airport, including a new, longer runway and a new terminal was completed in 2026, which allows larger jet aircraft to serve more international destinations.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#31694
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ilulissat_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.