Heliport · Narsarsuaq, Greenland
Narsarsuaq Airport
Along with Kangerlussuaq Airport, for over 70 years it was one of only two civilian airports in Greenland capable of serving large aircraft. Its IATA code is UAK. Its ICAO code is BGBW. It has 1 runway, longest 6,004 ft (CON). Elevation 112 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Narsarsuaq, Greenland |
|---|---|
| IATA code | UAK |
| ICAO code | BGBW |
| Type | Heliport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 6,004 ft (CON) |
| Elevation | 112 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 61.1596° N, 45.4247° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Narsarsuaq Airport is known for
Along with Kangerlussuaq Airport, for over 70 years it was one of only two civilian airports in Greenland capable of serving large aircraft.
History
Scheduled fixed-wing services were transferred to the newly built Qaqortoq Airport on 16 April 2026 and Narsarsuaq Airport was subsequently downgraded to a heliport.
How to get there
Transfers to local settlements are normally done by boat or helicopter flights. Diskoline sells tickets to boats to Narsaq and Qaqortoq. Boats require a bus transfer since the port is around 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from the terminal.
Airports nearby
The closest airports in this library, by straight-line distance.
More airports in Greenland
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Frequently asked questions
What is Narsarsuaq Airport?
Along with Kangerlussuaq Airport, for over 70 years it was one of only two civilian airports in Greenland capable of serving large aircraft.
What is the airport code for Narsarsuaq Airport?
Narsarsuaq Airport — its IATA code is UAK and its ICAO code is BGBW.
Where is Narsarsuaq Airport located?
Narsarsuaq Airport serves Narsarsuaq, Greenland. Its coordinates are 61.1596° N, 45.4247° W.
How do I get to Narsarsuaq Airport?
Transfers to local settlements are normally done by boat or helicopter flights. Diskoline sells tickets to boats to Narsaq and Qaqortoq.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#113
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narsarsuaq_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.