Air support Kangerlussuaq is a large airport with significant capacity for visiting aircraft. It has the most stable weather in Greenland and there are very few days when aircraft are unable to take off or land. This is why the SAR helicopters are stationed here and is why it has served as the primary international […]

Getting to Kangerlussuaq There are currently only two international departure points for flights to Greenland and no international ferries: If you are already in Greenland, Air Greenland currently offer direct flight options from Ilulissat, Aasiaat, Sisimiut, Maniitsoq, Nuuk, and Narsarsuaq (from December 2024, this will change) For general information about visiting Kangerlussuaq, please refer to

To conduct research or testing in Greenland, it may be necessary to arrange one or more permits ahead of time. Exactly what is required will depend on what you plan to do.   Please refer to the Government’s official website for expeditions and research projects for more details and appropriate contacts: https://exp.gl/

Conducting field work in Greenland is challenging and can be more dangerous than in other parts of the world. The vast distances, remoteness, and limited emergency services require that all visitors are well-prepared and cognizant of issues that may arise while in country.   Of particular concern: We strongly urge you to study the following

Kangerlussuaq – the town Kangerlussuaq is a small settlement with more than 600 beds for field workers and other visitors. The settlement is divided into four parts and there is a regular local bus that connects the north, south and western parts of the community. North of the runway South of the runway Fieldwork accommodation