Qaarsut Airport (JQA)

Uummannaq, GL 🇬🇱 Small Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

BGUQ

IATA

JQA

Elevation

289 ft

Region

GL-AV

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: BGUQ

Local Code: Not available

Location: 70.7342° N, -52.696201° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Qaarsut Airport (BGUQ/JQA) in Uummannaq, GL, primarily serves as a vital link for the region, particularly for the larger town of Uummannaq. Traveler sentiment generally reflects an understanding of its role as a small, functional airport in a remote location, offering essential air services despite limited facilities. While direct comprehensive traveler reviews on overall satisfaction are scarce, available information suggests a no-frills experience focused on utility.

What Travelers Love

Essential Connectivity: The airport is crucial for connecting Uummannaq and surrounding areas to other parts of Greenland, with flights to Ilulissat and Uummannaq (via helicopter transfer).
Efficient Security and Immigration: Recent data indicates relatively short wait times, with security screening estimated at around 28 minutes and immigration processing at 8 minutes.
Available Parking: Travelers can find parking options, including covered parking with shuttle service and 24/7 security.
Basic Amenities: Wi-Fi is available, and there is a kiosk and a small cafeteria for basic needs.

Common Complaints

Limited Facilities and Amenities: The airport has a small arrivals/departures hall and is described as having basic facilities, with limited shops or diverse catering establishments.
Indirect Transportation to Uummannaq: There are no direct buses or taxis, and travelers rely on Avannaata Municipality for transport to Qaarsut village for a fee. Furthermore, passengers traveling to/from Uummannaq must transfer via helicopter, which is considered a "bottleneck problem" and adds an extra step to the journey.
Lack of Direct Public Ground Transport: The absence of readily available public transportation like buses or taxis at the airport itself necessitates pre-arranged transport or reliance on the municipal service.

Qaarsut Airport serves its purpose as a critical regional air hub, especially for connections to Uummannaq. While it provides essential services and relatively quick security processing, travelers should anticipate a minimalist experience with limited amenities and plan for the necessary transfer arrangements, particularly for onward travel to Uummannaq.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Airport Routes

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Ilulissat (Jakobshavn) (JAV) new
Uummannaq Heliport (UMD) new

Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Qaarsut Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Air Greenland `GRL` / `GL`	2	46	2	Dec 4, 2025

Showing top 1 airlines by flight activity. Data includes observed departures and route networks from this airport.

For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`15/33`	2953 ft	98 ft	GRAVEL	Active

Type	Description	Frequency

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`QA`	Uummannaq	DME	`110150 kHz`
`UU`	Uummannaq	NDB	`285 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

On-demand taxi services are generally not available due to the airport's remote location and the small size of the Qaarsut settlement. Transportation is typically pre-arranged. The primary transfer from the airport is to the town of Uummannaq via a connecting helicopter flight.

Rental Cars

There are no car rental companies operating at Qaarsut Airport or in the settlement. The area has very few roads, and the community is small enough to be explored on foot.

Public Transportation

The principal form of public transport connecting the airport to the main regional town, Uummannaq, is the scheduled Air Greenland helicopter service. This helicopter transfer is usually coordinated with arriving and departing flights. There is no local bus system in Qaarsut.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.