Medium airport · Aasiaat, Greenland
Aasiaat Airport
Aasiaat Airport is a medium airport serving Aasiaat, Greenland. Its IATA code is JEG. Its ICAO code is BGAA. It has 1 runway, longest 2,621 ft (UNK). Elevation 74 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Aasiaat, Greenland |
|---|---|
| IATA code | JEG |
| ICAO code | BGAA |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 2,621 ft (UNK) |
| Elevation | 74 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 68.7218° N, 52.7847° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
History
The airport was opened on 17 October 1998, replacing a heliport located in the town at 68.701468°N 52.874457°W / 68.701468; -52.874457.
Official website: http://airgreenland.com/om_rejsen/efter_rejsen/din_destination_/aasiaat/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
How to get there
There is a road to Aasiaat, around road distance to the town centre. Taxis are available.
Airports nearby
The closest airports in this library, by straight-line distance.
More airports in Greenland
More medium airports
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Aasiaat Airport?
Aasiaat Airport — its IATA code is JEG and its ICAO code is BGAA.
Where is Aasiaat Airport located?
Aasiaat Airport serves Aasiaat, Greenland. Its coordinates are 68.7218° N, 52.7847° W.
How do I get to Aasiaat Airport?
There is a road to Aasiaat, around road distance to the town centre. Taxis are available.
What is the history of Aasiaat Airport?
The airport was opened on 17 October 1998, replacing a heliport located in the town at 68.701468°N 52.874457°W / 68.701468; -52.874457.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#31697
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aasiaat_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.