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Uummannaq Heliport

Uummannaq, Greenland

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Uummannaq Heliport

Uummannaq, Greenland
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Arctic heliport serving the remote island town of Uummannaq.

Location
Uummannaq, Greenland
Uummannaq Heliport (IATA: UMD, ICAO: BGUM) is a small heliport located near the town of Uummannaq on an island in the Uummannaq Fjord in northwestern Greenland. Due to the rugged terrain and the island's geography, a conventional fixed-wing runway is not feasible, making helicopter operations the only form of scheduled air transport for the community. The heliport is served by Air Greenland, which operates helicopter services connecting Uummannaq to other settlements and hubs in the region, including Ilulissat. These flights are essential for the roughly 1,200 residents of Uummannaq, providing access to medical care, supplies, and travel connections to the rest of Greenland. Uummannaq is known for its distinctive heart-shaped mountain and its traditional Greenlandic culture. The heliport plays a critical logistical role in sustaining this remote Arctic community, especially during winter months when sea ice and harsh weather conditions limit other forms of travel.
Terminals
The heliport has a minimal passenger facility typical of remote Arctic heliports, with basic waiting and check-in amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport within Uummannaq is limited given the small island setting, with the heliport accessible primarily on foot or by local vehicle.
Airlines here
Air Greenland is the sole operator, providing scheduled helicopter services linking Uummannaq to regional destinations such as Ilulissat.
Notable facts
  • ›Uummannaq is situated on a small island, making helicopter access essential as no fixed-wing runway exists.
  • ›The heliport connects residents to Ilulissat, the nearest major hub in the region.
  • ›Uummannaq's iconic heart-shaped mountain makes it one of Greenland's most photographed locations.
  • ›Air Greenland operates the only scheduled air services to and from Uummannaq.
  • ›The community has a population of approximately 1,200 people who depend heavily on air links for medical and supply logistics.
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Arctic gateway perched above Greenland's frozen fjord wilderness

Uummannaq Heliport serves the remote island town of Uummannaq in northwestern Greenland, one of the most scenic and isolated communities in the Arctic. Operating as a heliport rather than a conventional airport, it connects this small fishing settlement to the wider Greenlandic network via helicopter services. The facility plays a vital logistical and humanitarian role for a population that relies almost entirely on air transport for access to medical care, supplies, and travel year-round.

Terminals
  • Heliport Terminal — A small, functional single-room facility handling passenger check-in and baggage for helicopter operations.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available from local operators in Uummannaq town
  • Walking is feasible to central parts of town given the island's compact size
  • Dog sled transport available seasonally in winter months
  • Boat connections to surrounding settlements during ice-free seasons
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Uummannaq
  • Uummannaq guesthouse accommodations
Dining

Food options at the heliport itself are extremely limited or nonexistent, so travellers should plan meals in advance. The town of Uummannaq has a small number of local eateries and the Hotel Uummannaq offers dining featuring Greenlandic staples such as fish and seal meat. Visitors are advised to stock up on provisions before arrival as supplies in town can be limited and costly.

Traveller Tips
  • Book helicopter flights well in advance as capacity is very limited and weather cancellations are common.
  • Dress in full Arctic layers year-round; temperatures can be extreme even in summer.
  • Confirm your onward connection in Ilulissat, the main regional hub, as Uummannaq has no direct fixed-wing service.
  • Carry cash as card payment infrastructure in town may be unreliable.
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Route map (7 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Air Greenland
GL
Miami Air International
GL

Routes

UMD → IKEGL · BH2
UMD → IOTGL · BH2
UMD → JUKGL · BH2
UMD → JUUGL · BH2
UMD → NIQGL · BH2
UMD → JQAGL · BH2
UMD → SAEGL · BH2

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Uummannaq Heliport
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Uummannaq Heliport is a heliport in Uummannaq, a town located on Uummannaq Island in Avannaata municipality in northwestern Greenland. There are no facilities in the heliport.

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