Aasiaat Airport — Aasiaat, Greenland
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Aasiaat Airport (Aasiaat) is JEG — its ICAO code is BGAA.
Distance & flight time from JEG
Aasiaat Airport
JEG designates Aasiaat Airport, serving the town of Aasiaat on Greenland's western coast, south of Ilulissat along Disko Bay. Aasiaat is one of Greenland's larger towns and relies heavily on air transport since there are no roads connecting most Greenlandic settlements to one another. The airport handles domestic flights linking Aasiaat to other towns along the coast and to larger hubs, supporting essential travel, cargo, and mail delivery in this remote Arctic environment. Like many Greenlandic airports, JEG has a shorter runway suited to smaller turboprop aircraft rather than large jets. The airport remains a lifeline for the local fishing-based economy and community connectivity in this sparsely populated region.
Runways at Aasiaat Airport (JEG)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 2621 ft (799 m) | 0 ft (0 m) | UNK |
Radio frequencies for Aasiaat Airport (JEG)
No published frequency data for this airport.
Airports near Aasiaat Airport (JEG)
- Ilulissat Airport (JAV) — 90.0 km (55.9 mi)
- Sisimiut Airport (JHS) — 200.8 km (124.8 mi)
- Kangerlussuaq International Airport (SFJ) — 209.1 km (129.9 mi)
- Nuuk International Airport (GOH) — 506.2 km (314.5 mi)
- Kulusuk Airport (KUS) — 758.6 km (471.4 mi)
- Iqaluit Airport (YFB) — 892.4 km (554.5 mi)
- Qaqortoq Airport (JJU) — 939.3 km (583.7 mi)
- Pituffik Space Base (THU) — 1008.9 km (626.9 mi)
JEG is Aasiaat Airport in Greenland, serving domestic flights along the western coast near Disko Bay, essential since Greenland has no inter-town road network.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Aasiaat Airport?
The IATA code for Aasiaat Airport is JEG.
What is the ICAO code for Aasiaat Airport?
The ICAO code for Aasiaat Airport is BGAA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.