Nuuk International Airport (BGGH)
Large airport · Nuuk, Sermersooq Municipality, Greenland
Airport data
| Name | Nuuk International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | BGGH |
| IATA | GOH |
| Elevation | 283 ft (86 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 64°11'28" W 51°40'45" 64.19107, -51.67914 |
| Location | Nuuk, Sermersooq Municipality, Greenland |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 7,217 ft (2200 m) | 148 ft | ASPH | Yes |
Nuuk International Airport at a glance
Nuuk International Airport is a large airport in Nuuk, Sermersooq Municipality, Greenland, known to airline systems as GOH. The field elevation of 283 ft (86 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at BGGH are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 04/22, offers 7,217 ft (2200 m) of asph surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for BGGH shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Nuuk International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kangerlussuaq International Airport | BGSF | 317 km (171 NM) |
| Sisimiut Airport | BGSS | 321 km (173 NM) |
| Qaqortoq Airport | BGQO | 478 km (258 NM) |
| Aasiaat Airport | BGAA | 506 km (273 NM) |
| Ilulissat Airport | BGJN | 562 km (303 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Nuuk International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 283 ft field elevation of Nuuk International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 10 airports and airfields we list for Greenland — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Nuuk International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Nuuk International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Nuuk International Airport is BGGH, and its IATA code is GOH. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Nuuk International Airport above sea level?
Nuuk International Airport sits at an elevation of 283 feet (86 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Nuuk International Airport located?
The airport lies at 64.1911, -51.6791 — in Nuuk, Sermersooq Municipality, Greenland, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Kangerlussuaq International Airport, about 317 km away.
Does BGGH publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for BGGH appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Nuuk International Airport?
Nuuk International Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 7,217 ft (2200 m) with a ASPH surface.