Kangerlussuaq International Airport (BGSF)
Medium airport · Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland
Airport data
| Name | Kangerlussuaq International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | BGSF |
| IATA | SFJ |
| Elevation | 165 ft (50 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 67°0'38" W 50°42'55" 67.01045, -50.71529 |
| Location | Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 9,219 ft (2810 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Kangerlussuaq International Airport at a glance
Kangerlussuaq International Airport is a medium airport in Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland, known to airline systems as SFJ. The field elevation of 165 ft (50 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at BGSF 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, 09/27, offers 9,219 ft (2810 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for BGSF 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 Kangerlussuaq International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sisimiut Airport | BGSS | 131 km (71 NM) |
| Aasiaat Airport | BGAA | 209 km (113 NM) |
| Ilulissat Airport | BGJN | 249 km (134 NM) |
| Nuuk International Airport | BGGH | 317 km (171 NM) |
| Kulusuk Airport | BGKK | 627 km (339 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Kangerlussuaq International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 165 ft field elevation of Kangerlussuaq 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 Kangerlussuaq International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Kangerlussuaq International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Kangerlussuaq International Airport is BGSF, and its IATA code is SFJ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Kangerlussuaq International Airport above sea level?
Kangerlussuaq International Airport sits at an elevation of 165 feet (50 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Kangerlussuaq International Airport located?
The airport lies at 67.0104, -50.7153 — in Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Sisimiut Airport, about 131 km away.
Does BGSF publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for BGSF 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 Kangerlussuaq International Airport?
Kangerlussuaq International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 9,219 ft (2810 m) with a ASP surface.