Greenland’s new international airport opens at Nuuk

Greenland’s capital will be connected directly to Europe and North America thanks to a new 2,200m runway. Air Greenland’s Airbus A330neo touched down on a newly constructed 2,200m runway at Nuuk Airport on November 28, 2024, marking a significant step forward for Greenland’s aviation history. The new airport, located in the capital city of Nuuk, is set to transform Greenland's accessibility and boost its tourism industry. Until now, Kangerlussuaq airport, with its runway of almost 3,000m, served as the primary