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New York (NYC)to
Ilulissat (JAV)
Aug 19 2026 - Aug 25 2026
Round trip
Economy
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New York (NYC)to
Ilulissat (JAV)
Jun 06 2026 - Jun 20 2026
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*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 72 hours and may no longer be available at the time of booking. We display fares for Economy Light as standard, but it is possible to change your class of service during the booking process. You can also add baggage meals and extra legroom to your trip during booking.
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From | To | Fare type | Dates | Price |
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| New York (NYC) | Ilulissat (JAV) | Round trip / Economy | Aug 19 2026 - Aug 25 2026 | From USD 2,145 Viewed 23 hrs ago |
| New York (NYC) | Ilulissat (JAV) | Round trip / Economy | Jun 06 2026 - Jun 20 2026 | From USD 3,082 Viewed 2 days ago |
*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 72hrs and may no longer be available at the time of booking. We display fares for Economy Light as standard but it is possible to change your class of service during the booking process. You can also add baggage, meals and extra legroom to your trip during booking.
FAQs about travel to Ilulissat
Helpful information for travelers to Ilulissat
Do I have to transfer airports in Iceland when flying from the US to Ilulissat?
No, you don’t need to transfer airports when you fly from the US to Ilulissat via Iceland.
Flights between Iceland and Ilulissat will use Keflavík International Airport (KEF). There are no longer flights to Ilulissat Airport (JAV) from Reykjavík Domestic Airport (RKV) offered, so there is no need for International travelers to switch airports in Iceland.
Which US cities can I catch a flight to Ilulissat from?
Many major US cities fly to Ilulissat thanks to Icelandair’s broad connectivity to Greenland through Iceland. For a complete list of US departure cities, make sure you view all of our US-based flight deals above.
How long are flights to Ilulissat, Greenland?
This largely depends on where you are flying from in the US. For example, a flight to Ilulissat from New York takes roughly 15.5 hours. If you have a longer stopover or are traveling from another part of the United States, then your journey time may increase.
The flight from Keflavík Airport (KEF) takes you to Ilulissat Airport (JAV) in just 3 hours and 20-minutes, meaning you can reach this truly unique location in West Greenland easily from Iceland.
How do you find cheap flights to Ilulissat?
Icelandair offers regular cheap flights to Ilulissat from North America. We encourage you to check our offers regularly, be flexible with your travel dates, and book your flights in advance.
Visiting Ilulissat
Welcome to Ilulissat!
Ilulissat has become one of top destinations in Greenland, with its awe-inspiring scenery accompanied by a dramatic soundtrack of glaciers breaking off into the sea.
Ilulissat sits 217 miles (350km) north of the Arctic Circle, on the west coast of Greenland. Visitors to the town and its surrounding wilderness will be dazzled by the Ilulissat Icefjord and the icy wonder of Disko Bay. In the West Greenlandic language, Ilulissat means ‘icebergs’ – a very appropriate name, given the perpetual stream of icebergs that drift past the town all year round.
Still planning your travels? Read all about preparing for your trip to Greenland. Flights to Greenland connect in Iceland via Keflavík International Airport (KEF), so can also add a Stopover in Iceland to your trip at no additional airfare.
Ilulissat's natural wonder
These majestic icy sculptures calve from edge of the Greenland ice sheet at Sermeq Kujalleq, one of the most productive glaciers on Earth, before floating steadily down the 34-mile-long (55km) Ilulissat Icefjord and, eventually, out to sea.
Flightseeing trips by helicopter or small aircraft are understandably popular in this part of the world. Scenic boat and kayaking trips can take you out among the icebergs to help you appreciate this natural wonder from different perspectives. Visit Ilulissat and you'll easily come to understand the Icefjord's inclusion on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
Places to visit in Ilulissat
One of the loveliest areas to explore lies not far south of town, at Sermermiut - a former Inuit settlement located in a valley at the mouth of the Ilulissat Icefjord. Here, a network of walking trails begins, taking you down to the shoreline and incredible vantage points of the Icefjord. There are boardwalks in some areas, but good hiking shoes are a must, as the terrain can be rocky, muddy, and marshy.
Also in this area you’ll find the Icefjord Centre, a stunning exhibition and educational center dedicated to telling the stories of the surrounding ice. It opened in 2021 in an architectural marvel, with a design inspired by a snowy owl landing on a mountain. Visitors can get an even better view of the beautiful surroundings by walking up on the roof of the centre.
Tours and activities from Ilulissat
Excursions help you explore the history and nature of the area from different vantage points. From Ilulissat, several tourist agencies organize tours to local glaciers, wilderness camps, and outlying villages.
Consider a visit to Eqip Sermia glacier, where you can spend a couple of days in a comfortable hut and get up close to a calving glacier. Or you might decide to immerse yourself in authentic Greenlandic life with a visit to the small settlement of Oqaatsut (Rodebay), or one of the oldest settlements in Greenland, Ilimanaq.
Alongside the local population of around 5,000 people, there are approximately 3,000 sled dogs. Dogsledding is still used by the locals as a mode of transportation as well as recreation, and is popular with visitors. If you have time, you should definitely give it a go!
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Summer in Ilulissat
Icelandair flies to Ilulissat from June through September. Summer is a prime time to visit this area of Greenland for the endless daylight and calmer weather. Due to its popularity, summer is high season – flights and accommodation should be booked early.
The summer months are popular for hiking and excursions, and for boat tours and kayaking amongst the icebergs. This is a great time for whale-watching cruises, and seals also frequent the waters of Disko Bay. The Icefjord is rich in nutrients, so there is plenty of food for marine animals.
What to expect
Around 5,000 people live in Ilulissat today, and the town is well set up for travelers who are drawn here to be wowed by the ice. There are quality hotels with superb icy views, plus some great places to sample Greenlandic cuisine.
Parts of the town are very photogenic – colorful timber houses enjoy dramatic fjord backdrops, and sled dogs pose on rocky outcrops. On your explorations, stop by the local history museum to learn about pioneer polar explorer Knud Rasmussen. Be sure to stop by the photogenic wooden Zion Church, on the waterfront – this is the oldest church in Greenland, built in 1779.
