Paamiut Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 40m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Paamiut Airport
Paamiut Airport is an airport located 1 NM northeast of Paamiut, a town in the Sermersooq municipality in southwestern Greenland. It was opened on 1 December 2007. It replaced the old heliport which was located at 61.992472°N 49.661238°W. It is the only airport between Nuuk and Qaqortoq capable of serving STOL aircraft of Air Greenland.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
BGPTNOTAMs
BGPTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 2,621 ft / 799 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUUK SECTOR SOUTH | Class G | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| PAAMIUT | Class G | Type 23 | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| BGGL FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Greenland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Paamiut Airport?
The ICAO code for Paamiut Airport is BGPT, and its IATA code is JFR.
Where is Paamiut Airport located?
Paamiut Airport is small airport located in Paamiut, Greenland, at an elevation of 120 ft (37 m).
How many runways does Paamiut Airport have?
Paamiut Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,621 ft / 799 m.
Which airlines fly to Paamiut Airport?
Airlines historically serving Paamiut Airport include Air Greenland (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Paamiut Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Paamiut Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Paamiut Airport in?
Paamiut Airport is in the America/Godthab time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Paamiut Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Paamiut Airport is approximately 21.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Paamiut Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.