Kangerlussuaq International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 15h 22m 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 Kangerlussuaq International Airport
Kangerlussuaq Airport is an airport in Kangerlussuaq, a settlement in the Qeqqata municipality in central-western Greenland. It was originally built as Sondrestrom Air Base in 1941. It also began to serve a civilian role in the 1950s, which continued after the closure of the base in 1992. It is one of only three civilian airports in Greenland large enough to handle large aircraft, along with Nuuk Airport and Narsarsuaq Airport. It is still used for NATO and Danish Defence purposes.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
BGSFNOTAMs
BGSFReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 9,219 ft / 2,810 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 126.200 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 121.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NUUK TMA A | Class C | TMA | 6500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| SONDRESTROM A | Class D | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| SØNDRE STRØMFJORD | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| SONDRESTROM | Class E | CTA | 6500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NUUK SECTOR NORTH | Class G | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| 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.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NE (from about 45°), on 28% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 85% | -3,034 ft | |
| Feb | 83% | -3,502 ft | |
| Mar | 86% | -2,984 ft | |
| Apr | 86% | -2,078 ft | |
| May | 89% | -1,068 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | -376 ft | |
| Jul | 92% | -123 ft | |
| Aug | 88% | -376 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | -964 ft | |
| Oct | 87% | -1,796 ft | |
| Nov | 83% | -2,463 ft | |
| Dec | 88% | -2,923 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,502–-123 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kangerlussuaq International Airport?
The ICAO code for Kangerlussuaq International Airport is BGSF, and its IATA code is SFJ.
Where is Kangerlussuaq International Airport located?
Kangerlussuaq International Airport is medium airport located in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, at an elevation of 165 ft (50 m).
How many runways does Kangerlussuaq International Airport have?
Kangerlussuaq International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,219 ft / 2,810 m.
Which airlines fly to Kangerlussuaq International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kangerlussuaq International Airport include Air Greenland (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kangerlussuaq International Airport?
Historical data lists 8 nonstop destinations from Kangerlussuaq International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kangerlussuaq International Airport in?
Kangerlussuaq International Airport is in the America/Godthab time zone (UTC-01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kangerlussuaq International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kangerlussuaq International Airport is approximately 25.4° 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. Kangerlussuaq International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.