JUV - Upernavik Airport
Upernavik, Greenland
IATA Code: JUV · Upernavik, Greenland
The airport code JUV is the IATA identifier for Upernavik Airport. You may also find it referred to as Upernavik Airport (JUV).
Upernavik Airport (JUV) serves Upernavik, Greenland, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
JUV is the IATA airport code for Upernavik Airport, located in Upernavik, Greenland. The airport is situated at coordinates 72.7902°N, 56.1306°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- JUV
- City
- Upernavik
- Country
- Greenland
- Timezone
- America/Godthab
- Latitude
- 72.7902°
- Longitude
- -56.1306°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from JUV
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| JQA - Uummannaq | 258 km | $3,836 | $8/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 273 km | $4,059 | $8/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 355 km | $5,278 | $11/passenger |
| JGO - Qeqertarsuaq Airport | 405 km | $6,022 | $12/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 435 km | $6,468 | $13/passenger |
| QJE - Kitsissuarsuit | 451 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 451 km | $6,705 | $13/passenger |
| JEG - Aasiaat | 469 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 477 km | $7,092 | $14/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 488 km | $7,256 | $15/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 502 km | $7,464 | $15/passenger |
| QPW - Kangaatsiaq | 507 km | $7,538 | $15/passenger |
| QRY - Ikerasaarsuk | 526 km | $7,821 | $16/passenger |
| QGQ - Attu | 547 km | $8,133 | $16/passenger |
| THU - Thule | 554 km | $8,237 | $16/passenger |
| NAQ - Qaanaaq | 642 km | $9,545 | $19/passenger |
| YVM - Broughton Island | 654 km | $9,724 | $19/passenger |
| JHS - Sisimiut | 656 km | $9,753 | $20/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 674 km | $10,021 | $20/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 717 km | $10,660 | $21/passenger |
| YXP - Pangnirtung | 826 km | $12,281 | $25/passenger |
| JSU - Maniitsoq | 830 km | $12,340 | $25/passenger |
| YGZ - Grise Fiord | 877 km | $13,039 | $26/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 923 km | $13,723 | $27/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 936 km | $13,916 | $28/passenger |
| GOH - Godthaab | 973 km | $14,467 | $29/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 992 km | $14,749 | $29/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 1,012 km | $15,046 | $30/passenger |
| YLT - Alert | 1,090 km | $16,206 | $32/passenger |
| YEU - Eureka | 1,092 km | $16,236 | $32/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 1,122 km | $16,682 | $33/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 1,170 km | $17,396 | $35/passenger |
| YRB - Resolute | 1,204 km | $17,901 | $36/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 1,206 km | $17,931 | $36/passenger |
| JFR - Paamiut | 1,230 km | $18,288 | $37/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 1,240 km | $18,436 | $37/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 1,251 km | $18,600 | $37/passenger |
| YBB - Pelly Bay | 1,306 km | $19,418 | $39/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 1,335 km | $19,849 | $40/passenger |
| YYH - Spence Bay | 1,366 km | $20,310 | $41/passenger |
| UAK - Narssarssuaq | 1,369 km | $20,354 | $41/passenger |
| JNS - Narsaq | 1,387 km | $20,622 | $41/passenger |
| JJU - Qaqortoq | 1,409 km | $20,949 | $42/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 1,409 km | $20,949 | $42/passenger |
| QFG - Eqalugaarsuit | 1,421 km | $21,127 | $42/passenger |
| YQC - Quaqtaq | 1,424 km | $21,172 | $42/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 1,429 km | $21,246 | $42/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 1,442 km | $21,440 | $43/passenger |
| LLU - Alluitsup Paa | 1,442 km | $21,440 | $43/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 1,460 km | $21,707 | $43/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your JUV Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from JUV
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Upernavik
Upernavik has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through JUV
Traveling through Upernavik in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via JUV
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Upernavik Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from JUV
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to JUV are JQA, UMD, QQT — consider these for potentially lower fares