NAQ - Qaanaaq Airport
Qaanaaq, Greenland
IATA Code: NAQ · Qaanaaq, Greenland
The airport code NAQ is the IATA identifier for Qaanaaq Airport. You may also find it referred to as Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ).
Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) serves Qaanaaq, Greenland, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
NAQ is the IATA airport code for Qaanaaq Airport, located in Qaanaaq, Greenland. The airport is situated at coordinates 77.4886°N, 69.3887°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
- NAQ
- City
- Qaanaaq
- Country
- Greenland
- Timezone
- America/Thule
- Latitude
- 77.4886°
- Longitude
- -69.3887°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from NAQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| THU - Thule | 108 km | $1,606 | $3/passenger |
| YGZ - Grise Fiord | 358 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| YEU - Eureka | 450 km | $6,691 | $13/passenger |
| YLT - Alert | 575 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 587 km | $8,728 | $17/passenger |
| JUV - Upernavik | 642 km | $9,545 | $19/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 657 km | $9,768 | $20/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 663 km | $9,857 | $20/passenger |
| YRB - Resolute | 742 km | $11,032 | $22/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 779 km | $11,582 | $23/passenger |
| JQA - Uummannaq | 900 km | $13,381 | $27/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 915 km | $13,604 | $27/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 981 km | $14,586 | $29/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 996 km | $14,809 | $30/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 1,037 km | $15,418 | $31/passenger |
| JGO - Qeqertarsuaq Airport | 1,038 km | $15,433 | $31/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 1,076 km | $15,998 | $32/passenger |
| QJE - Kitsissuarsuit | 1,084 km | $16,117 | $32/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 1,092 km | $16,236 | $32/passenger |
| JEG - Aasiaat | 1,103 km | $16,399 | $33/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 1,117 km | $16,608 | $33/passenger |
| YVM - Broughton Island | 1,119 km | $16,637 | $33/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 1,127 km | $16,756 | $34/passenger |
| QPW - Kangaatsiaq | 1,137 km | $16,905 | $34/passenger |
| YYH - Spence Bay | 1,150 km | $17,098 | $34/passenger |
| QRY - Ikerasaarsuk | 1,155 km | $17,173 | $34/passenger |
| QGQ - Attu | 1,173 km | $17,440 | $35/passenger |
| YBB - Pelly Bay | 1,182 km | $17,574 | $35/passenger |
| YXP - Pangnirtung | 1,267 km | $18,838 | $38/passenger |
| JHS - Sisimiut | 1,277 km | $18,986 | $38/passenger |
| YHK - Gjoa Haven | 1,282 km | $19,061 | $38/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 1,312 km | $19,507 | $39/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 1,338 km | $19,893 | $40/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 1,434 km | $21,321 | $43/passenger |
| JSU - Maniitsoq | 1,451 km | $21,573 | $43/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 1,494 km | $22,213 | $44/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 1,527 km | $22,703 | $45/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 1,549 km | $23,031 | $46/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 1,554 km | $23,105 | $46/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 1,558 km | $23,164 | $46/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 1,587 km | $23,596 | $47/passenger |
| YHI - Holman Island | 1,588 km | $23,610 | $47/passenger |
| GOH - Godthaab | 1,598 km | $23,759 | $48/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 1,628 km | $24,205 | $48/passenger |
| YSY - Sachs Harbour | 1,665 km | $24,755 | $50/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 1,703 km | $25,320 | $51/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 1,717 km | $25,528 | $51/passenger |
| YBK - Baker Lake | 1,724 km | $25,632 | $51/passenger |
| YCS - Chesterfield Inlet | 1,738 km | $25,841 | $52/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 1,770 km | $26,316 | $53/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your NAQ 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 NAQ
- 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 Qaanaaq
Qaanaaq 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 NAQ
Traveling through Qaanaaq 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 NAQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Qaanaaq Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from NAQ
- 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 NAQ are THU, YGZ, YEU — consider these for potentially lower fares