OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport
Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
IATA Code: OBY · Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
The airport code OBY is the IATA identifier for Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport. You may also find it referred to as Ittoqqortoormiit Airport (OBY).
Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport (OBY) serves Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
OBY is the IATA airport code for Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport, located in Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland. The airport is situated at coordinates 70.4882°N, 21.9717°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
- OBY
- City
- Ittoqqortoormiit
- Country
- Greenland
- Timezone
- America/Scoresbysund
- Latitude
- 70.4882°
- Longitude
- -21.9717°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from OBY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 38 km | $565 | $1/passenger |
| GRY - Grímsey | 467 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| IFJ - Isafjordur | 495 km | $7,360 | $15/passenger |
| SIJ - Siglufjordur | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
| GJR - Gjogur | 500 km | $7,434 | $15/passenger |
| HZK - Husavik | 538 km | $7,999 | $16/passenger |
| SAK - Saudarkrokur | 538 km | $7,999 | $16/passenger |
| BIU - Bildudalur | 543 km | $8,073 | $16/passenger |
| THO - Thorshofn | 547 km | $8,133 | $16/passenger |
| PFJ - Patreksfjordur | 555 km | $8,252 | $17/passenger |
| AEY - Akureyri | 560 km | $8,326 | $17/passenger |
| MVA - Myvatn | 576 km | $8,564 | $17/passenger |
| VPN - Vopnafjörður | 606 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| GUU - Grundarfjordur | 613 km | $9,114 | $18/passenger |
| EGS - Egilsstadir | 659 km | $9,798 | $20/passenger |
| NOR - Nordfjordur | 687 km | $10,214 | $20/passenger |
| RKV - Reykjavik | 707 km | $10,512 | $21/passenger |
| KEF - Keflavik | 724 km | $10,764 | $22/passenger |
| HFN - Hofn | 745 km | $11,077 | $22/passenger |
| VEY - Vestmannaeyjar | 789 km | $11,731 | $23/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 1,093 km | $16,251 | $33/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 1,103 km | $16,399 | $33/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 1,111 km | $16,518 | $33/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 1,119 km | $16,637 | $33/passenger |
| JQA - Uummannaq | 1,122 km | $16,682 | $33/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 1,132 km | $16,831 | $34/passenger |
| FAE - Vagar | 1,138 km | $16,920 | $34/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 1,165 km | $17,321 | $35/passenger |
| JEG - Aasiaat | 1,197 km | $17,797 | $36/passenger |
| JGO - Qeqertarsuaq Airport | 1,201 km | $17,856 | $36/passenger |
| QJE - Kitsissuarsuit | 1,203 km | $17,886 | $36/passenger |
| JUV - Upernavik | 1,206 km | $17,931 | $36/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 1,208 km | $17,961 | $36/passenger |
| QPW - Kangaatsiaq | 1,240 km | $18,436 | $37/passenger |
| QRY - Ikerasaarsuk | 1,248 km | $18,555 | $37/passenger |
| QGQ - Attu | 1,265 km | $18,808 | $38/passenger |
| JHS - Sisimiut | 1,323 km | $19,670 | $39/passenger |
| RET - Røst | 1,377 km | $20,473 | $41/passenger |
| JSU - Maniitsoq | 1,391 km | $20,681 | $41/passenger |
| VRY - Værøy | 1,393 km | $20,711 | $41/passenger |
| LKN - Leknes | 1,400 km | $20,815 | $42/passenger |
| SKN - Stokmarknes | 1,431 km | $21,276 | $43/passenger |
| GOH - Godthaab | 1,432 km | $21,291 | $43/passenger |
| SVJ - Svolvær | 1,434 km | $21,321 | $43/passenger |
| UNT - Unst | 1,438 km | $21,380 | $43/passenger |
| ANX - Andoya | 1,439 km | $21,395 | $43/passenger |
| SCS - Scatsta | 1,455 km | $21,633 | $43/passenger |
| UAK - Narssarssuaq | 1,471 km | $21,871 | $44/passenger |
| OUK - Outer Skerries | 1,472 km | $21,886 | $44/passenger |
| BOO - Bodo | 1,475 km | $21,930 | $44/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your OBY 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 OBY
- 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 Ittoqqortoormiit
Ittoqqortoormiit 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 OBY
Traveling through Ittoqqortoormiit 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 OBY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from OBY
- 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 OBY are CNP, GRY, IFJ — consider these for potentially lower fares