QJE - Kitsissuarsuit Heliport
Kitsissuarsuit, Greenland
IATA Code: QJE · Kitsissuarsuit, Greenland
The airport code QJE is the IATA identifier for Kitsissuarsuit Heliport. You may also find it referred to as Kitsissuarsuit Airport (QJE).
Kitsissuarsuit Heliport (QJE) serves Kitsissuarsuit, Greenland, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
QJE is the IATA airport code for Kitsissuarsuit Heliport, located in Kitsissuarsuit, Greenland. The airport is situated at coordinates 68.8579°N, 53.1233°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- QJE
- City
- Kitsissuarsuit
- Country
- Greenland
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 68.8579°
- Longitude
- -53.1233°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from QJE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEG - Aasiaat | 20 km | $292 | $1/passenger |
| JGO - Qeqertarsuaq Airport | 46 km | $671 | $1/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 58 km | $846 | $2/passenger |
| QPW - Kangaatsiaq | 62 km | $904 | $2/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 78 km | $1,138 | $2/passenger |
| QRY - Ikerasaarsuk | 81 km | $1,182 | $2/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 84 km | $1,225 | $2/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| QGQ - Attu | 104 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 145 km | $2,115 | $4/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 206 km | $3,005 | $6/passenger |
| JQA - Uummannaq | 209 km | $3,049 | $6/passenger |
| JHS - Sisimiut | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| JSU - Maniitsoq | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| JUV - Upernavik | 451 km | $6,579 | $13/passenger |
| YVM - Broughton Island | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| GOH - Godthaab | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| YXP - Pangnirtung | 613 km | $8,942 | $18/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 620 km | $9,045 | $18/passenger |
| JFR - Paamiut | 780 km | $11,379 | $23/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 889 km | $12,969 | $26/passenger |
| UAK - Narssarssuaq | 928 km | $13,538 | $27/passenger |
| JNS - Narsaq | 942 km | $13,742 | $27/passenger |
| JJU - Qaqortoq | 964 km | $14,063 | $28/passenger |
| QFG - Eqalugaarsuit | 976 km | $14,238 | $28/passenger |
| THU - Thule | 990 km | $14,442 | $29/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 995 km | $14,515 | $29/passenger |
| LLU - Alluitsup Paa | 998 km | $14,559 | $29/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 1,008 km | $14,705 | $29/passenger |
| JNN - Nanortalik | 1,038 km | $15,142 | $30/passenger |
| NAQ - Qaanaaq | 1,084 km | $15,813 | $32/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 1,120 km | $16,339 | $33/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 1,129 km | $16,470 | $33/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 1,147 km | $16,732 | $33/passenger |
| YQC - Quaqtaq | 1,158 km | $16,893 | $34/passenger |
| CNP - Neerlerit Inaat | 1,175 km | $17,141 | $34/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 1,183 km | $17,258 | $35/passenger |
| OBY - Ittoqqortoormiit | 1,203 km | $17,549 | $35/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 1,215 km | $17,724 | $35/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 1,229 km | $17,929 | $36/passenger |
| YKG - Kangirsuk | 1,264 km | $18,439 | $37/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 1,265 km | $18,454 | $37/passenger |
| YGZ - Grise Fiord | 1,273 km | $18,571 | $37/passenger |
| XGR - Kangiqsualujjuaq | 1,287 km | $18,775 | $38/passenger |
| PFJ - Patreksfjordur | 1,295 km | $18,891 | $38/passenger |
| IFJ - Isafjordur | 1,301 km | $18,979 | $38/passenger |
| BIU - Bildudalur | 1,307 km | $19,067 | $38/passenger |
| YPJ - Aupaluk | 1,322 km | $19,285 | $39/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 1,330 km | $19,402 | $39/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your QJE 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 North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/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 QJE
- 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 Kitsissuarsuit
Kitsissuarsuit 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 QJE
QJE provides air connectivity for Kitsissuarsuit, Greenland. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
Planning Your Trip via QJE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kitsissuarsuit Heliport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from QJE
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to QJE are JEG, JGO, QJI — consider these for potentially lower fares