Private charter between Ilulissat and Upernavik starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Ilulissat (JAV) to Upernavik (JUV) and Upernavik to Ilulissat — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Ilulissat and Upernavik is about 435 km (270 miles), or 235 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Ilulissat–Upernavik spans US$8,000 – US$11,000: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 16m | 1h 08m – 1h 24m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 16m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 12m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Ilulissat–Upernavik moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Ilulissat, Greenland: Ilulissat Airport.
Upernavik, Greenland: Upernavik Airport.
| Ilulissat Airport | Upernavik Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | BGJN / JAV | BGUK / JUV |
| Longest hard runway | 2,772 ft | 2,621 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 95 ft | 414 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 2,621 ft at Upernavik Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,121 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,256 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 621 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,156 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 579 ft short |
2,180 km 1,636 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 279 ft short |
2,410 km 1,866 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 379 ft short |
2,900 km 2,356 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,121 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,436 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 1,421 ft spare |
1,480 km 936 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 879 ft short |
3,700 km 3,156 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 657 ft short |
3,650 km 3,106 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,579 ft short |
3,900 km 3,356 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,955 ft short |
4,600 km 4,056 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,309 ft short |
5,926 km 5,382 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,279 ft short |
6,400 km 5,856 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,071 ft short |
7,220 km 6,676 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,819 ft short |
7,400 km 6,856 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,679 ft short |
7,800 km 7,256 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,169 ft short |
7,400 km 6,856 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,379 ft short |
14,260 km 13,716 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,179 ft short |
11,112 km 10,568 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,379 ft short |
12,960 km 12,416 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,179 ft short |
11,945 km 11,401 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Ilimanaq Heliport · Qasigiannguit Heliport · Aappilattoq Heliport · Innarsuit Heliport · Kangersuatsiaq Heliport · Tasiusaq Heliport
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Ilulissat–Upernavik quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
The Ilulissat to Upernavik route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 16m gate to gate over 435 km (270 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Ilulissat–Upernavik departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Upernavik to Ilulissat runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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