Greenland opens new £520 million airport in Nuuk to boost tourism

Greenland has opened a new £520 million airport in Nuuk, enhancing its global connectivity. The upgraded airport features a 2,200-meter runway, allowing larger planes to land and facilitating direct flights from the U.S., Canada, Iceland, and Denmark starting next summer. Currently, there are no direct flights from the UK, making travel to Greenland more challenging. The new airport aims to increase tourism, which currently sees about 130,000 visitors annually, while officials emphasize the need to manage growth carefully. Two additional airports are expected to open in Greenland by the end of 2026, improving travel options within the country. Despite the new facilities, most travel will still require flights or boats due to limited paved roads.