JAV
Ilulissat
Greenland
4,688 km
2,913 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
4,688 km
2,913 mi / 2,531 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Nuuk
Heading
260°
west

Airport Comparison

JAV SLC
Airport Name Ilulissat Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code JAV SLC
ICAO Code BGJN KSLC
City Ilulissat Salt Lake City
Country Greenland United States
Timezone America/Nuuk America/Denver
Elevation 95 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates 69.240000, -51.060000 40.790000, -111.980000

Ilulissat (JAV) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ilulissat Airport (JAV) in Ilulissat, Greenland to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 4,688 kilometers (2,913 miles / 2,531 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Greenland with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:23 in Ilulissat, it's 13:23 in Salt Lake City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,136 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Ilulissat Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Ilulissat (JAV) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ilulissat Airport (JAV) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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