PHX
Phoenix
United States
5,561 km
3,456 miles
UAK
Narsarsuaq
Greenland
Distance
5,561 km
3,456 mi / 3,003 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Phoenix
Heading
35°
northeast

Airport Comparison

PHX UAK
Airport Name Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Narsarsuaq Airport
IATA Code PHX UAK
ICAO Code KPHX BGBW
City Phoenix Narsarsuaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Phoenix America/Nuuk
Elevation 1,135 ft 112 ft
Coordinates 33.430000, -112.010000 61.160000, -45.430000

Phoenix (PHX) to Narsarsuaq (UAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) in Narsarsuaq, Greenland is 5,561 kilometers (3,456 miles / 3,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:13 in Phoenix, it's 11:13 in Narsarsuaq. 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 1,023 feet between the two airports. Narsarsuaq Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Narsarsuaq (UAK) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 268° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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