The world's largest island is easy to get to, but there are limited options to get you there. There are no bridges, tunnels, or ferries that connect it with other countries, so you must fly. In particular, you must fly from either Denmark or Iceland.

In 2026, Greenland remains one of the world's most difficult destinations due to its extreme geography and limited infrastructure. With no roads connecting its towns, all internal travel must be by plane, helicopter, or boat. Access from the outside is primarily funneled through small hubs like Kangerlussuaq or Ilulissat, mostly from Denmark or Iceland. High costs arise from the logistics of operating in the Arctic, where fuel, parts, and maintenance must be flown in. While the completion of new international airports in Nuuk and Ilulissat in late 2024 and 2025 has begun to increase capacity, the island still has no direct commercial flights from most major global hubs like London, New York, or Paris as of early 2026. Furthermore, the weather is notoriously unpredictable, often leading to multi-day "fog-outs" or storms that ground all aircraft, making any travel plan to Greenland a delicate gamble with the elements.