Major city · Greenland
Ittoqqortoormiit
Go only if you have 3–4 days and a flight booked to CNP; it's a remote village, not a hub. One weekly flight from Iceland, no roads in or out.
Ittoqqortoormiit is one of the most remote settlements in Greenland, with about 400 people and the Northeast Greenland National Park as its neighbour. There are no roads to other towns, one flight a week from Iceland, and no services beyond a grocery store and a guesthouse. It rewards travellers who want isolation, Arctic wildlife and a genuine outpost experience, but it requires planning and patience.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- DKK
- Best months
- Jul–Aug
- avoid Nov–Feb (polar night, extreme cold, limited flights)
- Airport
- CNP
- Nights
- 3
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Rules in force · 6Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Greenland ↗Greenland is outside the Schengen area even though it is part of the Kingdom of Denmark; check entry rules for your passport with Danish authorities or official Greenland sources before booking.
- Greenland ↗Keep at least one spare day before any international connection; flights and boats are often delayed by weather.
- Greenland ↗Hikes away from towns need preparation, local advice and in some areas a permit; the National Park in the northeast requires a permit.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ittoqqortoormiit112 ▾
- Police, ambulance, fire112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ittoqqortoormiit, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Danish krone (DKK, kr).Greenland-wide
- SIM or eSIMTusass is the only operator; prepaid SIMs in Tusass shops and some kiosks.Greenland-wide
- Tap watercheckTap water is clean and drinkable; in settlements, check with your host.Greenland-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Not expected; round up if pleased.Greenland-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E/F/K. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greenland-wide
- SafetyIttoqqortoormiit is safe in the village, but the Arctic environment is unforgiving.
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- RestroomsNormal in hotels and towns; very basic in small settlements and camps.Greenland-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police, ambulance, fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops close early on Saturdays and most of Sunday; tours run by weather.Greenland-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCNP Nerlerit Inaat Airport (One flight per week year-round to Akureyri and Reykjavik in Iceland…
- Getting aroundThe village is small enough to walk everywhere.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at the guesthouse or shopkr 30–50
- Street or quick mealSimple meal (sandwich or soup)kr 100–200
- BeerBeer (can from the shop)kr 20–40
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (shared facilities), a night, per roomDKK 1,200 (≈ US$190)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (shared facilities), a night, per roomDKK 2,000 (≈ US$350)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (shared facilities), a night, per roomDKK 3,500 (≈ US$550)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget DKK 1,500 (≈ US$250) · Mid DKK 3,000 (≈ US$500) · High DKK 5,000 (≈ US$800)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CNP Nerlerit Inaat Airport (One flight per week year-round to Akureyri and Reykjavik in Iceland; then a helicopter transfer to Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
Feb
Avoid
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
Mar
not flagged
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
Apr
not flagged
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
May
not flagged
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Jun
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Jul
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Aug
Best
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Sep
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Oct
not flagged
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Nov
Avoid
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
Dec
Avoid
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
Best: Jul–Aug. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)), coolest Jan (−16°C (3°F)3°F (−16°C) low), wettest Oct (10 rain days), driest May (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ittoqqortoormiit: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
−16°C (3°F)3°F (−16°C)
8 rd
Feb
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
−16°C (3°F)3°F (−16°C)
7 rd
Mar
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C)
8 rd
Apr
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
7 rd
May
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
6 rd
Jun
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
6 rd
Jul
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
Aug
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Sep
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Oct
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
10 rd
Nov
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
9 rd
Dec
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is small enough to walk everywhere. No taxis, no rental cars.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Northeast Greenland National Park
cautionDoor to door: Full day
Boat or guided expedition from Ittoqqortoormiit
Requires an expedition permit; do not go without a guide. Polar bear risk.
Tasiilaq
overnightDoor to door: About 4–6 h depending on connections
Helicopter via Nerlerit Inaat and Kulusuk
Only possible with a helicopter transfer; flights are infrequent and weather-dependent.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Ittoqqortoormiit village
The only accommodation is the Ittoqqortoormiit Guesthouse; book well ahead.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- kr 1,500–2,500 excl. bed
- Mid
- kr 2,500–4,000 excl. bed
- High
- kr 4,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (shared facilities)1 × 3 nights × DKK 2,000 | DKK 6,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × DKK 3,000 | DKK 18,000 |
| Helicopter transfer CNP → Ittoqqortoormiit (one way)2 × DKK 1,500 · check | DKK 3,000 |
| Grocery shopping (basic supplies for 3 days)2 × DKK 800 | DKK 1,600 |
| eSIM or local SIM (Tusass traveller SIM)2 × DKK 300 · check | DKK 600 |
| Buffer 15%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | DKK 4,380 |
| Trip total≈ DKK 5,600 per person per day, bed included | DKK 33,580≈ US$5,500 |
2026 estimate in Danish kroner; flights to/from Iceland and helicopter transfers excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at the guesthouse or shop | kr 30–50 |
| Simple meal (sandwich or soup) | kr 100–200 |
| Beer (can from the shop) | kr 20–40 |
| Helicopter transfer CNP → Ittoqqortoormiit | kr 1,500 (check) |
| Grocery basics (bread, milk, eggs, pasta) | kr 200–400 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- One flight per week to/from Iceland; weather cancellations are common.
- No roads to other settlements; every move is by helicopter or cruise ship.
- Polar bears can appear near the village; never walk alone outside the built-up area.
- Mobile coverage exists but is limited; roaming is expensive (Greenland is not in the EU).
- The nearest hospital is in Tasiilaq or Nuuk; medical evacuation is slow and costly.
Emergency numbers
- Police, ambulance, fire
- 112
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Una sumiiffimutTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police, ambulance, fire112
Embassy
Denmark handles consular services for most countries; the nearest embassy is in Reykjavik (Iceland) or Nuuk. Check with your home country.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Helicopter CNP → Ittoqqortoormiit: about kr 1,500, 15 min (check)
- Flight Reykjavik → CNP (one way): about kr 4,000–7,000 (check)
Say or show
- Aluu — Hello (ah-loo)
- Qujanaq — Thank you (koo-yah-nah)
- Qanoq akigiva? — How much? (kah-nok ah-kee-gee-vah)
- Ikiunnga! — Help! (ee-kee-oon-gah)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ittoqqortoormiit. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jul–Aug · avoid Nov–Feb (polar night, extreme cold, limited flights) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 5 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for the guesthouse, grocery store and heliport with verified hours.
- Helicopter transfer schedule from CNP to Ittoqqortoormiit Heliport.
- Expedition permit details for Northeast Greenland National Park.
- Polar bear safety briefing and emergency contact numbers.
Meanwhile
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