Nuuk Airport Suspends International Flights Over Security Training Deficiencies

Nuuk Airport in Greenland has suspended all international departures following an order from the Danish Transport Authority due to inadequate security screening procedures for international passengers. This suspension, effective since August 26-27, 2025, arose because staff training did not meet required regulatory standards, prompting cancellations and diversions of international flights by airlines including United Airlines, Air Greenland, Icelandair, and Scandinavian Airlines. Domestic flights within Greenland continue unaffected, but international travelers face significant disruptions, with some flights forced to return mid-route, such as United Airlines Flight 80 from Newark. Greenland Airports is actively working with Danish authorities to address the training deficiencies and restore international operations, though the timeline for resumption remains uncertain. In the interim, some passengers may undergo security screening at other Greenland airports like Kangerlussuaq or Narsarsuaq. The suspension marks a setback for Nuuk’s recent development as Greenland’s international air hub following its terminal and runway expansion in late 2024.