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How far is Kangerlussuaq from Norman Wells?

The distance between Norman Wells (Norman Wells Airport) and Kangerlussuaq (Kangerlussuaq Airport) is 2004 miles / 3226 kilometers / 1742 nautical miles.

Norman Wells Airport – Kangerlussuaq Airport

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2004
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3226
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1742
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Distance from Norman Wells to Kangerlussuaq

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Norman Wells to Kangerlussuaq. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 2004.297 miles
  • 3225.603 kilometers
  • 1741.686 nautical miles

Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.

Haversine formula
  • 1996.456 miles
  • 3212.984 kilometers
  • 1734.873 nautical miles

The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).

How long does it take to fly from Norman Wells to Kangerlussuaq?

The estimated flight time from Norman Wells Airport to Kangerlussuaq Airport is 4 hours and 17 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Norman Wells Airport (YVQ) and Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ)

On average, flying from Norman Wells to Kangerlussuaq generates about 218 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 218 kilograms equals 481 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from Norman Wells to Kangerlussuaq

See the map of the shortest flight path between Norman Wells Airport (YVQ) and Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ).

Airport information

Origin Norman Wells Airport
City: Norman Wells
Country: Canada Flag of Canada
IATA Code: YVQ
ICAO Code: CYVQ
Coordinates: 65°16′53″N, 126°47′52″W
Destination Kangerlussuaq Airport
City: Kangerlussuaq
Country: Greenland Flag of Greenland
IATA Code: SFJ
ICAO Code: BGSF
Coordinates: 67°0′43″N, 50°42′41″W