Airport
Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport (XGR)
Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport is the main gateway to the Inuit village of Kangiqsualujjuaq on Ungava Bay in Quebec's Nunavik region. Arrivals connect to the village centre and local lodgings a short drive away, while scheduled Air Inuit flights link to Kuujjuaq and onward Nunavik destinations.
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About Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport
This small northern airport serves the Inuit village of Kangiqsualujjuaq, located at the mouth of the George River on Ungava Bay in Quebec's Nunavik region. Because no roads connect the community to southern Quebec or to neighbouring northern villages, the airport is a vital link for passengers, food, mail and medical services.
The airport sits about 2.2 km northwest of the village centre and operates a single gravel runway (16/34). The unpaved surface suits the permafrost conditions of northern Quebec and is used by Air Inuit Dash 8 aircraft on the short scheduled route to Kuujjuaq, roughly 150 km to the south.
Air Inuit is the main scheduled carrier, connecting Kangiqsualujjuaq with Kuujjuaq and the wider Nunavik network. From Kuujjuaq, travelers can continue to Montreal and other communities in the region, making this a key entry point for the eastern shore of Ungava Bay.
The terminal is compact, with basic waiting and check-in facilities scaled to the community's needs. Travelers continue from the airport to the village and surrounding wilderness areas by local vehicle, and services such as accommodation and food are available in Kangiqsualujjuaq itself.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
The airport operates a single compact passenger terminal that handles all arrivals and departures. Air Inuit's scheduled Dash 8 flights between Kangiqsualujjuaq and Kuujjuaq use this one building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport
Transfers
Pre-book private transfers from Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport to village lodgings, the community centre and other local points on Ungava Bay.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a local chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Kangiqsualujjuaq, including airport pickups, errands and access to the George River area.
Car Rental
Independent car rental is not widely available at Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport, so confirm local vehicle hire or pre-arranged transport before you arrive.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize a minibus or local vehicle for groups arriving at Kangiqsualujjuaq (Georges River) Airport and travelling to accommodations, outfitter camps or meeting points in the village.
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