Airports near Mackinaw Township
CIU・PLN・YAM・APN・TVC
What airports are closest to Mackinaw Township?
Pellston Regional Airport (PLN) is the closest facility, sitting just 19.5 km from the city center and reachable via a quick 21 minutes taxi ride. Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) lies 60.7 km to the north, often served by private shuttles taking approximately 60 minutes. For travelers heading to Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM), be prepared for an 84.6 km journey that typically requires 90 minutes by road. Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) is located 114.6 km away, with bus travel times extending to about 2 hours 10 minutes. Finally, Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is the most distant at 130.4 km, with ground transit typically requiring 2 hours. and book hotels in Mackinaw Township
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Airports near Mackinaw Township: CIU, PLN, YAM, APN and TVC.
Airports Near Mackinaw Township: Key Information
Number of airports in Mackinaw Township
0
Closest airport to the city center
Pellston Regional Airport (PLN)
Distance
19.5 km
Fastest arrival time
21 minutes - 30 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Pellston Regional Airport (PLN)
Compare domestic and international airports near Mackinaw Township.
Chippewa County International Airport
Distance: 60.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Northern Transport & Shuttle
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
USD 80-120
Comfort
Local Taxi Service
Fastest
45 minutes - 1 hour
USD 140-170
Balanced
Enterprise / National Car Rental
Cheapest
43 minutes - 50 minutes
USD 50-90
Budget
Pellston Regional Airport
Distance: 19.5 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Indian Trails
Cheapest
35 minutes - 45 minutes
USD 13-26
Budget
Mackinaw Shuttle
30 minutes - 40 minutes
USD 40-60
Comfort
Local Taxi
Fastest
21 minutes - 30 minutes
USD 55-70
Balanced
Sault Ste. Marie Airport
Distance: 84.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Soo Yellow Cab
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 180-220
Comfort
Enterprise / Budget
Cheapest
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
USD 60-100
Balanced
Driverseat Shuttle
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
USD 150-200
Budget
Alpena County Regional Airport
Distance: 114.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Indian Trails
Cheapest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
USD 37-60
Budget
Tipsy Taxi / City Cab
Fastest
1 hour 35 minutes - 1 hour 55 minutes
USD 200-250
Comfort
Uber Rent / Local Agencies
1 hour 37 minutes - 1 hour 55 minutes
USD 70-120
Balanced
Cherry Capital Airport
Distance: 130.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
BATA Bus / Indian Trails
Cheapest
4 hours - 5 hours
USD 45-85
Budget
Up North Rides
Fastest
2 hours - 2 hours 20 minutes
USD 250-300
Comfort
Airport Rental Agencies
2 hours - 2 hours 20 minutes
USD 60-110
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Mackinaw Township
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Mackinaw Township
For travelers visiting Mackinaw Township, your choice of airport depends heavily on the balance between flight availability and ground travel time. The nearest option, Pellston Regional Airport (PLN), is located in the neighboring city of Pellston and serves as the primary gateway, offering the fastest and cheapest ground connections. Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) is another excellent, nearby choice in the Upper Peninsula that provides solid domestic connectivity but requires a slightly longer, cross-bridge transit. For those traveling from major metropolitan hubs, Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) in Traverse City offers the most extensive flight schedule, though it is significantly farther, requiring a two-hour drive. Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) and Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) are secondary options in their respective neighboring cities, typically chosen only when local flight pricing is significantly lower. None of these airports are located within Mackinaw Township itself; all require ground transportation through neighboring regions. We recommend checking shuttle availability well in advance, especially for the more remote northern locations, as demand can be seasonal.
Hotels near Mackinaw Township airport
Breakfast
101 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.06km from city center
The hotel is located on the edge of Lake Huron and does not have its own exclusive beach, but once you are out of the hotel you can watch the sunrise by the lake. The hotel rooms are spacious and clean with a refrigerator and no microwave. Free parking, breakfast is a standard American breakfast and can be full.FromUS$57
Great99 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|4.16km from city center
The Clearwater Lakeshore Motel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Mackinaw Township will find that the Clearwater Lakeshore Motel is a fantastic accommodation choice. From the hotel, Pellston Regional Airport is approximately 26km away. Pellston Regional Airport is approximately 26km away by road. This hotel is located near many of Mackinaw Township's attractions including The Linda- Simian Discovery Vessel, Fishing and Observation Pier and Mackinaw Bay Beach. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Mackinaw Township hotel offers parking on site. According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. FromUS$129
Good105 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.39km from city center
Upon arrival we were greeted with smiles and laughter, The front desk ladies were all very polite and so helpful,
The hotel was clean and the hotel staff everywhere you went spoke and smiled, The bedroom was clean and the beds are comfortable, We would definitely stay again.FromUS$70
Good101 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.54km from city center
Easy location for dining and entertainiment right at the town center. The staff do what's requested in fair time, but the guy at the front desk does look annoyed at facing so many customers a day. The hotel is full of flimsy utensils and plastic packaging everywhere so eco-friendly solutions can use huge improvement. The gym's only weight machine is quite worn out and doesn't give much resistance. Lounge by the pool is quite nice.FromUS$99
Very Good101 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|4.74km from city center
Except for no slippers, no kettle, average breakfast, everything else is good, the room is super large, the location is super good, and the sunrise from the balcony is very beautiful. You can buy ferry tickets at the front desk of the hotel. It is also close to the pier. You can also choose a shuttle bus to go to Mackinac Island.FromUS$92
Family friendly
Good100 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.11km from city center
Good environment, clean, convenient transportation, free parking. Breakfast American style is a few old. Self-driving motel, nearby attractions, restaurants, refueling. After the heavy snow, a snowy town rushed to the feet, happy and happy.FromUS$63
99 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|4.67km from city center
Okay, there are many hotels nearby. For the convenience of visiting Mackinac Island the next day, the price is also moderate.FromUS$58
103 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.23km from city center
We stayed here because we went to mackinaw city for a Mackinac island trip with my family. My brothers and their children had other rooms in the hotel so we could all meetup. It would have not been our first choice because the reviews were terrible. I didn’t know what to expect but I see why my brothers and my mom booked the place. It has a pool and mini waterpark for the kids. The beds were not very comfortable and one of my favorite things about hotels is the hot water in the shower. The shower did not get hot. The carpet was old in that hallway. You can tell it is an older hotel but if you have kids you would bring them there for the pool and hot tub. We probably would not be back to this one because we prefer hotels with breakfast included and hot water. My family and their kids can stay at this one and I’ll go to another one next door or down the street. I will say the front desk lady was very nice and she knew almost everyone apart of our big family by the time I arrived.98 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.28km from city center
The hotel seems neglected. Shoddy workmanship like the doors that drag on the floor, peeling wallpaper, or closet that barely opens. Tyvek hanging from the building exterior, and empty vending machines. Parking was horrible, because the lot isn’t plowed well. Our room was directly above a game room pool table with children playing and yelling late into the night, which was very loud, and adjacent to an empty breakfast hall ( no breakfasts served) that kids were running around at all hours. Comfy beds, but hard to get much sleep. FromUS$79
99 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|6.43km from city center
Kudos to Kim for her gracious and courteous service at breakfast! She was awesome. Also thank you for the evening help with connecting the TV.FromUS$72
5 star
Very Good100 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|6.52km from city center
The American Boutique Inn - Lakeview is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The American Boutique Inn - Lakeview is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Mackinaw Township. The hotel is approximately 27km away from Pellston Regional Airport. The nearest airport is Pellston Regional Airport, approximately 27km away. Keeping busy is easy, with Mackinaw Fort, THE FORGE and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse all nearby. This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. Guests of this Mackinaw Township hotel can make use of the parking facilities. FromUS$79
Very Good35 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|1.98km from city center
The Mackinac Lake Trail Motel is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. Visitors to Mackinaw Township will find that the Mackinac Lake Trail Motel is a fantastic accommodation choice. The hotel is approximately 21km away from Pellston Regional Airport. Pellston Regional Airport is the closest option for those who prefer to fly, approximately 21km away. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Mill Creek, Mackinaw Mill Creek Campground Rally Building and Dousman's Mill all nearby. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. Guests of this Mackinaw Township hotel can make use of the parking facilities. FromUS$96
90 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|5.1km from city center
Very clean rooms, didn’t sleep well due to noisy neighbors upstairsFromUS$60
Very Good102 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|4.42km from city center
Booked two cabins, see the previous review. Martin is very Nice. Service response is also fast. likeFromUS$107
103 Reviews
Mackinaw Township|4.99km from city center
It's so close to everything. Very good service. Nice lake roomsFromUS$64
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Mackinaw Township?
The nearest airport to Mackinaw Township is Pellston Regional Airport (PLN), about 19.5 km away.Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) (60.7 km), Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) (84.6 km), Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) (114.6 km) and Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) (130.4 km).
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How long does it take to get from Mackinaw Township to the airport?
Getting from Mackinaw Township to Pellston Regional Airport (PLN) takes about 21 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How do I get to Mackinaw Township?
We recommend flying into Pellston Regional Airport (PLN), which is approximately 19.5 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Local Taxi, reaching downtown in about 21 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How many airports does Mackinaw Township have?
Mackinaw Township has 5 airports: Chippewa County International Airport (CIU), Pellston Regional Airport (PLN), Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM), Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) and Cherry Capital Airport (TVC).