Mackinac Island Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 15h 20m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Mackinac Island Airport
Mackinac Island Airport is a public use airport in Mackinac County, Michigan, United States. It is located one nautical mile (1.9 km) northwest of downtown Mackinac Island, Michigan in the center of Mackinac Island. The airport is owned by Mackinac Island State Park Commission. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021, in which it is categorized as a basic general aviation facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMCDLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 3,501 ft / 1,067 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 118.275 MHz |
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 134.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 650 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 636 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mackinac Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mackinac Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Mackinac Island Airport is KMCD, and its IATA code is MCD.
Where is Mackinac Island Airport located?
Mackinac Island Airport is small airport located in Mackinac Island, United States, at an elevation of 739 ft (225 m).
How many runways does Mackinac Island Airport have?
Mackinac Island Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,501 ft / 1,067 m.
What time zone is Mackinac Island Airport in?
Mackinac Island Airport is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mackinac Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mackinac Island Airport is approximately 7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mackinac Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Mackinac Island Airport is Mackinac County Airport (K83D), about 4.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Bois Blanc Airport and Cheboygan County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mackinac Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.