Marquette/Sawyer International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 15h 27m 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 Marquette/Sawyer International Airport
Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport — previously named Sawyer International Airport — is a county-owned, public-use airport in Marquette County, Michigan, United States. It is located 17 nautical miles south of the central business district of the city of Marquette. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2021–2025, in which it is categorized as a non-hub primary commercial service facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSAWLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 9,072 ft / 2,765 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 118.375 MHz |
| CNTR | MINNEAPOLIS CNTR | 119.100 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.975 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.650 MHz |
| RDO | GREEN BAY RDO | 123.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.975 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Services & operations
MQT/SAW flights are now available for booking.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARQUETTE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3700 ft MSL |
| MARQUETTE CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Marquette/Sawyer International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Marquette/Sawyer International Airport?
The ICAO code for Marquette/Sawyer International Airport is KSAW, and its IATA code is MQT.
Where is Marquette/Sawyer International Airport located?
Marquette/Sawyer International Airport is medium airport located in Gwinn, United States, at an elevation of 1,221 ft (372 m).
How many runways does Marquette/Sawyer International Airport have?
Marquette/Sawyer International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,072 ft / 2,765 m.
Which airlines fly to Marquette/Sawyer International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Marquette/Sawyer International Airport include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, US Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Marquette/Sawyer International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Marquette/Sawyer International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Marquette/Sawyer International Airport in?
Marquette/Sawyer International Airport is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Marquette/Sawyer International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Marquette/Sawyer International Airport is approximately 4.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Marquette/Sawyer International Airport?
The nearest airport to Marquette/Sawyer International Airport is Lesterson-Dempsey Airstrip (0MI4), about 4.9 nm to the s, followed by Edward F Johnson Airport and Van Effen Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Marquette/Sawyer International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.