Fly & Drive guide
Fly into MQT, drive to Upper Peninsula
Your route
MQT
Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport
Upper Peninsula
About 53 min · 31 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to MQT
Compare fares into Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
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02Car at MQT
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Upper Peninsula. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Upper Peninsula
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Upper Peninsula
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Upper Peninsula
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Advance Lodging and Ferry Bookings for Michigan's North
While day entry to the peninsula is free, specific sites like Pictured Rocks boat tours and Mackinac Island ferries require separate ticketing. State Park camping and popular Marquette hotels often fill months in advance; always verify the latest reservation windows on the official Michigan DNR or NPS websites.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
June – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Upper Peninsula?
Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport (MQT) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from MQT to Upper Peninsula?
Roughly 53 min (about 31 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Upper Peninsula?
While day entry to the peninsula is free, specific sites like Pictured Rocks boat tours and Mackinac Island ferries require separate ticketing. State Park camping and popular Marquette hotels often fill months in advance; always verify the latest reservation windows on the official Michigan DNR or NPS websites.
