Why go
- City in the United States.
- Served by Sawyer International Airport (MQT).
History
Marquette is the county seat of Marquette County and the largest city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, United States. Located on the shores of Lake Superior, Marquette is a major port known primarily for shipping iron ore from the Marquette Iron Range. The city is partially surrounded by Marquette Township, but the two are administered autonomously.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 2 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (ERJ-145) · 1 route: Chicago*
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ) · 1 route: Detroit*
- US Airways US (ERJ-145) · 1 route: Chicago*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Sawyer International Airport (MQT); 5 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: MQT has direct flights to 2 destinations on 3 airlines (incl. Chicago, Detroit).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Marquette, Michigan. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.