Chippewa County Airport
Chippewa County International Airport, identified as CIU and KCIU, is a medium airport serving Kincheloe in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sitting at about 800 feet (244 m) above sea level, it is a practical regional gateway for travelers heading into a part of the state known for forests, shoreline scenery, and long driving distances between towns. For visitors, that makes the airport especially useful as a straightforward arrival point where air access can save significant time on the ground.
About Chippewa County Airport
Chippewa County International Airport, identified as CIU and KCIU, is a medium airport serving Kincheloe in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sitting at about 800 feet (244 m) above sea level, it is a practical regional gateway for travelers heading into a part of the state known for forests, shoreline scenery, and long driving distances between towns. For visitors, that makes the airport especially useful as a straightforward arrival point where air access can save significant time on the ground.
Overview
Chippewa County International Airport, identified as CIU and KCIU, is a medium airport serving Kincheloe in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Sitting at about 800 feet (244 m) above sea level, it is a practical regional gateway for travelers heading into a part of the state known for forests, shoreline scenery, and long driving distances between towns. For visitors, that makes the airport especially useful as a straightforward arrival point where air access can save significant time on the ground.
Airfield at a glance
- Airport codes: CIU (IATA) and KCIU (ICAO)
- Location served: Kincheloe, United States
- Elevation: 800 ft (244 m)
- Runway 09/27: 5,000 ft, asphalt, lighted
- Runway 16/34: 7,203 ft, concrete, lighted
What travelers should know
The airport uses the America/Detroit time zone, so passengers should plan arrivals, departures, rental pickups, and onward road trips on Eastern Time. Its two lighted runways support operations in a region where weather and daylight can vary sharply by season, which is reassuring for travelers flying in or out at less convenient hours. The longer 16/34 runway and the shorter 09/27 runway also suggest flexibility in how aircraft are handled, while the airport’s overall scale points to an experience that is usually simpler to navigate than a major hub.
Why it matters for a trip
For many visitors, the value of Chippewa County International Airport is convenience rather than complexity. A medium-sized airport in a lightly populated region can mean easier orientation, shorter distances from curb to terminal areas, and a quicker transition from plane to road. If you are planning a northern Michigan itinerary, CIU works best as a practical starting point for exploring the surrounding area without the extra layers that often come with busier metropolitan airports.
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FAQ
Chippewa County Airport — frequently asked questions
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9 common questions
- Chippewa County Airport is located in Sault Ste. Marie, United States (North America), at coordinates 46.500°, -84.350°.
- Its IATA code is CIU and its ICAO code is KCIU.
- Chippewa County Airport serves Sault Ste. Marie, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Chippewa County Airport operates on America/Detroit local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Chippewa County Airport sits at latitude 46.500° and longitude -84.350°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CIU. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CIU is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CIU on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 5315 West Airport Drive, Kinross Charter Township, Michigan, 49788, United States, the phone number is +1 906-495-5631, the official website is http://www.airciu.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.