Houghton County Airport
Houghton County Memorial Airport, identified by IATA code CMX and ICAO code KCMX, is a medium airport serving Hancock in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. For travelers heading to the Keweenaw area, it functions as a practical regional gateway, with a compact scale that is often easier to navigate than a large hub. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,095 feet (334 m), a detail worth noting in a region known for quickly changing weather and distinct seasonal conditions.
About Houghton County Airport
Houghton County Memorial Airport, identified by IATA code CMX and ICAO code KCMX, is a medium airport serving Hancock in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. For travelers heading to the Keweenaw area, it functions as a practical regional gateway, with a compact scale that is often easier to navigate than a large hub. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,095 feet (334 m), a detail worth noting in a region known for quickly changing weather and distinct seasonal conditions.
The airfield has two lighted asphalt runways, giving it useful operating flexibility for regional traffic and changing wind conditions. Runway 07/25 measures 5,201 feet, while runway 14/32 is longer at 6,501 feet. For passengers, that mainly translates into a facility built to handle regular aircraft movements with dependable infrastructure rather than a minimal airstrip, which can be reassuring when planning arrivals or departures in northern Michigan.
Overview
Houghton County Memorial Airport, identified by IATA code CMX and ICAO code KCMX, is a medium airport serving Hancock in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. For travelers heading to the Keweenaw area, it functions as a practical regional gateway, with a compact scale that is often easier to navigate than a large hub. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,095 feet (334 m), a detail worth noting in a region known for quickly changing weather and distinct seasonal conditions.
Airfield Facts
- Airport codes: CMX (IATA) and KCMX (ICAO)
- Airport type: medium airport
- Location served: Hancock, United States
- Elevation: 1,095 ft (334 m)
- Time zone: America/Detroit
What Travelers Should Know
Because CMX serves a smaller community, the airport experience is typically more straightforward and less crowded than at major metropolitan airports. That can mean shorter walks, faster orientation, and a calmer start or finish to a trip. Travelers should still plan around the local time zone, America/Detroit, and allow for seasonal weather variability, especially in winter, when conditions across the Upper Peninsula can influence ground access and flight schedules.
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FAQ
Houghton County Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Houghton County Airport is located in Hancock, United States (North America), at coordinates 47.170°, -88.490°.
- Its IATA code is CMX and its ICAO code is KCMX.
- Houghton County Airport serves Hancock, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Houghton 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.
- Houghton County Airport sits at latitude 47.170° and longitude -88.490°. 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 CMX. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CMX is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CMX on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- 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.