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Mackinaw City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mackinaw City

With a population of 806, Mackinaw City is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mackinaw City to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Mackinaw City

Mackinaw City in December
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mackinaw City in December
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mackinaw City in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mackinaw City, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Mackinaw City

Plane

When flying to Mackinaw City, you’ll arrive at Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 23 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Mackinaw City departs from Columbus and takes around 2h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Mackinaw City is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 321 km from Mackinaw City. You’ll find branches of Avis and Turo, among others, in Grand Rapids.

Plane

When flying to Mackinaw City, you’ll arrive at Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 23 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Mackinaw City departs from Columbus and takes around 2h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Mackinaw City is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 321 km from Mackinaw City. You’ll find branches of Avis and Turo, among others, in Grand Rapids.

Airports near Mackinaw City

TVCTraverse City Cherry Capital
PLNPellston Emmet County
CIUSault Ste. Marie Chippewa County

Airlines serving Mackinaw City

KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,979 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,979 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,097 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,149 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,341 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,683 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (670 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (514 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,126 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,041 reviews)
Allegiant Air
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Where to stay in Mackinaw City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Baymont by Wyndham Mackinaw City and Starlite Budget Inn.

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Where to stay in popular areas of Mackinaw City

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Beach House Lakeside Cottages
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, 683 reviews)
$125+
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Breakers Resort - Lakeside
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1447 reviews)
$98+
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Best Western Harbour Pointe Lakefront
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1449 reviews)
$92+
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Holiday Inn Express Mackinaw City By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 907 reviews)
$88+
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Super 8 by Wyndham St. Ignace
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1346 reviews)
$98+
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Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1426 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Mackinaw City

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Mackinaw City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Mackinaw City, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Mackinaw City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Mackinaw City, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

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