Airports Near Sault Ste. Marie
The closest airports to Sault Ste. Marie, Canada: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Sault Ste. Marie, Canada is Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Chippewa County International Airport (CIU).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YAM | Sault Ste Marie AirportSault Ste Marie, Canada | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | Regional |
| YEB | Bar River AirportBar River, Canada | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | Regional |
| CIU | Chippewa County International AirportSault Ste Marie, United States | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | International |
| DRE | Drummond Island AirportDrummond Island, United States | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Regional |
| MCD | Mackinac Island AirportMackinac Island, United States | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Regional |
| PLN | Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County AirportPellston, United States | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 4 min | Regional |
| YEL | Elliot Lake Municipal AirportElliot Lake, Canada | 85 mi / 137 km | 1 hr 59 min | Regional |
| YZE | Gore Bay Manitoulin AirportGore Bay, Canada | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) is the most convenient at about 9 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) (19 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Sault Ste. Marie. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with YAM.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near YAM saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Sault Ste. Marie is Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road.