Delta County Airport
Delta County Airport serves Escanaba, Michigan, on the shores of Little Bay de Noc in the Upper Peninsula. Located 6 miles east of downtown Escanaba, ESC offers a 6,500-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the UP's iron ore and timber industries, Lake Michigan fishing, and the scenic Upper Peninsula tourism. Estimated charter rates to Escanaba via ESC: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Escanaba is famous for its walleye and perch fishing in Little Bay de Noc, one of the top fishing destinations in the Midwest. Jeff Daniels' movie Escanaba in da Moonlight celebrates the UP's deer hunting culture. The Hiawatha National Forest provides spectacular outdoor recreation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Escanaba?
Yes. Delta County Airport's 6,500-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.
What is Escanaba known for?
Escanaba is known for world-class walleye fishing in Little Bay de Noc, the Hiawatha National Forest, and UP hunting culture.
Why fly private to Escanaba?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Escanaba, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Delta County Airport
Based on the longest runway (6,498 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 6,498 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 01/19 | 5,016 ft | 100 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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Willow Run Airport
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Bishop International Airport
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MBS International Airport
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- IATA Code
- ESC
- ICAO Code
- KESC
- Elevation
- 609 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 6,498 ft
- Location
- Escanaba, Michigan