Department Overview
Michigan City Municipal Airport (IATA: MGC, ICAO: KMGC, FAA LID: MGC) is a public-use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) east of the central business district of Michigan City, Indiana. The airport covers an area of 285 acres at an elevation of 655 feet (200 m) above mean sea level. It has one paved runway designated 2/20 with an asphalt surface measuring 4,100 by 75 feet (1,250 x 23 m).
“Our mission is to cultivate a thriving aviation hub by fostering general aviation traffic, accommodating corporate jets, attracting industries and small businesses, and welcoming visitors. Through strategic partnerships and exceptional services, we aim to drive economic growth, innovation, and connectivity within our community while maintaining a safe and inviting environment for all aviation enthusiasts.”
Additional Information
Phillips Field, 1300 North Highway 212
Michigan City, Indiana 46360
Operating Hours:
8 AM – 5 PM CST
Seven days a week, year-round.
Holiday Closures: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Columbus Day, Easter, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
After Hours Access: Indoor restrooms, local phones, and vending machines are available with an MGC Unicom code entered into the front door security access pad. The door will automatically lock after you leave.
General Information
Unicom: 122.70
Clearance Delivery: 118.625
South Bend APP/DEP: 118.55
Chicago Center APP/DEP: 127.55
Field Elevation: 655 MSL
Runway 2/20
Length: 4,100 feet
Width: 75 feet
Approaches: GPS.VOR
Current Fuel Prices
Avgas Self Service: $5.34
Avgas Full Service: $5.49
Jet A+ Self-Service: $4.24
Jet A+ Full Service: $4.24
Swift UL-94 Self-Service: $6.75
Services & Facilities
- Parking, ramp, and tie downs are available
- Phillips 66 Jet A w/Prist, 100LL, and Swift
- Fuel UL-94
- 24-hour Avgas
- Computerized weather
- Fire Department on field
- Passenger terminal
- Pilots lounge
- Public telephone
- After Hours Access
- Space available for lease
- Shuttle to Blue Chip Casino
- Reliable Uber and Lyft Services
- Enterprise Car rental drop-off available – call 219-879-3100
Fees
- Extended Stay Ramp Fee: $10 per week
- Overnight Hangar Space Rental (CALL FOR AVAILABILITY): $40 Per Night
- Monthly Tie Down: $40 per month, Main Ramp
- After Hours Fueling: $75 per call-out (5 PM – 8 AM CST) and on holidays, not staffed daily
Businesses
Skydive Windy City Chicago
Website: skydivewindycitychicago.com
Phone: (219) 210-3338
Season: April 15 – October 31
Flight Saga
Flight Instruction, Aircraft Rental, Flying Club. Helping you make your aviation dreams a reality.
Website: www.flightsaga.com
Phone: (219) 228-7242 or (833) 359-7242
Email: info@flightsaga.com
PAW Aviation
Aircraft Maintenance, Avionics Installation, Aircraft Refurbishment, Aircraft Management
Phone: (219) 851-0600
Email: jdlandwerlen@gmail.com
Weather
Pilot Discounts
Michigan City Municipal Airport Runway Extension Project
The Michigan City Municipal Airport Board of Aviation Commissioners and the City of Michigan City, with support from numerous local businesses and organizations, are currently pursuing an expansion of the Michigan City Municipal Airport by extending the runway to better serve the needs of not only the city but also the needs of the entire community and surrounding areas.
Quicks Links & Information
Local Attractions
Not Just A Great Place To Visit, But A Great Place To Live
Michigan City offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and economic opportunity. Whether you’re a visitor exploring our stunning beaches or a resident enjoying our close-knit community, you’ll find endless reasons to call this place home.