Drive time to McGrath Airport (MCG)

McGrath Airport (MCG / PAMC) is a medium-sized airport serving McGrath, Alaska. It sits 341 feet above sea level and has 2 runways, the longest 5,936 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is RBY (Ruby Airport), 123 miles north.

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Distance
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by road
Leave now, arrive
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at the terminal
Domestic
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before departure
International
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before departure

Alternatives

Other airports near MCG

Within 200 miles, straight-line. A slightly farther airport is sometimes the shorter drive — check both before you book.

Reference

MCG at a glance

IATA code
MCG
ICAO code
PAMC
Serving
McGrath, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
341 ft
Runways
2
Longest runway
5,936 ft
Coordinates
62.9529, -155.6060
Classification
Medium-sized airport
Reference
Wikipedia

Airport, runway and elevation figures come from the OurAirports open database. Routes are calculated to the airport's map reference point, which at a large airport may sit a few minutes from your specific terminal.

Timing

When to leave for a flight from MCG

Leave home drive time + 2 hours before a domestic departure from MCG, or drive time + 3 hours before an international one.

Those buffers cover bag drop, security and the walk to the gate, but not getting from your car to the terminal — at a medium-sized airport like MCG, allow another 15–30 minutes to park and ride in, or 30–45 if you are returning a rental car. The drive estimate above is free-flow and does not model live traffic. Full guide to timing your departure →

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FAQ

Questions about driving to MCG

How long does it take to drive to MCG?

It depends on your starting point. Enter your address in the calculator on this page and you'll get a road-distance driving estimate to McGrath Airport.

What is the airport code for McGrath?

McGrath Airport uses the IATA code MCG and the ICAO code PAMC. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 341 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near MCG?

Within 200 miles: RBY (123 mi), GAL (130 mi), HCR (143 mi), ANV (146 mi). Distances are straight-line, so compare the actual drive times before choosing — a closer airport is not always a shorter drive.

How early should I leave for a flight from MCG?

Work backwards from your departure time: subtract two hours for a domestic flight (three for international), then subtract your drive time to MCG. The calculator on this page does that arithmetic for you once you enter your starting address, and adds the parking and shuttle time you should allow on top.