MBS International Airport — Freeland, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for MBS International Airport (Freeland) is MBS — its ICAO code is KMBS.
Distance & flight time from MBS
MBS International Airport
MBS International Airport serves the Tri-Cities region of Michigan, an acronym combining Midland, Bay City, and Saginaw, and is physically located in Freeland between them. Unlike many small regional codes, MBS supports meaningful scheduled commercial service from major US carriers to hub airports like Chicago and Detroit, making it a genuine option for business travelers connected to the area's manufacturing and chemical industries, including companies historically tied to Midland. The airport has a longer history than its size might suggest, having grown steadily since being established to give the tri-city area shared air access rather than competing separate airfields. MBS also handles general aviation, corporate jets, and some air cargo, serving as an important economic link for mid-Michigan beyond the larger airports in Detroit or Flint.
Runways at MBS International Airport (MBS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 8002 ft (2439 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 14/32 | 6399 ft (1950 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for MBS International Airport (MBS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SAGINAW APP/DEP | 120.95 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.6 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.85 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.1 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| RDO | LANSING RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | SAGINAW TWR | 120.1 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near MBS International Airport (MBS)
- Bishop International Airport (FNT) — 68.5 km (42.6 mi)
- Capital Region International Airport (LAN) — 93.4 km (58.0 mi)
- Oakland County International Airport (PTK) — 110.5 km (68.7 mi)
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) — 137.4 km (85.4 mi)
- Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport (MTC) — 143.9 km (89.4 mi)
- Jackson County Airport/Reynolds Field (JXN) — 144.9 km (90.0 mi)
- Willow Run Airport (YIP) — 150.9 km (93.8 mi)
- Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) — 152.5 km (94.8 mi)
MBS is MBS International Airport near Freeland, Michigan, serving Midland, Bay City, and Saginaw. Searchers often want to confirm which cities MBS actually serves, since the code does not match any single city name.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for MBS International Airport?
The IATA code for MBS International Airport is MBS.
What is the ICAO code for MBS International Airport?
The ICAO code for MBS International Airport is KMBS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.