The Florida Keys Marathon Airport: Come Fly to the Heart of the Keys

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MARATHON, Fla. -- Visitors from around the world are beginning to understand what private plane owners and corporate executives have known for years. The small tropical city of Marathon is a spectacular destination and an easy jumping off point to the entire Florida Keys island chain.

The airport boasts a $9 million terminal complete with ample parking, a passenger lounge, car rental agencies, taxi stands and shuttle buses. The airport is located at the mid-point of the Keys, which means nothing is farther away than a 1 1/2 hour drive. And of course, visitors can reach Marathon's accommodations, attractions, cultural venues, fishing fleets and dive-snorkel boats in minutes.

Several charter services also serve Marathon. The facility is as popular as ever for general aviation enthusiasts and corporate jet owners who use the 24-hour, self-service fuel and tie-down space. New hangars for private planes have been built and more are on the way.