Kalamazoo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kalamazoo

With a population of 74,262, Kalamazoo is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kalamazoo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kalamazoo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Food Dance (401 E.Michigan) and Cosmos Cucina (804 W Vine Street) are great picks.

When to visit Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo in January
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kalamazoo in January
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kalamazoo in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kalamazoo, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Kalamazoo

Plane

When flying to Kalamazoo, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalamazoo include Air France, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Kalamazoo departs from Orlando and takes around 4h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kalamazoo. The train station in Kalamazoo is called Kalamazoo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Kalamazoo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 108 miles from Kalamazoo. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Kalamazoo, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalamazoo include Air France, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Kalamazoo departs from Orlando and takes around 4h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kalamazoo. The train station in Kalamazoo is called Kalamazoo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Kalamazoo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 108 miles from Kalamazoo. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Airlines serving Kalamazoo

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,352 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (477 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kalamazoo

Most booked hotels in Kalamazoo

Staybridge Suites Kalamazoo
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 176 reviews)
$154+
Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 268 reviews)
$178+
Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.5, 107 reviews)
$139+
Homewood Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo-Portage
3 stars
Good (7.2, 84 reviews)
$132+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kalamazoo, MI
3 stars
Okay (5.8, 370 reviews)
$79+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kalamazoo
2 stars
Okay (4.9, 476 reviews)
$72+

Renting a car in Kalamazoo

Renting a car in Kalamazoo costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kalamazoo is the Hertz branch at 5239 Portage Rd Office P, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kalamazoo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Kalamazoo is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Honda Fit or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kalamazoo costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kalamazoo is the Hertz branch at 5239 Portage Rd Office P, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Kalamazoo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Kalamazoo is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Honda Fit or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.