Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Portage travel guide

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You're Going to Love Portage

With a population of 46,292, Portage is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Portage has to offer.

When to visit Portage

Portage in January
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portage in January
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Portage

Plane

When flying to Portage, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Portage include American Airlines, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 107 miles from Portage. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Portage, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Portage include American Airlines, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 107 miles from Portage. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Portage

FWAFort Wayne
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Portage

Lufthansa
Good (7,935 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,896 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,427 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,185 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,577 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,610 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,943 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,265 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,519 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,183 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,983 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,786 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,212 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,541 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Portage

Most booked hotels in Portage

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Staybridge Suites Kalamazoo By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 299 reviews)
$136+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (9, 44 reviews)
$151+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 244 reviews)
$103+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 217 reviews)
$116+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 253 reviews)
$146+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 398 reviews)
$184+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $66 per day, on average, or $263 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Portage (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Renting a car in Portage costs $66 per day, on average, or $263 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Portage (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$48/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$50/day

Full-size
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