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. 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 WestJet, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Nashville and takes around 3h 52m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck, 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 WestJet, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Nashville and takes around 3h 52m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Portage

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

Airlines serving Portage

Lufthansa
Good (8,285 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,268 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,661 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,401 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,793 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,108 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,328 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,943 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,437 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,519 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Portage

Most booked hotels in Portage

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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 268 reviews)
$141+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 48 reviews)
$149+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 393 reviews)
$214+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8, 216 reviews)
$129+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.7, 216 reviews)
$116+
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Best Western Plus Kalamazoo Suites
3 stars
Good (7.5, 957 reviews)
$98+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $73 per day, on average, or $290 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50.

Renting a car in Portage costs $73 per day, on average, or $290 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$50/day

Intermediate

Luxury

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$62/day

Luxury
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