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 British Airways, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Boston and takes around 5h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage. The train journey from Portage to Chicago takes 2h 27m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $466 for a 43h 39m trip.

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 Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Portage using Greyhound or FlixBus.

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 British Airways, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Boston and takes around 5h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage. The train journey from Portage to Chicago takes 2h 27m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $466 for a 43h 39m trip.

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 Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Portage using Greyhound or FlixBus.

Airports near Portage

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

Airlines serving Portage

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,813 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,317 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,462 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,835 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,098 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,020 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,482 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,748 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,561 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 (8.6, 295 reviews)
$133+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 239 reviews)
$112+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 252 reviews)
$154+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 216 reviews)
$113+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 397 reviews)
$202+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 41 reviews)
$141+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $72 per day, on average, or $287 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, 3% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. Mini (Ford Transit Connect Cargo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portage, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Portage costs $72 per day, on average, or $287 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, 3% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. Mini (Ford Transit Connect Cargo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portage, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$54/day

Intermediate

Luxury

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$76/day

Luxury
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