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 3 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 4 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Portage include WestJet, Delta and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 173 km 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 4 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Portage include WestJet, Delta and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Portage is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 173 km 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 (8,167 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,551 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,135 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,494 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,631 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,057 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,639 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,414 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,740 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,746 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,470 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,967 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,683 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,888 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,288 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,223 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Portage

Most booked hotels in Portage

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 253 reviews)
$101+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 216 reviews)
$110+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 47 reviews)
$159+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 393 reviews)
$209+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.7, 217 reviews)
$131+
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Best Western Plus Kalamazoo Suites
3 stars
Good (7.5, 935 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 48% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Portage is Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Portage costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 48% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Portage is Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$54/day

Intermediate
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