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 4 km 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 Chicago and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage.

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 British Airways, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage.

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

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,244 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,366 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,535 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,757 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,968 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,041 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,464 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,105 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,195 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,925 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,717 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,573 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Portage

Most booked hotels in Portage

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 41 reviews)
$151+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 239 reviews)
$132+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 216 reviews)
$115+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 394 reviews)
$200+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.7, 210 reviews)
$120+
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Clarion Inn I-94 near Expo Center
3 stars
Good (6.1, 743 reviews)
$56+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $48 per day, on average, or $192 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. 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 $48 per day, on average, or $192 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. 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

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$49/day

Intermediate
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