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 American Airlines. 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 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 American Airlines. 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 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 (8,092 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,068 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,430 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,879 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,594 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,251 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,566 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,867 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,942 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,486 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,622 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,251 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,849 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 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, 253 reviews)
$142+
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Avid Hotel Kalamazoo East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 372 reviews)
$104+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 44 reviews)
$155+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 216 reviews)
$122+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo
2 stars
Good (7.9, 164 reviews)
$119+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.6, 215 reviews)
$126+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $68 per day, on average, or $205 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 16% 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 $68 per day, on average, or $205 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 16% 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

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$50/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$54/day

Intermediate
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