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 Chicago and takes around 1h 03m.

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 107 miles 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 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 Chicago and takes around 1h 03m.

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 107 miles 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 (1,479 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,874 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,834 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,358 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,160 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,556 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,514 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,549 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,863 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,375 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,140 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,493 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,010 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,157 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,753 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,203 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,557 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, 298 reviews)
$126+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 41 reviews)
$141+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 244 reviews)
$112+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 253 reviews)
$153+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 217 reviews)
$115+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 398 reviews)
$202+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $61 per day, on average, or $243 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 22% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

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 $61 per day, on average, or $243 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 22% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

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

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$59/day

Intermediate
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