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 Delta, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Boston and takes around 3h 41m.

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 Delta, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Boston and takes around 3h 41m.

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 (8,229 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,579 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,214 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,640 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,937 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,464 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,315 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,985 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,914 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,600 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,220 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,767 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 (8.8, 48 reviews)
$152+
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Avid Hotel Kalamazoo East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 446 reviews)
$104+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 217 reviews)
$130+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 392 reviews)
$223+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.6, 216 reviews)
$124+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Kalamazoo Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.4, 324 reviews)
$83+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $71 per day, on average, or $213 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 6% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.50 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 $54.06 and $72.07.

Renting a car in Portage costs $71 per day, on average, or $213 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 6% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.50 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 $54.06 and $72.07.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$50/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$50/day

Intermediate
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