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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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 45m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck, 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 45m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Portage

FWAFort Wayne
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Portage

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,239 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,462 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,024 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,861 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,140 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,339 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,965 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,511 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,423 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,878 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 (8.5, 275 reviews)
$108+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 48 reviews)
$149+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 395 reviews)
$209+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8, 216 reviews)
$130+
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Sleep Inn & Suites Kalamazoo Southwest
2 stars
Good (7.8, 568 reviews)
$89+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.7, 216 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $67 per day, on average, or $200 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89.

Renting a car in Portage costs $67 per day, on average, or $200 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$52/day

Intermediate

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

Economy
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