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
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portage in January
Estimated hotel price
$127
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 American Airlines, British Airways and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 59m.

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 Europcar, 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 American Airlines, British Airways and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Chicago and takes around 59m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Portage

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

Airlines serving Portage

KLM
Good (1,456 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,787 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,751 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,206 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,309 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,521 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,686 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,728 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,893 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,047 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,455 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,705 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,092 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,191 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,921 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,575 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, 295 reviews)
$125+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 41 reviews)
$166+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 216 reviews)
$116+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 394 reviews)
$205+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.9, 211 reviews)
$120+
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Best Western Plus Kalamazoo Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 899 reviews)
$102+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $58 per day, on average, or $231 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. 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 $58 per day, on average, or $231 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 21% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. 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

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$50/day

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