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 4 km 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 Austin and takes around 5h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage. The train journey from Portage to Chicago takes 2h 08m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $159 for a 28h 25m trip.

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 American Airlines, British Airways and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Austin and takes around 5h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Portage. The train journey from Portage to Chicago takes 2h 08m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $159 for a 28h 25m trip.

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

KLM
Good (1,448 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,761 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,716 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,147 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,104 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,503 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,677 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,688 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,839 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,052 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,086 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,697 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,445 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,918 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,580 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 (8.9, 41 reviews)
$140+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 216 reviews)
$115+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 394 reviews)
$205+
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Avid Hotel Kalamazoo East By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 340 reviews)
$97+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.8, 212 reviews)
$123+
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Best Western Plus Kalamazoo Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 899 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $63 per day, on average, or $253 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 9% 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 $63 per day, on average, or $253 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 9% 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

Economy

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$54/day

Intermediate SUV
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