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 November
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portage in November
Estimated hotel price
$105
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 Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Boston and takes around 5h 30m.

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 Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Portage using Amtrak or Greyhound.

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 Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Portage departs from Boston and takes around 5h 30m.

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 Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Portage using Amtrak or Greyhound.

Airports near Portage

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

Airlines serving Portage

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,140 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,172 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (962 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,270 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,139 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,696 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, 38 reviews)
$180+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 211 reviews)
$126+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 245 reviews)
$165+
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Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 394 reviews)
$206+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo-Portage
3 stars
Good (7.9, 207 reviews)
$155+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.8, 205 reviews)
$160+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $71 per day, on average, or $282 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Portage is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Ford Transit Connect Cargo or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Portage costs $71 per day, on average, or $282 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Portage is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Ford Transit Connect Cargo or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$51/day

Compact
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