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 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 Chicago and takes around 3h 58m.

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 Chicago and takes around 3h 58m.

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 (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,526 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,008 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,763 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,801 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,096 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,429 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,929 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,588 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,920 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,829 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,217 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,501 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 (9, 44 reviews)
$159+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 244 reviews)
$106+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 253 reviews)
$138+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton - Kalamazoo/Portage, MI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 217 reviews)
$115+
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Best Western Plus Kalamazoo Suites
3 stars
Good (7.6, 925 reviews)
$99+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.6, 215 reviews)
$126+
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Renting a car in Portage

Renting a car in Portage costs $67 per day, on average, or $201 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 19% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.

Renting a car in Portage costs $67 per day, on average, or $201 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 19% cheaper than airport locations in Portage.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.

Best car rental deals in Portage

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$53/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$54/day

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