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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Flint travel guide

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You're Going to Love Flint

With a population of 102,434, Flint 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 Flint has to offer.

Where to Eat in Flint

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sauce Italian American Kitchen (352 S. Saginaw St.) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Flint (3192 S Linden Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Flint

Flint in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Flint in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Flint in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Flint, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Flint

Plane

When flying to Flint, you’ll arrive at Flint Bishop (FNT), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Flint include Allegiant Air, American Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Flint departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Flint. The train station in Flint is called Flint, and is located 1.8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Flint is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 57 miles from Flint. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

When flying to Flint, you’ll arrive at Flint Bishop (FNT), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Flint include Allegiant Air, American Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Flint departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Flint. The train station in Flint is called Flint, and is located 1.8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Flint is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 57 miles from Flint. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Flint

LANLansing Capital City
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Flint

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,553 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,495 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,035 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,777 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,000 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,404 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,241 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,052 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
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Where to stay in Flint

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn and Suites Flint/Grand Blanc and Holiday Inn Express Flint-Campus Area By IHG.

Most popular hotel in Flint by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Flint

Most booked hotels in Flint

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Hilton Garden Inn Flint Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 205 reviews)
$137+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Flint Grand Blanc
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 176 reviews)
$132+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Blanc Flint
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 151 reviews)
$140+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Grand Blanc/Flint
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 668 reviews)
$91+
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Holiday Inn Express Flint-Campus Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 899 reviews)
$76+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Blanc By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.2, 276 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Flint

Renting a car in Flint costs $59 per day, on average, or $235 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Hertz, Budget and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Flint is the Budget branch at 3425 West Bristol Road, which is 4 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Flint Bishop.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Flint (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Flint, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Flint costs $59 per day, on average, or $235 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Hertz, Budget and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Flint is the Budget branch at 3425 West Bristol Road, which is 4 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Flint Bishop.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Flint (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Flint, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Flint

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

Full-size

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$39/day

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