Flint travel guide

Flint Tourism | Flint Guide

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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Flint has to offer.

Where to Eat in Flint

If you’re looking for affordable options, Xolo Flint Igloos (555 S Saginaw St) and Redwood Steakhouse & Brewery (5304 Gateway Ctr) 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 New York and takes around 1h 39m.

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 Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes 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 New York and takes around 1h 39m.

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 Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Flint.

Airports near Flint

Airlines serving Flint

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 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 Airport Inn Flint.

Most popular hotel in Flint by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Flint

Most booked hotels in Flint

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Flint Grand Blanc
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 171 reviews)
$143+
Hilton Garden Inn Flint Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 193 reviews)
$131+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Blanc Flint
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 148 reviews)
$159+
Holiday Inn Express Flint-Campus Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 825 reviews)
$87+
Comfort Inn & Suites Grand Blanc/Flint
2 stars
Excellent (8, 652 reviews)
$117+
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Blanc By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.6, 258 reviews)
$118+

Renting a car in Flint

Renting a car in Flint costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 3 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.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Flint.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Flint, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Flint costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 3 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.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Flint.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Flint, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

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