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 4 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, Air New Zealand and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Flint departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 21m.

Train

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 Dollar and Turo, 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, Air New Zealand and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Flint departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 21m.

Train

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 Dollar and Turo, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Flint

Airlines serving Flint

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,144 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,894 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Flint Grand Blanc
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 174 reviews)
$143+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Blanc Flint
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 150 reviews)
$139+
Hilton Garden Inn Flint Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 205 reviews)
$123+
Comfort Inn and Suites Grand Blanc - Flint
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 662 reviews)
$118+
Holiday Inn Express Flint-Campus Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 867 reviews)
$85+
Best Western Plus Flint Airport Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.5, 1019 reviews)
$92+

Renting a car in Flint

Renting a car in Flint costs $61 per day, on average, or $244 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, 3% more expensive than at Flint Bishop.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Flint is Intermediate (Tesla Model 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Flint costs $61 per day, on average, or $244 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, 3% more expensive than at Flint Bishop.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Flint is Intermediate (Tesla Model 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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