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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Houghton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Houghton

With a population of 7.708, Houghton is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Houghton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Houghton

Houghton in May
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Houghton in May
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Houghton in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °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 Houghton, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.

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How to Get to Houghton

Plane

When flying to Houghton, you’ll arrive at Hancock Houghton County (CMX), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Houghton departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 29m.

Plane

When flying to Houghton, you’ll arrive at Hancock Houghton County (CMX), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Houghton departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 29m.

Airports near Houghton

MQTMarquette Sawyer Intl
IMTIron Mountain Ford
CMXHancock Houghton County

Airlines serving Houghton

Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,359 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,164 reviews)
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Where to stay in Houghton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Houghton-Keweenaw By IHG and Super 8 by Wyndham Houghton.

Where to stay in popular areas of Houghton

Most booked hotels in Houghton

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Houghton, MI
3 stars
Excellent (9, 472 reviews)
$177+
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Keweenaw Waters Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 76 reviews)
$128+
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Holiday Inn Express Houghton-Keweenaw By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 256 reviews)
$178+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Houghton
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 298 reviews)
$197+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Houghton
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 196 reviews)
$137+
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Ramada by Wyndham Hancock Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 433 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Houghton

Renting a car in Houghton costs $85 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

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 Hancock Houghton County.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Houghton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

Renting a car in Houghton costs $85 per day, on average, or $171 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

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 Hancock Houghton County.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Houghton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

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