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

Kalamazoo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kalamazoo

With a population of 74,262, Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kalamazoo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Food Dance (401 E.Michigan) and Old Burdicks Bar and Grill (100 W. Michigan Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo in January
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kalamazoo in January
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kalamazoo in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °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 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kalamazoo, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Kalamazoo

Plane

When flying to Kalamazoo, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalamazoo include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Kalamazoo departs from Portland and takes around 8h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kalamazoo. The train station in Kalamazoo is called Kalamazoo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Kalamazoo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 108 miles from Kalamazoo. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Kalamazoo.

Plane

When flying to Kalamazoo, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalamazoo include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Kalamazoo departs from Portland and takes around 8h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kalamazoo. The train station in Kalamazoo is called Kalamazoo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Kalamazoo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 108 miles from Kalamazoo. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Kalamazoo.

Airports near Kalamazoo

FWAFort Wayne
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Kalamazoo

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,105 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,827 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,847 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,593 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,419 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,368 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,154 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,270 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (899 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,807 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,105 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,511 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,719 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kalamazoo

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Kalamazoo and Candlewood Suites Kalamazoo.

Most popular hotel in Kalamazoo by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Kalamazoo

Most booked hotels in Kalamazoo

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 197 reviews)
$129+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 37 reviews)
$176+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 238 reviews)
$163+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo-Portage
3 stars
Good (7.8, 205 reviews)
$146+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kalamazoo Portage
3 stars
Good (7.6, 204 reviews)
$144+
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Portage Inn & Suites
3 stars
Okay (5.2, 516 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Kalamazoo

Renting a car in Kalamazoo costs $71 per day, on average, or $213 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Kalamazoo.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Kalamazoo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Kalamazoo is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kalamazoo costs $71 per day, on average, or $213 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Kalamazoo.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Kalamazoo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Kalamazoo is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$54/day

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