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

Kettering travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kettering

With a population of 56,163, Kettering is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kettering has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kettering

If you’re looking for affordable options, Roost American (580 Lincoln Park Blvd) and SKY Asian Cuisine and Lounge (4090 Wilmington Pike) are great picks.

When to visit Kettering

Kettering in February
Estimated hotel price
$65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kettering in February
Estimated hotel price
$65
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kettering

Plane

When flying to Kettering, you’ll arrive at Dayton (DAY), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kettering include American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kettering departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Kettering is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 192 miles from Kettering. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kettering using FlixBus or Greyhound.

Plane

When flying to Kettering, you’ll arrive at Dayton (DAY), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kettering include American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kettering departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Kettering is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 192 miles from Kettering. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kettering using FlixBus or Greyhound.

Airports near Kettering

CVGCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
DAYDayton
CMHColumbus

Airlines serving Kettering

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (855 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kettering

Most booked hotels in Kettering

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Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1050 reviews)
$129+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Dayton Huber Heights Northeast
2 stars
Good (6.2, 687 reviews)
$76+
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Baymont by Wyndham Dayton North
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 924 reviews)
$60+
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Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Dayton
3 stars
Okay (5.2, 742 reviews)
$66+
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Red Roof Inn Dayton North Airport
2 stars
Okay (4.8, 937 reviews)
$70+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dayton North
2 stars
Okay (4.4, 597 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in Kettering

Renting a car in Kettering costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Dayton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kettering (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. The most frequently booked car type in Kettering is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kettering costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Dayton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kettering (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. The most frequently booked car type in Kettering is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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