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

Lake Leelanau travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Leelanau

With a population of 253, Lake Leelanau is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake Leelanau to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lake Leelanau

Lake Leelanau in September
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Leelanau in September
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lake Leelanau

Plane

Although Lake Leelanau doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), which is located 18 miles from Lake Leelanau. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Leelanau departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Leelanau is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 173 miles from Lake Leelanau. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Milwaukee.

Plane

Although Lake Leelanau doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC), which is located 18 miles from Lake Leelanau. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Leelanau departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Leelanau is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 173 miles from Lake Leelanau. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Milwaukee.

Airports near Lake Leelanau

TVCTraverse City Cherry Capital
PLNPellston Emmet County
ESCEscanaba Delta County Arpt

Airlines serving Lake Leelanau

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Leelanau

Most booked hotels in Lake Leelanau

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Fountain Point
2 stars
Excellent (9.6, 27 reviews)
$80+
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Leland Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 11 reviews)
$148+
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Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$212+
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Renting a car in Lake Leelanau

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lake Leelanau (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Lake Leelanau (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.

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