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

Middletown travel guide

Middletown Tourism | Middletown Guide

You're Going to Love Middletown

With a population of 47,648, Middletown is a must-see destination in Connecticut, 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 Middletown has to offer.

Where to Eat in Middletown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Osa (500 Main St) and Red Fox Restaurant (218 Smith St) are great picks.

When to visit Middletown

Middletown in March
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Middletown in March
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Middletown

Plane

Although Middletown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 24 miles from Middletown. Tweed-New Haven is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, JetBlue, Azul and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Middletown.

Car

Another option to get to Middletown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 89 miles from Middletown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Plane

Although Middletown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 24 miles from Middletown. Tweed-New Haven is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, JetBlue, Azul and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Middletown.

Car

Another option to get to Middletown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 89 miles from Middletown. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Airports near Middletown

HVNTweed-New Haven
HPNWhite Plains Westchester County
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Middletown

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,508 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,539 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,334 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,481 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,893 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,031 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,629 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,556 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (333 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Middletown

Most booked hotels in Middletown

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 218 reviews)
$108+
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Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 216 reviews)
$143+
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Inn at Middletown
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 232 reviews)
$136+
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Best Western Plus New England Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8, 678 reviews)
$76+
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Passport Inn and Suites - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.7, 293 reviews)
$112+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Berlin Meriden
2 stars
Good (6.5, 571 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Middletown

Renting a car in Middletown costs $45 per day, on average, or $134 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Middletown.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Middletown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Middletown is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Middletown costs $45 per day, on average, or $134 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Middletown.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Middletown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Middletown is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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