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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mount Pleasant travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mount Pleasant

With a population of 26,016, Mount Pleasant is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mount Pleasant to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant in April
Estimated hotel price
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mount Pleasant in April
Estimated hotel price
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mount Pleasant in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °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 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mount Pleasant, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Mount Pleasant

Plane

Although Mount Pleasant doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 62 miles from Mount Pleasant. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 188 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Mount Pleasant doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gerald R. Ford Airport (GRR), which is located 62 miles from Mount Pleasant. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mount Pleasant departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Mount Pleasant is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 188 miles from Mount Pleasant. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Mount Pleasant

TVCTraverse City Cherry Capital
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Mount Pleasant

Lufthansa
Good (8,206 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,562 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,184 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,481 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,517 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,735 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,112 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,959 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,515 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,508 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,039 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,834 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,990 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,908 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,300 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mount Pleasant

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant and Baymont by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mount Pleasant

Most booked hotels in Mount Pleasant

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Courtyard by Marriott Mt. Pleasant at Central Michigan University
3 stars
Excellent (9, 605 reviews)
$121+
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Baymont by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 887 reviews)
$87+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Mt. Pleasant
3 stars
Excellent (8, 384 reviews)
$99+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mt Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7.4, 372 reviews)
$81+
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Quality Inn Mount Pleasant
2 stars
Good (7.1, 1371 reviews)
$69+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Mt. Pleasant
2 stars
Good (6.9, 1254 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Mount Pleasant

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $66 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Mount Pleasant.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Mount Pleasant, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Mount Pleasant costs $66 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Mount Pleasant.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Mount Pleasant (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Mount Pleasant, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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