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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Pontiac travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pontiac

With a population of 59,515, Pontiac 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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pontiac has to offer.

Where to Eat in Pontiac

If you’re looking for affordable options, Slows Bar Bq Pontiac (8 North Saginaw Street) and Dogwoods Kitchen and Bar (1101 Walton Blvd. suite 110) are great picks.

When to visit Pontiac

Pontiac in November
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pontiac in November
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pontiac 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 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Pontiac, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Pontiac

Plane

Although Pontiac doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 25 miles from Pontiac. The shortest domestic flight to Pontiac departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pontiac. The train station in Pontiac is called Pontiac, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Pontiac is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 24 miles from Pontiac. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pontiac, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Toronto, the bus ride to Pontiac takes 315 miles and will cost you around $40. From Cincinnati, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 325 miles.

Plane

Although Pontiac doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 25 miles from Pontiac. The shortest domestic flight to Pontiac departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pontiac. The train station in Pontiac is called Pontiac, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Pontiac is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 24 miles from Pontiac. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pontiac, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Toronto, the bus ride to Pontiac takes 315 miles and will cost you around $40. From Cincinnati, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 325 miles.

Airports near Pontiac

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FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Pontiac

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,248 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,970 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Pontiac

Most booked hotels in Pontiac

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Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 399 reviews)
$153+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn Hills
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 166 reviews)
$120+
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Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 230 reviews)
$114+
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Hampton Inn Detroit/Auburn Hills South
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 372 reviews)
$129+
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Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn Hills
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 356 reviews)
$113+
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The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a Doubletree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 335 reviews)
$157+
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Renting a car in Pontiac

Renting a car in Pontiac costs $66 per day, on average, or $328 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Pontiac.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pontiac (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 Pontiac is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Pontiac costs $66 per day, on average, or $328 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Pontiac.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pontiac (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 Pontiac is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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