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Where to stay
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Portsmouth travel guide

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With a population of 20,226, Portsmouth is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Portsmouth to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Portsmouth

Portsmouth in March
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portsmouth in March
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Portsmouth in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Portsmouth, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Portsmouth

Plane

Although Portsmouth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charleston Yeager (CRW), which is located 80 miles from Portsmouth. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Portsmouth departs from Orlando and takes around 4h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Portsmouth is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 183 miles from Portsmouth. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Indianapolis.

Plane

Although Portsmouth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charleston Yeager (CRW), which is located 80 miles from Portsmouth. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Portsmouth departs from Orlando and takes around 4h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Portsmouth is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 183 miles from Portsmouth. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Indianapolis.

Airports near Portsmouth

CVGCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
CRWCharleston Yeager
CMHColumbus

Airlines serving Portsmouth

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 Portsmouth

Most booked hotels in Portsmouth

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Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 122 reviews)
$132+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.5, 121 reviews)
$98+
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Holiday Inn Portsmouth Downtown
3 stars
Good (7.3, 151 reviews)
$155+
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Shawnee Lodge & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7, 109 reviews)
$156+
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Quality Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (6.7, 235 reviews)
$62+
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Red Roof Inn Portsmouth - Wheelersburg
2 stars
Good (6.6, 199 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Portsmouth

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Portsmouth (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 Portsmouth is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Portsmouth (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 Portsmouth is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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