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

Saginaw travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saginaw

With a population of 51,508, Saginaw 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saginaw has to offer.

When to visit Saginaw

Saginaw in January
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saginaw in January
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Saginaw in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °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 September, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Saginaw, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Saginaw

Plane

When flying to Saginaw, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Saginaw include WestJet, Delta and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Saginaw departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Saginaw is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 141 km from Saginaw. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Saginaw’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Saginaw, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Saginaw include WestJet, Delta and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Saginaw departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Saginaw is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 141 km from Saginaw. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Saginaw’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Saginaw

GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Saginaw

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,679 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,643 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,062 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,457 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,352 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,122 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,163 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,633 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (376 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saginaw

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saginaw By IHG and Comfort Suites Saginaw North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saginaw

Most booked hotels in Saginaw

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 418 reviews)
$115+
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Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1301 reviews)
$58+
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Knights Inn Bridgeport Frankenmuth
2 stars
Good (7.4, 646 reviews)
$54+
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Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (10, 1 review)
$1,104+
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Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw
3 stars
Good (6.8, 442 reviews)
$93+
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Ramada by Wyndham Saginaw Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Good (6.2, 802 reviews)
$60+
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Renting a car in Saginaw

Renting a car in Saginaw costs $54 per day, on average, or $163 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Saginaw.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Saginaw (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. The most frequently booked car type in Saginaw is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saginaw costs $54 per day, on average, or $163 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 29% cheaper than airport locations in Saginaw.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Saginaw (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. The most frequently booked car type in Saginaw is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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