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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Sterling Heights travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sterling Heights

With a population of 129,699, Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights has to offer.

Where to Eat in Sterling Heights

If you’re looking for affordable options, Andiamo Italian Bistro - Sterling Heights (14425 Lakeside Circle) and bd's Mongolian Grill - Sterling Heights (13150 Hall Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Sterling Heights

Sterling Heights in January
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sterling Heights in January
Estimated hotel price
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sterling Heights

Plane

Although Sterling Heights doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 17 miles from Sterling Heights. The shortest domestic flight to Sterling Heights departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sterling Heights. The train journey from Sterling Heights to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sterling Heights is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 17 miles from Sterling Heights. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sterling Heights, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Sterling Heights takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Plane

Although Sterling Heights doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 17 miles from Sterling Heights. The shortest domestic flight to Sterling Heights departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sterling Heights. The train journey from Sterling Heights to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sterling Heights is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 17 miles from Sterling Heights. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sterling Heights, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Sterling Heights takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Airports near Sterling Heights

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FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Sterling Heights

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 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 (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sterling Heights

Most booked hotels in Sterling Heights

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Holiday Inn Express Detroit-Warren, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 675 reviews)
$108+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling Heights-Detroit Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 355 reviews)
$136+
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Staybridge Suites Detroit-Utica
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 340 reviews)
$110+
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Comfort Inn Utica
2 stars
Good (7.9, 441 reviews)
$71+
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Tru By Hilton Sterling Heights Detroit
2 stars
Good (7.8, 463 reviews)
$111+
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Woodspring Suites Detroit Sterling Heights
2 stars
Good (7.8, 131 reviews)
$80+
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Renting a car in Sterling Heights

Renting a car in Sterling Heights costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sterling Heights (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 Sterling Heights is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sterling Heights costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sterling Heights (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 Sterling Heights is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Sterling Heights

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

Economy

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$44/day

Full-size
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