Midland travel guide

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You're Going to Love Midland

With a population of 41,863, Midland is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Midland deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Midland

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gratzi Midland (120 E Main St) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Midland (6728 Eastman Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Midland

Midland in January
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel
Midland in January
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Midland in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Midland, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Midland

Plane

When flying to Midland, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 16 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Midland include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Midland departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Midland is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 172 km from Midland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

When flying to Midland, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 16 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Midland include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Midland departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 54m.

Car

Another option to get to Midland is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 172 km from Midland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Airlines serving Midland

Lufthansa
Good (4,675 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,596 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,990 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,009 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,755 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (740 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (960 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (809 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (785 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (551 reviews)
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Where to stay in Midland

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn Midland and Hampton Inn Midland.

Where to stay in popular areas of Midland

Most booked hotels in Midland

Holiday Inn Midland
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 482 reviews)
$162+
Springhill Suites Midland
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 189 reviews)
$170+
Hampton Inn Midland
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 127 reviews)
$167+
The H Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 7 reviews)
$278+
Baymont by Wyndham Midland
2 stars
Excellent (8, 344 reviews)
$121+
Sleep Inn Midland
2 stars
Good (7.1, 196 reviews)
$119+

Renting a car in Midland

Renting a car in Midland costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

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

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Midland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Midland, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Midland costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

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

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Midland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Midland, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.