Car Rental - Flint - Bishop International Airport (fnt)

Arrange car rental at Bishop International Airport (FNT) to discover Flint, the seat of Genesee County. Head an hour south and experience the excitement of Detroit. The Wolverine state capital Lansing is also waiting for you.

Venture further afield and explore the famous university city of Ann Arbor. There is a lot to explore around the Great Lakes as well as on the state’s twin peninsulas. Discover beautiful beaches, breathtaking landscapes, and many things to see and do.

Whether traveling for business or leisure, Hertz has the perfect rental car at FNT for you. Choose from our extensive collection of rental cars at Bishop International Airport. We have compact cars, convertibles, and comfortable SUVs for touring the Great Lakes.

Book car rental at Bishop International Airport and enjoy a Michigan adventure.

Parking In Flint

Want to visit Flint after collecting your rental car from Bishop International Airport? Knowing where to park in advance can take away travel headaches. Here are some great parking options in the city:

• Downtown Flat Lot (48502) is a metered parking on 125 E Kearsley Street. It’s close to several eateries, the Capitol Theater, and the Farmers’ Market in downtown Flint.
• Riverfront Parking Garage (48502) offers partially covered parking. It's in the Grand Traverse District of Flint with more than 500 spaces.
• James W. Rutherford Parking Structure (48502) is next to the University of Michigan Flint. It has over 300 spaces, including accessible ones.

Key Roads In Flint

Pick up your rental car at Bishop International Airport, and you can get straight out on the road. Some of the key routes around the city include:

• Interstate 69 (I-69) connects Flint with Lansing to the southwest. It heads toward Port Huron to the east.
• Interstate 475 (I-475) runs north and south through Flint. The I-475 is a connecting route to I-75, which travels north to Saginaw and south to Detroit.
• State Route 54 (M-54) runs north-south through the eastern side of the city. It's also known as the Dort Highway after Josiah Dallas Dort. It also connects to I-75.

How to get from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Downtown Flint

It takes less than 20 minutes to reach downtown Flint once you collect your rental car from Bishop International Airport.

1. Leave the airport on I-69 via West Bristol Road.
2. Follow I-69 for two miles to West Ninth Street in Flint.
3. Take Exit 136 and turn left onto Church Street.
4. Continue along West Fifth Street and continue to arrive in the heart of downtown Flint.

How to get from Bishop International Airport to Lansing

Rent a car from Bishop International Airport, and Lansing is about an hour’s drive away. The state capital couldn’t be easier to reach. Head for I-69 West and take Exit 6 from I-496 West. Head for Walnut/Pine Street and follow this route to arrive in Lansing.

Best Hotels In Flint

Hilton Garden Inn

110 W. Kearsley Street, MI, 48502

This Downtown hotel is five miles from Hertz car rental at Bishop International Airport. Hilton Garden Inn puts you right in the heart of Flint. Take advantage of its prime location to explore the Sloan Museum and the Flint Institute of Arts.

Baymont by Wyndham

4160 Pier North Boulevard, MI, 48504

Renovated in 2019, Baymont by Wyndham offers everything you could want from a hotel. It's just outside Downtown and easy to reach via I-75 in your FNT rental car. Baymont has a gym, an indoor pool, and a soothing hot tub for a relaxing evening after exploring the city. Plus, it’s pet-friendly.

Fairfield Inn & Suites, Flint Grand Blanc

9044 Holly Road, MI, 48439

You can choose from a guest room or a suite when you stay at this hotel in the Grand Blanc area. It offers several amenities, including a heated pool and a well-equipped gym. Breakfast is included at no extra cost – whether you want it continental, hot, or to grab and go.

Best Restaurants In Flint

501 Bar & Grill

500 S. Saginaw Street, MI, 48502

Head to 501 Bar & Grill in Downtown to enjoy an eclectic menu that includes jalapeno catfish and yakisoba. It’s also great if all you want to eat is a small plate or two to share. Dishes like fried green tomatoes and gravy fries are always on the menu.

Blackstone’s Smokehouse

513 Saginaw Street, MI, 48502

Blackstone’s Smokehouse in downtown Flint promises some of the tastiest barbecue food in Michigan. Visit at weekends for a live music experience, too. Enjoy smoked beef and Michigan salad in a welcoming and comfortable setting.

Olive Garden

3699 Miller Road, MI, 48507

If Italian food’s your thing, then Olive Garden is the place for you. Creamy Alfredo pasta dishes are a house specialty, but there’s plenty more to enjoy, too, from soups to salads and more. You can even create your own pasta dish with your choice of topping and sauce.

Best Things To Do In Flint

Stepping Stone Falls

5161 Branch Road, MI, 48506

You’re never closer to nature than when you visit the scenic and tranquil Stepping Stone Falls. It’s where the Flint River flows into Mott Lake. Park your holiday rental car from Bishop International Airport and explore on foot. Great for walking, relaxing, and a little fishing for bluegill and bass, too.

Flint Institute of Arts

1120 E. Kearsley Street, MI, 48503

The Flint Institute of Arts is the second-largest art museum in Michigan. Discover collections of paintings, sculptures, and even ceramics from all over the world. It’s also home to temporary exhibitions as well as frequent screenings of independent movies.

Longway Planetarium

4190 E. Court Street, MI, 48509

Explore the mysteries of the universe at this part of the city’s Sloan Museum complex. Longway Planetarium is the most advanced planetarium facility in Michigan. As well as enjoying guides to the stars, you can watch several informative and educational films about the world around us. It’s a good idea to book online in advance.

Excited to embark on your adventure through Michigan? Book a rental car from Bishop International Airport and explore Flint and beyond.