Car hire at Palm Springs airport from €47/day

Kia Soul

or similar Small

4-5

€47/day

Toyota Corolla

or similar Medium

2/4

€48/day

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Medium

4-5

€54/day

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Large

4-5

€50/day

Chrysler Pacifica

or similar Van

4-5

€97/day

Nissan Pathfinder

or similar 4x4

4-5

€65/day

Nissan Maxima

or similar Luxury

4-5

€88/day

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

or similar Luxury

4-5

€76/day

Chevrolet Suburban

or similar 4x4

4-5

€116/day

Toyota RAV4

or similar 4x4

4-5

€58/day

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar 4x4

4-5

€59/day

Nissan Rogue

or similar 4x4

4-5

€62/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Booking Insights

Most popular car type
Small

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Palm Springs Airport car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Palm Springs Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Palm Springs Airport?

You should book your car hire in Palm Springs Airport around 26 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Palm Springs Airport?

Hires in the Small category (Ford Fiesta or similar) are the most popular option in Palm Springs Airport, costing €81/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as €43/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Palm Springs Airport?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Palm Springs Airport is January at an average cost of €36/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Palm Springs Airport when prices are €54/day on average, which tends to be 8% above the yearly average hire price for Palm Springs Airport.

Which car hire company in Palm Springs Airport has the most locations?

Ace, Ace Rental Cars, Advance Van Rental and Airport Van operate 1 location each in Palm Springs Airport, more than any other car hire company.

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There are several modes of ground transportation from Palm Springs Airport (PSP), but car rentals are the most advantageous. Getting a car rental at Palm Springs Airport allows you to relish convenience and flexibility as you explore this city. Public transport might be the cheapest option from the airport, but its rigid travel schedule and delay times won’t give you the best experience while visiting Palm Springs.
Most of the respected Palm Springs car rental companies have their desks in the main terminal building at the Arrivals section, with their pick-up and drop-off lots just adjacent to the terminal building. Several off-site car rental companies are convenient. All you need to do is book your rental in advance, and you can have the rental delivered to you at the airport, or their shuttle can transport you to their lots just a short distance away.
California State Route 111 (CA-111) is one of the major roads connecting PSP to downtown Palm Springs. It is also one of the busiest routes, especially during rush hours. The morning rush hour on CA-111 starts from 7 am to 10 am, while the evening rush is from 4 pm to 7 pm. Traffic is usually packed, so avoid picking up or dropping off your Palm Springs Airport car rental during these hours. Avoid the major city routes during these hours for a smoother experience while driving your Palm Springs Airport car rental.
After-hours returns are available at Palm Springs Airport car rentals. When returning your car rental during after-hours, just follow the car rental returns signs to the return lot in PSP. Park the vehicle in the lot and lock it. Make sure to clear it of all your belongings. Walk into the main terminal building and place the keys and the completed return form in the dropbox of your specific car rental provider.
Book your car hire at Palm Springs airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Which cars are offered at Palm Springs Airport car rentals?
Palm Springs Airport car rentals have all sorts of vehicles to match your budget and needs. Anything you need, they got it, from compact economy rentals to large pick-ups to do the heavy lifting. Whatever kind of adventure you have planned, the roomy SUVs offered at Palm Springs Airport car rentals will ensure the whole family experiences them. Perhaps it is luxury you seek, and you should find affordable luxury rentals with premium features, upgraded performance, and lots of space for passengers and luggage. The passenger van rentals should be ideal for friends and family reunions, while minivans are also available for smaller groups.
Can I pay for my car rental at Palm Springs Airport without a credit card?
Yes, car rentals at Palm Springs Airport accept various forms of payment. However, credit cards are the most preferred mode of payment. American Express, Discover Network, Visa, and MasterCard credit cards will be accepted at PSP car rental locations. You can also use debit cards to make your deposit, however, there are some restrictions while using debit cards. They will be accepted only when presented with a return ticket, and the renter’s name and current address must match the ones present on their driver’s license. Most debit cards with Visa and MasterCard logos will be readily accepted at PSP. Cash, money orders, and prepaid cards cannot be used to make a deposit but will be accepted when clearing balances at the end of your rental period.
What documentation do I need to get a car rental at Palm Springs Airport?
Renters looking for a car rental at Palm Springs Airport must be 21 or older with a valid driver’s license and a credit or debit card in their name. Note that learner’s permits, temporary licenses, and copies of your driver’s license will not be accepted at the rental counters at PSP. Foreign drivers will be required to produce a valid driver’s license from their country of origin, and if the license doesn’t use the Latin alphabet, an International Driving License (IDL) will be required. You can also present a notarized translation of your driver’s license in place of the IDL. Also, the IDL must be submitted alongside your driver’s license for you to get a car rental at Palms Springs Airport.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Palm Springs airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Palm Springs airport to off-airport locations include Ace, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, and Thrifty.

Budget

6.6

Okay

Read 99 reviews

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

7.0

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 1956

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:59

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Reviews

2.0 Poor

Alex, Feb 2026

Intermediate

Took 45 minutes at counter, then another 60 minutes to actually get the car itself.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Standard SUV

When I arrived in PSP the line to pick up the car was enormous. I waited in line for 30 minutes and it didn’t move. I didn’t have the time to waste on this, decided I couldn’t wait and left. Unacceptable. Took an uber instead.

2.0 Poor

Lauren, Jan 2026

Intermediate SUV

Talk lights don’t work and Budget increased the cost by over 6x when we needed to extend for one day that is insane. Will never fen from budget again.

2.0 Poor

Thijs, Jan 2026

Intermediate SUV

A lot of hidden costs. Price was significantly higher than advertised

2.0 Poor

Steve, Jan 2026

Intermediate

Waited over 2 hours in reservation line, then another 45 min to receive the car. HOW IS THIS ACCEPTABLE

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2025

People carrier

The budget counter gave our car (minivan or equivalent) away to a family of 3, when we needed it to hold 7 people. We had to wait over an hour & a half for a car & when one was ready we got. Ford Expedition. It didn’t have enough room to hold our luggage, the oil change light was on, and the front bumper was loose. Do not recommend.

Alamo

8.4

Very Good

Read 36 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

8.2

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 833 659 1910

Monday	05:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	05:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	05:30 - 23:00
Thursday	05:30 - 23:00
Friday	05:30 - 23:00
Saturday	05:30 - 23:00
Sunday	05:30 - 23:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Kris, Oct 2025

Compact SUV

Great customer service on pick up and return. Will definitely use them again!

10.0 Wonderful

Pete, May 2024

Standard SUV

Very pleasant person to get car. Liked the car a lot. The check in person in LAS was very nice

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

Dry efficient. Timely. All Good

8.0 Very Good

Skip, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

Too expensive.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Economy

Ivan checked me in upon return. He was helpful.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Luxury

Car was clean. But person at added expensive add ons without explanation. Costing me an extra $100.00!

Hertz

7.5

Good

Read 54 reviews

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.2

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 5100

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 23:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2025

Standard SUV

Had no issues with Hertz at all. Wish that the Volvo did not require re-pairing phone and navigation every time I got into it.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2025

Standard SUV

I had changed my reservation April 2nd. Cars were now half the price. They told me my reservation was now confirmed for a mid size car. $448 us. Arrived in Palm Springs, they new nothing of it, regardless of my confirmation. Ended up with the original vehicle. They have now charged me $950 us. I have a complaint in. Never again.

10.0 Wonderful

Lisa, Apr 2025

Compact SUV

All was good! Lines were short and moved quickly at Palm Springs and the staff was very nice and efficient.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Pick-up truck

Vehicle had a bad battery and had to be boosted and returned and then I was charged extra for exchanging it. They could not have done worse if they tried.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Intermediate SUV

The agent at pick up said that Kyak did not include the tax in the price and so in fact I didn’t get the best deal as it stated when I booked. So I had to pay an Extra $24 usd. That was disappointing. I won’t use Kyak again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Intermediate SUV

Took a long time to check in despite filling out all the material beforehand Car was an EV and there was nowhere to charge that wasn't broken or being used Because I couldn't recharge the car, I was charged a ridiculous amount No acknowledgement of the problem when I returned the car - guy just shrugs

Avis

6.8

Okay

Read 29 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.4

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 6300

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:59

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Reviews

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate SUV

Our preferred vehicle choice was not available but were given a complimentary upgrade at no extra charge. The drop of process was simply and easy, just pull up and hand the keys to the awaiting lot attendant,

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate

The car had 50,000 plus miles on it and the very helpful AVIS clerk said I could return it if there were any issues. It showed signs of wear but that was ok with me. When one of the tires started losing pressure after a week or so I took it back but they didn’t have any replacements. They told me to take it to a specific tire dealer to get it fixed at no cost. The tire dealer said in addition to the leak, the front tires were bald and they shouldn’t have rented it in that condition. They replaced the front tires and fixed the leak and in under an hour.. Avis paid directly so I didn’t need to put out any money. Overall it worked out fine but Avis shouldn’t have rented the car to me without ensuring the tires were safe.

2.0 Poor

Erik, Jan 2026

Premium coupe

Overbooked, had to wait.

10.0 Wonderful

Jim, Nov 2025

Full-size

The pick up at AVIS was absolutely terrible. In a small airport like Palm Springs the pick up window was under staffed. When I finally got to the window they did not have the car we had reserved. When we were assigned a car it was not available and we waited more. Finally my wife went to the AVIS desk for the privileged renters and told that lady we had been waiting almost two hours and we needed help because I am diabetic. That person got us the AVIS car we had prepaid for and within 5 minutes we were on our way. The return process was back up for some reason. I waited in the car for probably 15 minutes. Then all of a sudden everything opened up and a person checked the car in and I headed to the terminal. Overall the service we got from AVIS at the Palm Springs airport was terrible.

2.0 Poor

Joseph, Apr 2025

Full-size

Terrible. From checking in to pick up to the car itself, we had a horrible experience and will never use Avis again.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Intermediate SUV

Had to pick up at the Hertz counter. Hertz employee tried to upsell on almost everything. Curve was good no problems and return was easy.

Ace

10.0

Wonderful

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

68150 Ramon Road

+1 760 399 4227

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 23:00

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Reviews

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

Prompt shuttle, courteous friendly drivers and staff at office. Helped with luggage. Would recommend

10.0 Wonderful

Kara, May 2021

Pros:

Great staff! Very friendly. Easy check in and out.

Cons:

Can’t think of anything

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste

+1 833 659 1909

Monday	05:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	05:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	05:30 - 23:00
Thursday	05:30 - 23:00
Friday	05:30 - 23:00
Saturday	05:30 - 23:00
Sunday	05:30 - 23:00