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Cheap car hire at Raleigh-Durham Airport
| Compact | €39/day |
| Intermediate | €37/day |
| Standard | €37/day |
| Full-size | €37/day |
| Full-size SUV | €69/day |
| Luxury | €59/day |
| Compact SUV | €48/day |
| Intermediate SUV | €58/day |
| Standard SUV | €72/day |
Top tips for hiring a car at Raleigh-Durham Airport
- If you get a Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) car rental for road trips or long-distance journeys, it would be helpful to have another driver share the driving with you. Most car rental providers at Raleigh-Durham impose an extra charge to register an additional driver. However, other on-site car rental agencies provide free additional drivers registration for renters' spouses and immediate family members. Nevertheless, additional drivers must meet similar rental requirements as the primary renter, including age and driver's license requirements.
- Although public transit is available from the airport, consider getting a car rental at Raleigh-Durham Airport. Traveling on public transportation can be frustrating and inconvenient, considering the rigid schedule and delays. With a Raleigh-Durham car rental, you have the flexibility to explore the region at your convenience and explore hidden gems in the city. It's a great way to avoid the regular tourist traps, enabling you to feel and live like a local and discover locations that pique your interest. The airport features various rental providers offering you diverse options to choose from.
- When dropping off your car rental at Raleigh-Durham Airport, plan your route and allow enough time for the journey. It will save you the additional charges you may incur for late returns. If your rental provider operates on a full-to-full fuel policy, fill up your gas tank at gas stations near the airport. Once you park at the drop-off area, take photos of the car, including the fuel indicator, to avoid unexpected additional charges.
- Picking up or dropping off your car rental at Raleigh-Durham Airport is not easy during peak time. You will have to deal with heavy traffic congestion during the peak hours, especially on both ends of the I-40, the main highway connecting the airport to Raleigh and Durham city centers. The rush hour on this highway starts in the morning when people are headed to work. Also, there is heavy traffic in the evening when people are commuting home.
- 25% of our users found a car hire at Raleigh-Durham Airport for €44 or less
- Book your car hire at Raleigh-Durham Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about hiring a car at Raleigh-Durham Airport
What documentation will I need to get a car rental at RDU?
To get a rental at RDU, you must be at least 21 years old. However, standard renters are considered to be as from 25, and surcharges may apply for younger drivers. You will need to present a valid government-issued driver's license, which must stay valid throughout the rental period. If you do not reside in the U.S., a valid driver's license with your name on it from your home country is accepted as long as it is written in the Latin alphabet. Otherwise, you will be required to present an international driver's license along with your driver's license. A passport is also required for identification proof.
Where are the car rental companies located in Raleigh-Durham Airport?
Raleigh-Durham Airport features various reputable car rental agencies on-site, and each car rental provider at RDU provides complimentary shuttle service to their offices. You can catch your courtesy bus shuttle to the car rental facility, which operates every 15min, at the green Rental Car shuttle stations located outside luggage claim at Zone 4 in Terminal 1 and Zone 5 in Terminal 2. If you wish to book a reservation upon arrival, you can do so at the Reservation and Accommodations Board in the luggage claim area in Terminals 1 and 2.
What payment options are allowed in Raleigh-Durham Airport car rental agencies?
Clients at Raleigh-Durham Airport car rental agencies have various payment methods, such as credit and debit cards, cash, and pre-payment. However, most on-site rental locations prefer credit card payments since it guarantees their security. The credit card must bear the renter's name, and you should indicate the available credit. Typically, major credit cards, including American Express, MasterCard, and VISA, are accepted. Also, if you plan to use a debit card, you may be required to present your return ticket, among other additional requirements.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Raleigh-Durham Airport?
On average a car hire at Raleigh-Durham Airport costs €51 per day.
What is the best car hire company at Raleigh-Durham Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies at Raleigh-Durham Airport are Thrifty (6.8, 113 reviews), Dollar (6.7, 63 reviews), and Budget (6.4, 130 reviews).
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Raleigh-Durham Airport?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Raleigh-Durham Airport to off-airport locations is Dollar.
Raleigh-Durham Airport car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
9.3
Wonderful
181 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.4
Value for money
8.6
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8.0 Very Good
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The staff was very friendly and helpfulCons:
Car selection10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Did not like The drop off at University Park Airport. The Alamo agent did not went out to see the car, told me that he would send me the invoice and he never did.9.2 Wonderful
Jun 2019
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quick in and outCons:
Car interior could have been cleaner (empty water bottles, luggage tags under seat upon pick-up)8.0 Very Good
Apr 2019
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The car, drop off was easy.Cons:
We waited for 30 min for a shuttle when finally another car rental company had to give us a ride to the Alamo counter. It was absurd9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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The price was a little high.Thrifty
6.8
Okay
195 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
6.6
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4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2023
7.9 Good
Jun 2021
4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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The daily rate is outrageous.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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yes4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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The car was cleanCons:
Standing in line for over an hour was outrageous. Thrifty didn’t even have their own store front, everyone went through Hertz. I won’t be using them again6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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The cancellationCons:
After cancelling, another attempt did the same results! I entered my times and they changed in the reservation itself.... I could not cut the trip short because of the car rental!Payless
6.8
Okay
103 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
7.1
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6.0 Okay
Oct 2023
4.8 Mediocre
Aug 2019
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The agent at pickup was horrible. Unable to perform any task by herself. Poorly trained. The rental agency was supposed to have my car ready at 5 but got a car at six. 3 customers ahead of me and 3 customers behind me got their cars while my easy transaction went by the wayside. There is more but6.0 Okay
Jul 2019
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Good, clean carCons:
Longer wait than usual to get car. The representative tried to tack on an extra hour to increase charges. The rep sent me in the wrong direction to get the car, which when I ultimately found the car, it was boxed in between two other cars and another rep had to move a vehicle so that I could leave.2.4 Poor
Jul 2019
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Manager credited me one day for being given an unclean car with no working radio and having poor customer service.Cons:
I could have been credited more than one day for the major inconvenience that this experience caused.7.6 Good
Jun 2019
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Pick-up staff didn't seem very excited to be at work and weren't super friendly. They got the job done, but all explanations were very fast and assumed we knew exactly what they were talking about. There was also a slight language barrier as English was a second language for the staff.Cons:
More agents available would have sped up the process.2.0 Poor
May 2019
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They would not let me rent a car because I did not have a credit card other than my Wells Fargo visaDollar
6.7
Okay
261 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.5
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2023
8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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Yes the drop off was easy the staff efficient8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Pick up took 1- 1-1/2 hours. It was not pleasant. Not enough customer service assistance.2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Car was cleanCons:
Manipulation of description of the car type. Luxury is not luxury when booked with third party. Vehicle given is not comparable to rate and class of cars. Know of the issue yet keeps in place because more money can be made by strategically given cars and not. It was a horrible experienceBudget
6.4
Okay
255 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.5
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6.0 Okay
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
6.0 Okay
Nov 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.7
Very Good
88 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
8.5
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
9.6 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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The gal that escorted us to our vehicle was excellent. Made a nice upgrade gesture that significantly enhanced our trip.Cons:
I should have been told during my order placement that u were offering a 3rd party insurance company where u would have required me to use my deductible...then “I” would have to get reimbursed from the insurance company. Sneaky!9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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The renting process at both airports and the car were great.Cons:
The website and confirmation. Other than going into the Kayak System, I had no email confirmation about my rental. So I was nervous that the reservation did not truly exist. It did, but without some confirmation, it was difficult. I would also like it if there were notifications sent the day before confirming the reservation and what to expect.7.2 Good
Jul 2020
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Staff was very helpful and check in was super speedy. Vehicle was very clean and well outfitted.Cons:
Due to Covid the rental offices of a number of rental agencies had been combined to a central location, a fact that was not relayed to myself or many renters as there was lots of confusion with folks picking up and dropping off vehicles. People should be advised to call their rental provider for updated information on new operating system.9.2 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Inside of the car cleaner, dog hair all over8.4 Very Good
Jul 2020
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Your staff was very nice and did the best they can do with all this Covid stuff going on. Returning was super easy and fast!Cons:
Actually I really didn’t like my van. It was fine and it fit my family. I drive an suv at home so I would of preferred that but they are costly to rent. But all in all enterprise was great and I’ll use enterprise again. Thanks!☺️E-Z Rent-A-Car
7.8
Good
80 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
8.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Got a free upgrade, clean and smooth car rideCons:
Nothing I can think off6.0 Okay
Jan 2020
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reserved a mini van when I got there they didn't have one2.0 Poor
Sep 2019
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Wanted to charge a $20/day surcharge for mileage over 2509.6 Wonderful
Jul 2019
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The staff was friendly & helpfulCons:
I really had no problems8.4 Very Good
Apr 2019
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The customer service rep was very friendly and gave me all the information I needed to get me on my way.Cons:
The vehicle we were given was not the one I agreed to rent, but was a comparable substitute. The paint was a little scratched up, and could have been washed up.9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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We were lucky to have rented an SUV that only had 24 miles on it. There was still plastic covering parts of the console. This was the first time I had driven this sort of vehicle. It had a ton of features and was super comfortable.Cons:
It was difficult to find the car rental location and when I called it was hard to get ahold of someone to clarify directions. The agent was all by herself and couldn’t manage the desk and the phone by herself without effecting the quality of service, but she did the best she could and was great.Advantage
7.2
Good
64 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
7.0
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4.4 Mediocre
Dec 2019
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Absolutely niothing!!! Shady salespeople, uncooperative salespeople when trying to remove expensive “extra’s after day 1 of four day rental. Rude salespeople (Janet) coward manager that would never come out of office to meet with me. Tried calling 1-800 phone number, uncooperative also, they told me I needed to go to rental site which I did—they wouldn’t take off extra’s unless I returned the car. The rental site told me to call 1-800 which would not help me...AWFUL service.Cons:
Everything...6.4 Okay
Sep 2019
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The deal was great cheapest SUV we found to rent for ten days.Cons:
Advantage charged way to much for extras or extra driver and double the price of normal insurance. Plus tried selling as a toll easy pass by misleading about tolls in NC. the car was not cleaned very well. Windshield wiper fluid ran out after first use10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Nice car, easy drop off and pick up. Very good value.Cons:
You just have to ignore all the scary upsell stuff at the start since between your car insurance and credit card company pretty much all fees associated with a crash will be covered. It was a good value.8.0 Very Good
Aug 2019
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It was early in the AM, but they were very professional and friendly.Cons:
There was a veiled threat by the rental associate that the insurance we'd purchased through Kayak left us vulnerable, and that they'd bill us for any "days" our car was unavailable if it needed repair from an accident, and that the insurance we'd purchased most likely wouldn't cover that cost.9.2 Wonderful
Jun 2019
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They had only one shuttle van running to and from the airport, so it was the slowest option in terms of getting to the rental car place.6.0 Okay
Jun 2019
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The staff is friendly. George was extremely helpful and courteous.Cons:
represent the real costs of rental online. Once on site I paid more on charges, fees and taxes then the actual vehicle rental. I also hold Kayak responsible.Avis
6.9
Okay
65 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.7
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8.0 Very Good
Feb 2024
6.0 Okay
May 2021
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While the drop off was east, I found that I was charged $6.99 for gas when I filled the gas rouhgly one mile from the drop off place. My mistake is I did not check the bill until I reached home. I feel cheated because I filled the carCons:
The staff should be fair and inform the client that they find the tank not filled while we signed to fill and bring. Clean the car better both inside and outside. There was smell of smoke inside the car when I took it. I mentioned this to the security at the gate. He told me that this may be from the material used for the upholstery.6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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They said the lot opened at 4 am. Waited until 4:20 am then had to walk to the terminal.9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2020
Pros:
Service and type of car.Cons:
There was a smoke odor inside the car when we picked it up.4.4 Mediocre
Aug 2020
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no contact with anyone at drop off.Cons:
I waited 35 minutes for a car after i signed my rental agreement and left the counter. unacceptable.6.0 Okay
Jul 2020
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Car was fineCons:
Took a while to get the car when I picked it up. I had a 9:00 drop off time. Arrived to Avis at 9:00 and no one was at the office and the door was locked. Avis worked showed up at 9:15 and couldn’t even get in the office. I had to leave my rental agreement and keys with her at the front door because we were all stuck outside. Very unprofessionalHertz
6.0
Okay
70 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.4
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2024
6.0 Okay
Nov 2022
6.0 Okay
Oct 2021
2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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The attendant left us at the airport in the parking lot of the rental car location because we didn't arrive within 30 minutes of our plane landing. We got there 10 minutes late according to your attendant. Another shuttle had to drive us to the Hertz location because the Hertz shuttle never came to pick us up. Will never use Hertz again and will tell anyone I ever run into to never use Hertz. Worst customer service experience. If it weren't for a nice lady from another car rental company, we would have had to walk back to the terminal with all of our luggage.2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Car stank of smoke and had clearly not been cleaned (and I’m guessing not sanitised either). Will never rent from Hertz againSixt
6.7
Okay
8 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.7
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
National
7.2
Good
7 reviewsOne location in Raleigh-Durham Airport
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5.2 Fair
Apr 2019
Cons:
Make it clearer what they consider suitable substitute vehicles. Provide onsite parking for personal vehicles.8.0 Very Good
May 2017
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The car was great, the people were very nice.Cons:
there were very limited instructions for dropoff procedures. I could not find clear instructions anywhere and there were no representatives available at the time of day I needed to return the vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Fast, courteous serviceCons:
Nothing2.0 Poor
Dec 2016
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I had an absolutely awful experience. It was honestly so bad that I can't bring myself to write it again. Let's just say the customer service was completely unhelpful, I was misinformed multiple times and had to spend an additional $1000. I will absolutely NEVER rent from national again, no matter what deal they offer, just on principle.Cons:
Company policy, customer service.6.4 Okay
Sep 2016
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Car was available and service was quick.Cons:
Price was almost $100 more than quoted online. Were not told of the highway tax in NC.One location in Raleigh-Durham Airport
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Please Go To The Advantage Counter
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1015 Trade Dr A, Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina
+1 919 787 7262
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511 Chapel Hill Rd
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1001 Rental Car Dr, Morrisville, , USA North Carolina
+1 914 368 0091
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Dollar |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Compact |
Average price | €51/day |
Good deal | €44/day |