Car rental at Albany Intl Airport
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Top tips for hiring a car at Albany Intl airport
- Getting a car rental at Albany Intl Airport (ALB) is a quick and simple process since the rental providers are conveniently located within the airport. Ensure you pay attention to the car rental agreement to avoid being liable in case of a breach in contract. Also, carefully inspect your rental car before driving off to avoid being charged with damages and dents you didn’t cause.
- If you wish to share the driving, you can add a driver to your Albany International Airport car rental. Typically, rental providers at the airport charge a daily fee for each extra driver, although, you may find offers allowing a free additional driver. However, you won’t incur any additional cost for authorized drivers, including a spouse or domestic partner. Nevertheless, the additional driver must meet the car rental requirements.
- Albany Intl Airport car rental agencies offer several car types, ensuring you will always get the car that fits your preferences, needs, and budget. There is a wide selection for your airport car rental from minis, ideal for a city trip for solo travelers to people carriers, great for family and group road trips. If you wish to travel in style, you can opt for the luxury cars and convertible cars available at the airport rental providers.
- If you are working with a tight budget, ensure you check out the deals offered by car rental agencies at Albany Intl Airport to get the one that fits your pocket needs. Also, booking in advance can present you best-priced car rental deals for your Albany trip.
- Book your car hire at Albany Intl airport at least 4 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Albany Intl airport
Is renting a car at Albany Intl Airport worth it?
If you wish to see everything Albany has to offer, you’ll need to get a car rental at Albany International Airport. Albany offers diverse activities and sights to explore, which other transportation options might limit you from fully exploring. Moreover, a car rental at Albany International Airport allows you the freedom and flexibility to plan your trip, saving you from the inconvenience of having to stick to public transportation’s rigid schedule. It is also much easier to explore attractions outside of the city with a rented vehicle. Car rentals in Albany Intl Airport come in handy if you travel with kids, heavy luggage, or pets.
Where are the car rental companies located in Albany Intl Airport?
Albany Intl Airport features both on-site and offsite car rental agencies, offering you a myriad of options to consider. You can access the on-site car rental reservation counters situated right within the terminal, near the baggage claim area. The designated parking area for the rental cars is located within the airport’s parking garage. However, it is essential to note that an airport charge applies to all car rentals at Albany Intl Airport, including reservations booked via online airline platforms.
What documents do I need to rent a car at Albany Intl Airport?
To acquire a car rental at Albany International Airport, you need to be at least 18 years with a valid driver’s license. It is important to note that this does not include copies and learner’s permits. However, surcharges may apply for renters under 25, which vary depending on the rental agency. If you are a foreign national, you can use your International Driver’s Permit, but you should present it with a valid driver’s license from your country of origin. Also, you may be required to produce your passport or additional proof of identification.
Can I rent a car at Albany Intl Airport without a credit card?
Car rentals at Albany Intl Airport accept various payment options, therefore, you don’t have to worry about not having a credit card. However, please remember that additional requirements may apply, including a security deposit and screening which can cause delays for customers without a credit card.
What is the best rental car company at Albany Intl airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies at Albany Intl airport are Budget (7.8, 68 reviews), and Dollar (7.7, 74 reviews).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Albany Intl airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Albany Intl airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, and Thrifty.
Albany Intl Airport car rental reviews and directory
Budget
7.8
Good
154 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.8
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8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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Easy pickupCons:
Signage for self drop off in the garage (keys in car or to drop box, space number or drop lane, etc.8.0 Very Good
Jan 2021
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The e-z pass did not work consistently. I informed them of this at drop off and that I missed a toll due to that and not being able to back up to pay6.0 Okay
Dec 2020
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Staff was friendly and helpful at pick-up. Process was relatively quick. Nobody there for drop off so hopefully that went ok. I just dropped the keys in a box.Cons:
Car stunk like cigarettes and then I found a pack under the seat. I guess that was missed by whoever cleaned the car3.6 Poor
Sep 2020
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Convenience of picking up the vehicle close byCons:
Vehicle could have been washed and cleaned. Vehicle had damage that I needed to report before taking the vehicle.7.6 Good
Sep 2020
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staff in nyc was good. but they only had large suvs and trucks available. i only needed a small car. so gas was pricey and ride was a bit bumpy. also car only had a 1/2 tank of gas to start. and car had over 25,000 miles on it. but overall it was really fine. and worked out.Cons:
would be better if they had the size of car available that one rented. the staff was really good at juggling but they just didn’t have cars ready. staff in albany airport was great.9.6 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Car smelled like someone had smoked in it.Dollar
7.7
Good
110 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.6
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7.9 Good
Jun 2021
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Not much!2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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dropoff esyCons:
provide me with the car i asked for5.6 Fair
Nov 2020
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Staff remained professional and friendly in poor working conditionsCons:
Leave the pick up inside the airport and have someone deliver the cars to the door or have a golf cart to take the customer out to the car, it is very difficult dragging all your luggage out to a garage not knowing where your going. A handicapped person (me) will not do it again because I have bad legs and was so sore and tired when I finally got in the car I should not have been driving especially a car I’m not used to. And no there was nobody around to offer help just a sign saying go outside where our staff is working in a dark dingy shack !10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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Yes8.0 Very Good
Sep 2020
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Yes to both the questions. Staff was freindly.Cons:
Car check over could have been done better. The driver's side mirror would not stay in place and I had to rely on the yellow warning lights on the mirror that a vehicle was near me at times.Alamo
10.0
Wonderful
46 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.3
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6.0 Okay
May 2018
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Car was well equipped with blind spot detection, especially useful driving in Boston.Cons:
I had reserved a sedan but only SUVs and Mini-vans were available. When I said that I would not drive one of those types of vehicles, I was told that I would have to wait about half an hour. When I said that I would wait, within one minute a sedan was available. Interesting! This is similar to being seated at the worst table in a restaurant when there are no other people there. Is this common practice?9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2018
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No issues on pick up or drop off. Albany is on site. I had to wait for attendant to show but only a couple of minutesCons:
No signs for car rental returns at LaGuardia so you have to look up yourself.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2017
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Price + Ease of Pick-up + Clean Car + Modern AmenitiesCons:
Nothing.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2017
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From the time I picked up to the time I left with the car was all of 15-20 minutes. No long drawn out process.Cons:
Having to supply two phone numbers at the counter. I only have one number.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2017
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Staff was very helpful and accommodating.price was reasonable and vehicle was in good condition and fully met our needs.9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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Car was clean and I enjoyed driving it.Cons:
Initial prepaid reservation was for Jeep SUV for 9 days at 449.00. When I called to change reservation to 7 days I was informed new cost would be approx. 1200.00. It took 2 more calls before someone suggested I change car to mid size which would result in price increase of approx. 100.00.Avis
7.0
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69 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.4
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6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Staff needs to clean the cars inside and out before renting. I went inside a vehicle and it wreaked of cigarette smoke. It was disgusting. Another vehicle wasn’t clean on the outside.2.4 Poor
Jun 2020
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Staff at counter was friendlyCons:
--Staff at counter was unable to be reached by phone. Drove 3 1/2 hours each way (NYC --> Albany) to drop off old rental and pick up a new one, then was told at counter that I needn't have made the drive in the first place and I could've just kept the original rental. --Car smelled of cigarettes. Was told to just write down the issue on my rental agreement. --Staff at counter was unable to be reached by phone a second time (and I called over 20 times). This became an issue when I had to extend my new rental. --Toll-free customer service was completely useless when I contacted them to voice my concerns. --In a word, Avis = terrible. I've been an Enterprise customer for 12 years, and I'm kicking myself for using Avis this time.6.0 Okay
Jan 2020
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Staff was very friendly and helpful.Cons:
We had a reservation but there wasn't a car available. We had one option. A 15 passenger van.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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Yes! The guy was great, upgraded us! We were there fir a funeral and had a 14 hour drive back so it was greatly appreciated.Cons:
Nothing.5.2 Fair
Aug 2019
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The price was ridiculously expensive.7.2 Good
Apr 2019
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Car could have been cleaner.Thrifty
6.5
Okay
57 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.5
Value for money
6.0
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2.8 Poor
Jan 2019
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Car was not ready upon pick up. Snow was not cleared and the customer should not have to do this upon pick up. Also drop off location was not at or near the airport as described. Nor was there A sign on the building except for a banner. Poorly lit area.4.8 Mediocre
Nov 2018
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I waited 2 hours for a car. Missed a service for my uncle.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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Loved the selection of vehicles, loved short walk to pick upCons:
Line at the checkout, little disorganization out in the lot.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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The shuttle was quick and efficient. No issues getting back and forth from the airport. The cost savings over picking up at the airport was with it.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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It was a very good car , w 5000 miles , 2018 car , we was very happy and we enjoyed our trip , very happy w the car8.8 Very Good
Feb 2018
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Friendly employees, selections within my car class,easy pickup/drop off process.Cons:
Car could be a little cleaner, found earlier renters take out Chinese receipt.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
18 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2020
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Loved this car. Friendly staff6.8 Okay
Mar 2017
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I liked the final price and the choice of car.Cons:
The pickup location listed on the itinerary was not the pickup location. It was the Enterprise gated lot where the inventory is kept, a mile away. The literal hike back to where I knew the Enterprise booth was at the airport (at a completely different address than was listed on my itinerary), was a complete waste of my time. I have had to take shuttles about a mile away from the airport in different locations to pickup rental cars in the past, so the initial directions taking me past the airport did not seem out of the ordinary for pickup at first. Once finally at the counter, the sales rep tried to tell me the insurance I could opt for at $9/day was $14/day. I had it right on the paper print out but he acted "surprised." I am smart enough to know that this was an attempted upsell. I am also aware that you do not even need this insurance, so I asked him to forget it all together. Then I was told that the car rate was going up because of this. Which annoys me. 1.) Because my rate was booked independent of the insurance I hadn't opted into yet, and 2.) Because this was Saturday morning. I was taking a car off his hands for the weekend that would otherwise badly affect his numbers. I almost cancelled all together because of this until miraculously I rented an upgraded car for a discounted rate (that was still an upsell for him) after explaining I know how this works. Way too much BS to go through especially when surrounded by other car rental services in the airport who are also trying to get rid of cars over the weekend. The lines at the other desks were the sole reason I rented with Enterprise.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2016
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Friendly and helpful staff10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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Cost.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2016
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This was speedy. The people at the desk are very friendly and helpful. My car was easy to get to and ready for me when I got out there. A young man named Sean was especially knowledgeable and helpful.7.6 Good
Sep 2016
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Good carCons:
Inside of windshield and front windows not cleanedEasirent
4.7
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Hertz
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6.8 Okay
May 2017
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Easy to find.Cons:
Longer than normal wait10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Easy pick up and return. Great rate.Cons:
Salesman a little pushy. I know its policy to try and upsell but he was just a little overbearing. Ins. and taxes cost more than rental fee.9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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The pickup and drop off were so easy that I could hardly believe that I had not forgotten something.2.0 Poor
Feb 2017
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NothingCons:
I prepayment for an SUV because of snow storm. Guy at counter says can't rent you a car and sends me away. Had to pay double at Alamo.9.6 Wonderful
Jan 2017
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I liked the vehicle. But what I really liked was that they voluntarily shaved some off the final bill because I had used so little fuel. I had prepaid for gas so I wouldn't have to find a gas station when I returned the car.Cons:
The wait at the counter was long, about 20 minutes.6.4 Okay
Jan 2017
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Fast pickup and drop off but not very friendly at counter or the garage.National
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Sunnycars
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