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Kansas City car hire information

Pick-up locationKansas City
Car types
Hire locations24
Airport locations14

Cheap car rentals in Kansas City

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Top tips for hiring a car in Kansas City

  • Kansas City, like most cities in the U.S., depends highly on car transportation. There simply is no more efficient or better way to get around town, whether you plan on catching a Kansas City Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium or you are just going out to eat.
  • Looking to pick up a hire car for your time in Kansas City? Travelers with flights landing at Kansas City International Airport can take the hire car shuttle from the airport terminals to the hire car center, where they will find numerous hire car companies.
  • Though Kansas City is not that far north, it still experiences some pretty harsh winters. Snow and ice can quickly blanket roads, and drivers should be prepared for wintery weather if they visit in the colder months of the year. Drivers not confident in their ability to handle the snow should make sure to drive extra carefully and to check the weather regularly so they aren’t caught out in a storm.
  • Nobody likes to be stuck in rush hour and, with a bit of preparation, nobody has to be. In Kansas City the morning rush hour goes from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and then picks back up again in the afternoon at around 3:30 p.m. and goes until 7:00 p.m. throughout much of the metropolitan area. Some of the streets to avoid during rush hour include I-35, the southern portion of I-435 and I-70. The worst streets are all highways primarily because of the high volume of commuters going into and out of the city for work.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Kansas City for $59 or less
  • Book your rental car in Kansas City at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Kansas City are around -19% cheaper than other car types, on average

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Kansas City car rental reviews and directory

Alamo

8.9

Very Good

275 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.6

One location in Kansas City

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648 Madrid Ave

+1 844 868 8501

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly service at the ick-up location; VERY pleased that when I called the 1-800 number to modify my reservation, I actually talked to a real person in under 5 minutes. Overall, Alamo has provided the best rental service that I have experienced in a long time. Will definitely use them again.

Cons:

The Kansas City location required additional photo IDs (fraud prevention). This didn't affect me, but others may need to be aware of the requirement (which was not advertised in advance).

6.8 Okay

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Alamo was closed when we arrived in Kansas City. The rental car company to the right next counter over had to handle the paperwork. I had already booked and paid online for an easy pick up. They made us jump through hoops while my 90 year old parents had to wait for us.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything!! The car was clean, customer service was very clear and nice to work with during the process.

Cons:

Me having a mobile app to track my reservation better. I had to search through emails and track down information. This is a problem for me not with the service. Alamo was amazing and I will definitely rent from them again. Thank you

4.4 Mediocre

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was nice, but there were not enough so wait times were long

Cons:

I got a car that was dirty (inside and out) and that WAS NOT FULL OF GAS, but was down almost a quarter tank. When I pointed this out, I just got a shrug. Bet if I returned it down a quarter tank the reaction would be different

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

They let me close any vehicle in the line so i chose a mini van. It was perfect for my needs, clean and new. Return was super quick at the MCI Airport. Never had to wait at all for the shuttle bus. Shuttle was about 5 min from the airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Very smooth and efficient process from start to finish.

1 out of 46

Dollar

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.8

One location in Kansas City

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Locations in Kansas City

651 N London Drive

+1 866 434 2226

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:00 - 18:30
Wednesday07:00 - 18:30
Thursday07:00 - 18:30
Friday07:00 - 18:30
Saturday07:00 - 18:30
Sunday07:00 - 18:30
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10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Lower cost on child seats.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and the car was ready and clean.

Cons:

Nothing

2.0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Transparency in final costs

2.0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Could have given what i booked actually.

6.0 Okay

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Car was dirty. Inside and out.

4.8 Mediocre

Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Vehicle wasn’t as big as we asked for. They had nothing bigger. We ended up with suitcases on our laps......

1 out of 26

Avis

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

3 locations in Kansas City

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1 Nassau Circle

+1 816 464 6200

Monday00:00 - 01:0007:30 - 23:59
Tuesday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday07:30 - 23:59
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1515 Wyandotte Street

+1 816 897 7126

Monday07:30 - 23:59
Tuesday07:30 - 23:59
Wednesday07:30 - 23:59
Thursday07:30 - 23:59
Friday07:30 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
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3412 Main Street

+1 816 931 1039

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:00 - 18:30
Wednesday07:00 - 18:30
Thursday07:00 - 18:30
Friday07:00 - 18:30
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Received a smaller car than I paid for. It was not clean.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Fast picking up, well maintained vehicle, easy drop off!

Cons:

Nothing

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Owners and staff were so friendly, pick up and drop off was great!

Cons:

It was so smooth, I can’t think of anything that could have improved.

2.0 Poor

Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pickup was easy

Cons:

After I picked up the car, I got out of the lot and realized the tank wasn’t full. Then, when I got to Houston and returned the car on a full tank, I was charged fifteen dollars for “fuel service” when I just put 30 dollars in the tank

8.0 Very Good

Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

There was old trash in the glove compartment

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was great and the staff was very helpful

Cons:

Drop off was not easy to figure out, I wish they had let me know ahead of time how to do the after hours drop off, since they knew I rented it until 10pm on the day of my return.

1 out of 27

Hertz

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.3

2 locations in Kansas City

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1 E Pershing Road

+1 816 474 4970

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Wednesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00
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1 Nassau Circle

+1 816 243 6100

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday07:00 - 18:30
Sunday06:00 - 22:00
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2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Charge me extra 23usd for hidden fee. And the cars outside was very dirty

2.0 Poor

Jan 2022

KAYAK
They did not have our car ready at the time it was reserved, and did not have an idea of when it would be ready. Therefore, we had to make alternate travel arrangements the same day, over the holidays, which was a huge issue.

4.0 Mediocre

Dec 2021

KAYAK
Customer service was poor. I was charged for pick-up and drop-off at 2 different locations even after she confirmed with me I was dropping off at the same location. I will now have to dispute it. She didn't explain that even after my initial payment of $201, that my card would be charged another $261 for some reason and when I called customer service the next day, the guy explained that it was a deposit that wouldn't be charged after I return the car. However, the extra charge remains for inter-city drop-off. And, the person at the desk pointed out and told us to select a car from the "right" but if there weren't any to go to the "left" and when we got outside, there weren't any cars in the Compact area at all! So we just got in one! I still don't know if we chose correctly or if I am to be charged again! Not a choice I want to make with no help after a long day of traveling. No explanation given for extra charges.

2.0 Poor

Nov 2021

KAYAK
It was closed when I showed up. My kayak reservation time was after they closed

2.0 Poor

Oct 2021

KAYAK
We gave 3 days of cancellation notice because of SW airlines having there pilot problems and they kept $50.00 instead of refusing our full amount. It’s a bad policy and provides a bad service. I will never use Hertz again.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2021

KAYAK
Contact Super Shuttle for your trip to/from airport to pick up vehicle. It's AWESOME! Also, if you don't rent your car from the airport, it's a whole lot less expensive. Like half as much!

1 out of 38

Thrifty

7.7

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.5

One location in Kansas City

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Lc Pending Close Dec 1st

+1 877 283 0898

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:00 - 18:30
Wednesday07:00 - 18:30
Thursday07:00 - 18:30
Friday07:00 - 18:30
Saturday07:00 - 18:30
Sunday07:00 - 18:30
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2.0 Poor

Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Showed up after a 30 minute delayed flight, no one at the counter to assist. Actually have a clerk at the counter that can assist during later hours. Or, if you're going to partner with another rental agency and defer your customers to their desk, make sure that desk is staffed. Avis did and was able to match your rate and earn my future business.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Was not able to travel.

6.8 Okay

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Pick up and drop off simple and quick.

Cons:

The car was dirty. Nothing gross just dusty some dirt inside and out.

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

When we dropped off the car the guy told us they could drive us to the terminal at no charge. Given that we had a lot of luggage this was awesome!

9.2 Wonderful

Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and helpful, even though my flight got in late and I think they would usually have closed the counter by that time.

Cons:

It was very snowy/icy. It would have been nice for the car to have been cleared of snow and ice upon pickup.

3.6 Poor

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

First car was very dirty, the staff just said it was the best they could do...

1 out of 15

Budget

7.1

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

6.9

2 locations in Kansas City

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618 East 99th Street

+1 816 943 1000

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00
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703 London Drive

+1 816 243 5757

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:00 - 18:30
Wednesday07:00 - 18:30
Thursday07:00 - 18:30
Friday07:00 - 18:30
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00
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2.0 Poor

May 2022

KAYAK
Spent several hours on hold, sent several emails. Need received Final receipt

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staf on both ends were great

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The counter was closed prior to the scheduled closing time. We were unable to pick up our rental under this reservation and had to check nearby counters that were still open to try to find an available rental. The entire fiasco ended up costing us more than double the original reservation. How will we receive compensation for the unacceptable incompetence?

Cons:

You could have remained open until your scheduled closing time or at least until our scheduled pickup. We called ahead once the plane was on the ground and no one ever picked up despite it being 15 minutes prior to our reservation.

6.0 Okay

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Our flight was delayed, the rental office was closed at the airport when we arrived at 1205am. No options but to wait there till 7am to get car. Spent $185 for a cab and hotel that wasn't in our travel plans or budget. No help or discount from budget rental!!!

10.0 Wonderful

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly and quick in the renting process.

Cons:

Nothing

9.6 Wonderful

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was AWESOME!!! So kind and so helpful!!!

Cons:

Lower prices--especially the fees--would be great

1 out of 16

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.1

6 locations in Kansas City

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1146 West 103rd Street

+1 816 942 2322

Monday07:30 - 23:59
Tuesday07:30 - 23:59
Wednesday07:30 - 23:59
Thursday07:30 - 23:59
Friday07:30 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00
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3543 Main

+1 816 931 1208

Monday07:30 - 23:59
Tuesday07:30 - 23:59
Wednesday07:30 - 23:59
Thursday07:30 - 23:59
Friday07:30 - 23:59
Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00
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600 Grand Blvd

+1 816 842 4700

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:30 - 23:59
Wednesday07:30 - 23:59
Thursday07:30 - 23:59
Friday07:30 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00
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648 N Madrid

+1 833 338 3316

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00
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9400 Troost Ave

+1 816 941 2500

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:30 - 23:59
Wednesday07:30 - 23:59
Thursday07:30 - 23:59
Friday07:30 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00
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9425 Holmes Rd

+1 816 941 2500

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00
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2.0 Poor

Jun 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

They cancelled before my arrival with no help or suggestions for a suitable replacement

Cons:

actually having a car

2.0 Poor

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

RNothing- no cars available

2.0 Poor

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Travelers are in a hurry, when we do a Phone SEARCH, MCI rental cars, we actually want to PICKUP at MIC airport. Travelers don't know what street address or zip code is at the downtown location. Then there's no way to call you, you were closed. I better NOT had been charged anything.

7.6 Good

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The pickup process was very quick. Staff was friendly and helpful. Price was considerably less to pick up at the downtown location vs the airport- $200 less!

Cons:

The downtown location didn't have a way to return the rental to them late Saturday or Sunday. I had to pay extra to take it to the airport, less than 1-2 day rental, but still a drag.

4.4 Mediocre

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

drop off was easy

Cons:

the car was dirty, the pick up attendant was short with me, the car was on empty and I had to repeatedly ask him to wipe off spit luggies from the inside of the car, he was hot and in a hurry, very transactional not the proffessionalism I am used to with you guys or other rental companies

2.0 Poor

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing! Terrible customer service!!

Cons:

They booked me a time after they close for the day so I couldn’t pick up my car. I called the next morning when they opened but they had given my car away the day before. They wouldn’t honor my booking. They charged me double. They would’t “pick us up” (their slogan). Very frustrating!!!

1 out of 15

Payless

6.2

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.7

2 locations in Kansas City

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1 Nassau Circle

+1 816 464 2100

Monday00:00 - 01:0007:30 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0007:30 - 23:59
Wednesday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0007:30 - 23:59
Friday07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:0007:30 - 23:59
Sunday07:30 - 23:59
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3412 Main Street

+1 816 945 4572

Monday07:00 - 18:30
Tuesday07:00 - 18:30
Wednesday07:00 - 18:30
Thursday07:00 - 18:30
Friday07:00 - 18:30
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00
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8.0 Very Good

Jun 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

cAR HAD MANUAL WINDOWS AND LOCKS. i HAVENT HAD A CAR LIKE THAT SINCE THE 80'S. i WISH i HAD KNOWN i WOULD HAVE REQUESTED A MORE MODERN CAR.

4.0 Mediocre

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was fine

Cons:

Charging a full day for 2 extra hours is highway robbery

6.0 Okay

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Helpful staff who was patient, kind, and helpful.

Cons:

Payless had no record of my online reservation and could not reach Hotwire to confirm. Fortunately, I had my laptop with the original e-mail and price - and the agent matched the price.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly. No line at pickup. Everything went smoothly and the process was easy.

Cons:

The car had manual crank windows and manual locks. I didn't even know cars that basic still existed.

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly staff...when we checked out the young man went and drove our rental to the front door to pick us up. When we returned the rental the young lady came outside in the very high wind to check out the car and get us our receipt.

Cons:

Tge staff was very friendly accommodating and efficient. Would not hesitate to rent again from Payless car rental at MCI (Kansas City airport)

6.4 Okay

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was easy to work with

Cons:

I wanted to change the dates of my pickup but because I was getting it at a discounted price I couldn't change anything or get a refund

1 out of 9

National

7.6

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

7.5

One location in Kansas City

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648 Madrid Ave

+1 844 868 8502

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00
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6.0 Okay

Nov 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

I did not go into the place so I can't really say it was excellent or poor. I just dropped the car off and left in another car out of there.

8.8 Very Good

Oct 2015

KAYAK

Pros:

Very efficient process for pickup and return. Car model (Ford Focus) was somewhat noisy on the highway, but good overall.

Cons:

Some trash was left in the car from the previous renter. Nothing terrible however. Candy wrapper and some used paper.

3.9 Poor

Aug 2021

KAYAK
They did not have the class of car available that I booked and I was offered a class of car down (not up) for the same price!!! Bad customer service.

1 out of 1

Easirent

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3 locations in Kansas City

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Locations in Kansas City

Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport

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Johnson County Executive Airport

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Kansas City International Airport

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Sunnycars

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2 locations in Kansas City

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1 Nassau Cir

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1016 travellers who rented a car in Kansas City gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.5

Car hire locations in or near Kansas City

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Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Mini

Average price

$59/day

Good deal

$59/day

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