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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Wichita

  • A hire car is the most comfortable and cost-effective way of exploring not only the city of Wichita, but also the surrounding state of Kansas. With a car, you can explore at your own pace Wichita’s main points of interest, such as the Old Town area or the Tanganyika Wildlife Park, which is just 15 miles from the center. Hop into the car for a road trip to Oklahoma City, which is about 160 miles south of Wichita.
  • All the major car hire companies, including Alamo, Avis, and Budget, can be found at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT), which is only about 7 miles west of the city center. The hire car desks are situated near the Baggage Claim area of the main terminal, and the hire cars are parked on the first floor of the parking garage.
  • Driving in Wichita is pretty straightforward and, while downtown can get a bit crowded, there are many places where you can drive and park your car. Drivers are allowed to take a right turn on a red light, but always give pedestrians and bicyclists the right of way. Summer gets very hot, so make sure you get a car with good A/C. Tornadoes are common in Kansas, so if you encounter one either steer away from its path or seek shelter immediately.
  • Traffic in Wichita is very mild, especially compared to other big U.S. cities. The roads are more crowded during rush hour (between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.), but as long as you avoid driving during those time frames you can easily drive even the longer commutes done in under 30 minutes. You may find there’s more congestion in the winter since the weather can get a bit rough, causing more accidents than normal.
  • Book your rental car in Wichita at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in Wichita are around 62% cheaper than other car types, on average

Wichita car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Wichita 
Verified travelerJun 2024
I love the fuel payment option. Super competitive with prices around. I paid $40 for the full tank at $2.88/g and most places when I was driving around was over $3/g and I didn't even have to fill it up before I returned it! Super awesome option when you have an infant and an early morning drop off
JNov 2023
If it's a one-way trip, use the airport car rental
Verified travelerMay 2023
Always be a careful driver

FAQs about renting a car in Wichita

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Wichita?

    If you're just driving around the city, a compact, economy car is a better option because it’s easier to maneuver and park downtown. If you’re planning on embarking on a longer journey across the state, a mid-size sedan or a spacious SUV are better options, depending on how many people are traveling.

  • What’s the speed limit in Wichita?

    The speed limit is usually 30 mph in urban areas, with the exception of certain residential areas that may have lower limits. Two-lane highways’ speed limits range between 55 and 65 mph, but on some rural highways limits may go as high as 70 mph. Both the Kansas Turnpike and some rural segments of freeway allow for a 75 mph maximum.

  • Where are the best places to park in Wichita?

    Downtown Wichita offers several parking garages with hourly or daily parking, such as the Century II Parking lot, and all the public parking garages in Old Town are free to use. There are also many on-street parking spaces, which are usually time-restricted. Street parking meters in Wichita are enforced from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and rates range between $0.50 and $2 per hour.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Wichita?

    The average price of fuel in Wichita is $5.85 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $70 and $93, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Wichita?

    Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Wichita.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Wichita?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Wichita?

    A Standard car hire in Wichita costs $59 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Wichita?

    A Luxury car hire in Wichita costs $64 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Wichita?

    A Compact car hire in Wichita costs $67 per day, on average.

Wichita car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Hertz

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.9

4 locations in Wichita

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1835 Midfield Road

+1 316 946 4860

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2280 S.eisenhower Ap Parkway

+1 316 946 4860

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535 W Douglas Ave Ste 100

+1 316 263 2004

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550 N Webb Road

+1 316 689 3773

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Great car, great price. Easy drop off, remember to have a pen if you're doing after hours drop off to fill out your return slip because there isn't anything there to write with

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Policies are antiquated. Total rip off. You have to prepay then they pretend you still owe so much more money.

2.0 Poor

Mike, Mar 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Their online check-in system is badly broken; took about 20 tries before it worked, including some attempts that took 10+ minutes of wait (which failed). The vehicles reeked of cigarette smoke (if was nauseating) but I was not warned at all that the vehicle was a smoking vehicle. Again and I again I find my experience with Hertz just frustrating overall. I would not recommend it to anyone.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2022

KAYAK
Never had the rental. There was no one at the counter to give me the car that I had already paid for. Hertz took my money and abandoned me.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The online rental experience was excellent.

Cons:

I was helped within 5 minutes of arrival. It took 1 1/2 hours to pick up the rental. The rental car was not at the location and they did not share this information with me. If they would have told the truth, I could have been much more understanding.

8.0 Very Good

Lloyd, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff a Hertz location at Wichita Eisenhower National Airport.

Cons:

This car rental was similar to two other car rentals I have experienced in Wichita during the past two months. Enterprise, Avis and Hertz all promised a minivan or large suv. Enterprise cancelled on me one day before I needed the rental, telling me two renters had not returned vehicles. Avis and Hertz only had smaller capacity vehicles available. It seems there exists a bait-and-switch approach to car rentals in Wichita, Kansas.

1 out of 7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.7

7 locations in Wichita

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2280 S Eisenhower Pkwy

+1 833 827 6509

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300 Washington S

+1 316 263 4035

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5401 E Kellogg Dr

+1 316 682 1200

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6041 West Kellogg

+1 316 942 6623

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6300 E. 37th Street North

+1 316 681 1000

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832 N Webb Rd Ste 200

+1 316 682 2323

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8539 W 21st St N

+1 316 721 1000

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Customer service was great! Vehicle was a little dirty inside.

4.0 Mediocre

J, Nov 2023

People mover

KAYAK
I liked that the guy called me as soon as they opened. I didn't like that they didn't have a vehicle for a 1-way trip like kayak said they did.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything was great.

Cons:

no complaints

6.0 Okay

Gail, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very efficient staff

Cons:

Car was dirty. .Their wash bay wasn’t working apparently.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

We registered online and received a confirmation number. Arrived at Enterprise on a Thursday only to find out that we did not have a car reserved but were placed on a waiting list, 11th in line on the list and wouldn't have a car available for us until Monday afternoon or Tues. If there are no cars available, the website should not reserve vehicles they do not have! We ended up going to a dealership and buying a car. So frustrating!!!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

They did not have the car I reserved.

1 out of 8

Dollar

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Wichita

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Lc Pending Close Dec 1st

+1 866 434 2226

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National

10.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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2280 S Eisenhower Airport Pkwy

+1 833 828 5709

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
My initial pick up was late, but was made better by help from Meredith Castorena. Thanks!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2021

KAYAK
Best car rental experience ever!

1 out of 1

Alamo

8.3

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.1

One location in Wichita

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2280 S Eisenhower Airport Pkwy

+1 833 828 5708

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10.0 Wonderful

Camille, Oct 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Very fast and friendly service.

10.0 Wonderful

Jonathan, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

very fast process to get the car.

Cons:

The car smelled. I had to open windows. It was mostly fine by the second day.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes/yes

Cons:

NA

7.6 Good

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Less expensive

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The vehicle met our needs and then some.

Cons:

Nothing

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

The desk clerk gave me an option of a Suburban or a Ford Expedition. He recommended the Expedition based on gas mileage and comfort. We felt it was the right choice!

1 out of 4

Thrifty

8.0

Very Good

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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Wichita

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2280 S Eisenhower Ap Pkwy

+1 877 283 0898

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Lc Pending Close Dec 1st

+1 877 283 0898

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

1 out of 1

Payless

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

3 locations in Wichita

Locations in Wichita

2280 S Eisenhower Airport Pkwy

+1 316 941 9414

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3550 N Woodlawn Blvd Suite 400

+1 316 252 0051

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8335 East Kellogg Drive

+1 316 847 6188

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Fast helpful and car was clean

8.0 Very Good

David, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Car was a bit old (almost 30,000 miles and had several dings and dents and smelled like smoke.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

It was perfect

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

No one was there when I showed up, so it would have been better if someone were working when I showed up to get the car.

4.4 Mediocre

Arthur, Oct 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

There were only 3 of us in line, I was the third. There was only one agent working Avis first and Payless as a “side job”. The gentleman was polite and apologetic but the lady in front of us couldn’t get the credit card machine to approve her cc. It took 20 minutes while the rest of us had to wait. They could have had two working the counter. We got a late start. The car was perfect

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
I was charged another 21. Dollars when I returned the car full of fuel. No explanation of what the charge was for. Overall I satisfied with the rate and the car provided

Avis

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

6.7

3 locations in Wichita

Locations in Wichita

2280 Eisenhower Parkway

+1 316 946 4882

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3550 N Woodlawn Blvd Suite 400

+1 316 252 0046

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8335 East Kellogg Drive

+1 316 681 1487

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Nice.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
I made a reservation through your site but there were no cars when I got there. I was stranded at their office and ended up having to fly home. You should never have made the reservation if there were no guaranteed cars

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
I have used Avis and even had a previous high level on their loyalty program. With that said the Chevy Blazer I rented in Witchita Ks to Arlington Tx was sub par. The car was dirty and a plain basic vehicle. I won’t rent another one. On the flip side my experience with Avis team was exceptional. I will also say that my rental from Maine to Washington DC was outstanding, the car and people were great.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Car was dirty Avis customer service gave misleading advice on the phone

4.8 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Awful location for a car rental business. Tiny office/ waiting room; barest bones imaginable. First offered minivan was a Toyota Siena stripper in poor shape. Lots of dings, rubs, scratches, scrapes, even front plastic fascia was detached near the left headlight indicating some kind of contact. Worst part: vehicle didn’t have a remote key fob. Swapped for a 2018 Dodge Caravan GT. Even though vehicle was on the lot, it wasn’t rental ready. Empty bottles and trash. They quickly took it to the back to clean it up while I waited. Because the guys that man the counter are the same guys that do the garage stuff, they are woefully undermanned. Operating on a shoestring? Eventually vehicle was presented. Still had miscellaneous garbage in it. While driving it home to load up in the drizzle I discovered the rear wiper was malfunctioning; it had been twisted 180 degrees so it wiped the body below the window instead of the glass. I returned it. Did I mention the lousy location? Only one way to access their location; if you make turn down the wrong street, even with their lot in sight, there’s no way to get there because of one way strays, closed gates, etc. You have to retrace your route to start again. I had to go in into the office. A guy came out to the car with. with me. They flipped the wiper arm over. I didn’t have time to quibble. I took it as is. I got it home in the driveway to load up. Noticed front tire and rear tires were not same brand and relatively worn, and all air stems were missing their twist on caps. Oh well. During the trip I had to use wipers almost the entire time. Yep, you guessed it. Noisy chattering drove everyone crazy. On Thanksgiving Day, in a small town I found an auto parts store. Bought and installed new wiper blades on my rental. Fixed it! Good clean and silent wipers for the first time in four days. Also bought some window wipes to clean up the filthy front and rear window interiors. At least the car worked well. I’m in the process of having Avis reimbursement me for the wipers. Bottom line: Avis corporate needs to do a better job protecting their brand. The location I used was no better than “Economy Motors” not something I expected from Avis.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The reservation was booked online and a confirmation number was provided. Upon arrival at Avis there were no vehicles available. This left me completely without a vehicle. This is absolutely unacceptable! The business model needs a serious review on how reservations are handled!!! I learned my lesson to never book with Avis!

Budget

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.5

5 locations in Wichita

Locations in Wichita

1812 South Seneca Street

+1 316 239 7000

Monday08:00 - 22:00
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1895 Midfield Road

+1 316 866 3850

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2250 North Ridge Road, Ste100

+1 316 729 7979

Monday08:00 - 22:00
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2299 South Airport Road

+1 316 866 3860

Monday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
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8144 E Kellogg Dr

+1 316 681 0650

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
They tried to upcharge me and add on insurance even after I buy online

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Professional Staff Competitive rates Clean car Quick service

10.0 Wonderful

jose, Sept 2022

KAYAK
The a counter people was really nice

8.0 Very Good

Amy, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

A

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes,

Cons:

Nothing

3.6 Poor

Toby, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Well i never rented the vehical and still got charged for the insurance and never got a refund so ya not really happy with the services either way wish i would have never used this website to preorder a vehical

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Wichita

Locations in Wichita

Wichita Mid-Continent Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Wichita

Locations in Wichita

2280 S Eisenhower Airport Pkwy

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147 travellers who rented a car in Wichita gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8

Car hire locations in or near Wichita

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Standard

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Wichita car hire information

Pick-up locationWichita
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Hire locations29
Airport locations13