KAYAK’s insights & trends for Kansas City Airport car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Kansas City Airport with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Kansas City Airport?
You should book your rental car in Kansas City Airport around 72 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Kansas City Airport?
Hires in the Medium category (Class Special Car or similar) are the most popular option in Kansas City Airport, costing $159/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $106/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kansas City Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kansas City Airport is January at an average cost of $81/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Kansas City Airport when prices are $124/day on average, which tends to be 123% above the yearly average hire price for Kansas City Airport.
Kansas City Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Kansas City Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
4WD
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$60 - $110
All Car Types
$108 - $165
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Kansas City Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in Kansas City Airport?
Small car hire in Kansas City Airport typically costs around $86 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $60 per day, which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 38% cheaper than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Kansas City Airport typically costs around $110 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $86 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 20% cheaper than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Kansas City Airport typically cost around $117 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $94 per day, which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 15% cheaper than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV rentals in Kansas City Airport typically cost around $137 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average $115 per day, which is about 17% less than the yearly average. SUVs are usually the same price as an average rental in Kansas City Airport.
Van hire in Kansas City Airport typically costs around $202 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average $128 per day, which is about 37% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 33% more expensive than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Kansas City Airport typically costs around $111 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average $75 per day, which is about 33% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 19% cheaper than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Kansas City Airport typically costs around $162 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $120 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 16% more expensive than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in Kansas City Airport typically costs around $204 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $105 per day, which is about 49% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 33% more expensive than the average car hire in Kansas City Airport but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Medium
Top tips for hiring a car at Kansas City Airport
Finding locations for car hire at Kansas City Airport is a little different to other international airports, as there are no car hire desks in the airport’s arrivals terminal. However, there are shuttle buses available that can take you to the car hire facility that is located a couple of miles down the road, around a 5-10min transfer from outside the terminal.
Kansas City Airport car hire is a better and more convenient option for those wanting to travel both around the city and the surrounding areas. Kansas City has an excellent public bus service, but is still predominantly a car-driven city, with wide highways and an easy-to-navigate road network. The options you have for car hire from the airport far outweigh the public transport options, as they alleviate the reliance on bus schedules as well as only having a select number of destinations from the airport to choose from. Hiring a car will give you more freedom without having to factor in time waiting for buses.
After arranging a vehicle through car hire at Kansas City Airport, getting into the city is extremely simple. As soon as you’ve picked up your vehicle and are on your way, it takes only around 22min on average to drive to the city from the airport. Depending on where your car collection point is located, you can navigate your way out of the car hire facility via London Drive or Madrid Avenue and connect onto Cookingham Drive / NW 120th Street which links to I-29 S all the way to downtown.
If you’re looking at car hire at Kansas City Airport, it’s important to be aware that the car collection points are separate to the areas in which you need to return your vehicle. A shuttle bus service will take you to the collection point from the airport terminal, but upon return you need to follow the clear signposts directing you to the return points for each car hire company; they are located on Paris Street and Madrid Avenue.
Book your car hire at Kansas City Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Kansas City Airport
What documentation do I need to arrange car hire at Kansas City Airport?
If you need to hire a car at Kansas City Airport, you must provide a valid driver’s licence, a government-issued form of identification such as your passport, and a major credit or debit card for payment of the deposit and for any extra charges should they be incurred later. Additionally, you will need your reservation number from your online booking to start the process.
What special services do car hire companies at Kansas City Airport offer?
Car hire companies at Kansas City Airport provide a range of special services on top of the normal hire service; this depends on the deal that you have selected. For example, if you hire a vehicle with Dollar, you can get free cancellation anytime on some deals and a free additional driver if you want to share the driving responsibilities. Some companies will also throw in free breakdown assistance, but this does depend on the deal you choose. Added extras for a supplementary cost include satellite navigation systems and child seats.
What vehicle options do I have when hiring a car at Kansas City Airport?
You can hire many types of vehicles at Kansas City Airport, with an appealing range to fit most drivers’ needs. For the cheaper deals, large vehicles that can fit 5-7 passengers and hold extra baggage are the most popular, especially for family holidays. National, Budget and Avis have reasonable rates when it comes to large vehicles. While compact and medium sized vehicles are available at good rates particularly with Alamo, Avis and Dollar. You can even hire an American style pick-up truck; check out deals with Alamo, Enterprise and National.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Kansas City Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Kansas City Airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, Payless, and Thrifty.
Kansas City Airport car rental reviews and directory
They seem to be struggling with having cars ready for reservations. I think my agent tried to give me at least two or three cars and by the time they got to finalize it the car had be taken by someone else. I finally got a small Ford truck which did what I needed to get from point A to point B.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2026
Standard
No issues encountered at all during rental process from end to end.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2025
Intermediate
The agent on duty was very helpful, nice and accommodating
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2025
Full-size
I rented a fullsize car. They were out so they gave an suv. Never received a receipt but was charged an additional $154. Not sure why. Was told I wouldn’t be charged for the bigger car
2.0 Poor
Matt, Aug 2025
Pick-up truck
Renting through the app was fine. Trying to discuss changing with Avis was horrible! Good luck trying to speak with someone who speaks clear English and actually lives in the US. Still trying to get a charge, that I thought was cancelled, reversed. Horrible customer service and NOBODY to go physically talk to. I'll NEVER attempt to rent from them again.
2.0 Poor
Dan, Jun 2025
Supplier choice
I booked the car for $167 and they charged me $210
Need on-site parking for those renting a vehicle just for the day for the renter’s personal car.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
People mover
Our flight arrived at midnight. I noted this when looking for a car. We were dropped off by the airport transport to the car rental facility in Kansas City. There was NOBODY there in the whole facility. Nobody at Dollar. Nobody at any counter. We sat in what resembled an empty shopping mall for 2 hours with my 83 year old mom in a wheelchair and 4 kids at midnight just trying to find a way out of there. No Uber had space for 7 of us. Customer service at Dollar wouldn't answer the phone. Customer service at Hertz quoted us $357 for 1 day to rent one of their vehicles just to get out of there, just to come back the next morning and get our actual rental, pre-paid for at Dollar. Nowhere in our pre-travel emails did it say that when we arrive there wouldn't be anyone to give us our van. Why would you rent a van to someone who stated they were coming in at midnight when you knew you wouldn't be there to provide? Two security guards and an exit gate attendant at Alamo working graveyard helped us as much as they could to get us out of there. We finally were able to snag a van with Alamo for $140 for the night just to get to a place to stay for the night. We had to drive an hour back the next day, on Easter mind you, to get our Dollar rental. Drop off was fine and the vehicle was fine and the manager on duty was able to help with some compensation which was appreciated. Travelers be warned however, vehicle rental past 6pm at KC airport with Dollar or Hertz will leave you stranded and alone.
My car smelled of cigarettes and then they charged me a smoking fee. I don’t smoke!
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
Our guy who helped us was a retired man. I wish I knew his name. He was extremely helpful in every way. He deserves to be recognized for his outstanding customer service!!! Please take the time to track him down to thank him.
2.0 Poor
Brian, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
They tried to slip in an extra $80 charge for my car. When I asked them what it was for and attendant named Ashley made me wait for 30 minutes to speak to her supervisor. When I finally get to the supervisor all he did was make stupid dad jokes about how his day was going. He called me into his office, did not invite me to sit down, and spent 10 minutes determining that he has no idea what Ashley was doing. When I asked if this was of any concern— That his employees are just charging customers, large sums of money with no Justification, he just stared at me., And aggressive. Never go with her. Every couple years I Go with them because of a low price, and I get reminded why this is such a shitty company.
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Standard
Easy pick up and drop off. Staff were friendly and pleasant to deal with.
4.0 Mediocre
Kyle, Mar 2024
Intermediate
The engine in my rental car needs service. The engine light came in and the engine stalled twice!! I couldn't get Sevastopol things done on my trip because I was afraid to drive the car and have it break down somewhere. I should get a discount for this!!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2022
Charge me extra 23usd for hidden fee. And the cars outside was very dirty
My far it was the easiest most convenient experience I have had at any car rental company in Kansas City.
1 out of 1
Sixt
8.0
Very Good
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
8.0
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
575 London Drive
+1 888 749 8227
Monday
07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Thursday
07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday
07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Sunday
07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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10.0 Wonderful
J, Apr 2026
Compact
the experience was fine. i arrived with a bad back needing assistance from the driver. the wait was fine at the counter. the clerk Esperanza was friendly and professional. the rental was fine, and when i needed to extend it a few days it was handled efficiently. so all in all it was a good experiencearrii
8.0 Very Good
ERIC, May 2025
Full-size
expensive. But people were nice and courteous.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2024
People mover
The van drove nice for our trip. Check out and your damage app along with lot attendants were horrible inadequate and completely useless. After pointing out additional damage unseen by sixt to the rental van before even starting it. I had to wait to get attendants over to document the damage I pointed out that wasn't on your damage list. Was told after their pictures that I was good to go. While returning the van....attendant told me I was good to go mr brian and assured me the "new damage" I'd pointed out 10 days earlier was on his app. Imagine my surprise 3 days later when sixt sent me a bill invoice email for $1505.00 to repair the "t-bone" damage I pointed out to them! Remit by sept 25th....Outrageous!!!! Didn't sleep at all that night. RUINED MY VACATION VIBES IMMEDIATELY!!! After 2 separate phones calls I got ZERO explanation from sixt or an apology. Was just passed on to another automated phone system until all offices were closed for the day. The next day I spoke to an emotionless drone at sixt claims department and had 9 separate photos and time and gps tagged that I was still in their lot with damaged vehicle at tge ready... I may get an attorney for reimbursement of my rental and vacation as well as emotional distress. Zero stars and would NEVER recommend or rent from sixt again!!! Way to run off a guy about to retire with lots of trips planned✊👈 I believe that they tried this on me because they were so inept at previous check in when van was damaged....they sent me a bill just to see if I'd pay like some idiot would. Corporate greed met it's match.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Compact
The check in was quick and very easy, the staff member helping was fantastic and had recommendations for dinner in the area. The car was brand new and clean and had that new car smell. Return was as easy as check in and the staff was friendly and helpful then as well. All around a great experience.
10.0 Wonderful
Charlie, May 2024
People mover
The agent I worked with at the counter when picking up the vehicle was excellent, and I am sorry, but I don't have her name handy. Hopefully, you all can see that from the paperwork and will give her kudos, as she did a fantastic job and was super friendly and helpful. She is a valuable asset to your company. I watched her work with the customers before me, and they left with the same sense of gratitude that I had when I finished working with her. Especially after the day I had been traveling.
Payless
6.3
Okay
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.5
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
1 Nassau Circle
+1 816 464 2100
Monday
07:30 - 23:5900:00 - 02:00
Tuesday
00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 23:59
Thursday
00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 23:59
Friday
00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 23:59
Saturday
00:00 - 01:0007:30 - 23:00
Sunday
07:30 - 23:59
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Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2025
Passenger van
Great
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Mar 2025
People mover
We could have had a spare in the trunk caught a flat.
10.0 Wonderful
Edgar, Aug 2024
Pick-up truck
The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The car was clean, pick up and drop off for simple.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
They added on charges that amounted to 178.00 more. That increased the cost by almost double!!
2.0 Poor
Fritz, Jun 2024
Standard SUV
Booked “standard suv” category and received a banged up old minivan instead. Car was disgusting outside and especially inside! Took forever to receive the car and then even longer to get out of the gate due to their system freezing up. Not impressed at all!
6.0 Okay
Jodi, Apr 2024
Economy
Getting from baggage claim to Payless terminal had to stand in long lines to get on the bus. The customer service agent was very nice and friendly. We ended up getting an electric car, but never told us about what charging stations we could use being not familiar with that type of electric car and where the charging stations were a big problem wasted a lot of time during our driving experience, trying to find chargers that would work.
Budget
5.9
Fair
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
5.8
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
703 London Drive
+1 816 243 5757
Monday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Thursday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Friday
00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 22:00
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
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Reviews
4.0 Mediocre
Taylor, Jun 2026
Premium coupe
When I got to the counter, I was told that my car insurance that I purchased through kayak would not be acceptable for their car. I would’ve liked to know that before or not been offered additional insurance online.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Mar 2024
People mover
Didn't have the class of vehicle I reserved. I was stuck with a much larger vehicle or risk waiting who knows how long for the vehicle I had reserved.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Economy
I reserved an Economy car, I got an SUV, I paid over $26 more in fuel than I wanted. If they can't provide the car reserved they should not advertise they have one so I could have moved onto another company. You should not support companies that cannot provide what has been requested.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2022
Spent several hours on hold, sent several emails. Need received Final receipt
Resla
10.0
Wonderful
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
7505 NW Tiffany Springs Pkwy
+1 480 439 4079
Opening times not available
Filters
No reviews available
Easirent
4.5
Mediocre
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.5
Value for money
5.1
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Opening times not available
Filters
No reviews available
Arow Enterprises Corp.
No score available yet
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
648 Madrid Ave, Kansas City
+1 833 338 3316
Monday
00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 23:59
Thursday
00:00 - 23:59
Friday
00:00 - 23:59
Saturday
00:00 - 23:59
Sunday
00:00 - 23:59
Filters
No reviews available
North Car Rental
No score available yet
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
1 Nassau Circle
+1 816 243 6100
Opening times not available
Filters
No reviews available
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
648 Madrid Ave
Opening times not available
Filters
No reviews available
VIPCars Recommendation
No score available yet
One location in Kansas City Airport
Locations in Kansas City Airport
1 Nassau Cir, Kansas City, , USA Missouri
+1 914 368 0091
Monday
07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday
07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday
07:00 - 23:00
Thursday
07:00 - 23:00
Friday
07:00 - 23:00
Saturday
08:00 - 20:00
Sunday
08:00 - 20:00
Filters
No reviews available
258 travellers who rented a car in Kansas City Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8
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