Car rental at Memphis Airport

Car rental at Memphis Airport

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Top tips for hiring a car at Memphis Airport

  • If you book a car rental at Memphis Airport, you will be provided with an easy way to move throughout the city. Memphis is not known for being particularly walkable or for having an extensive public transportation system, so driving is one of the best ways to get to where you need to go. Having your own vehicle will also make it easy to store any sports equipment or luggage that you may be traveling with.
  • There are several different models that you can choose between for your car rental at Memphis Airport. If you will be traveling with several other passengers or are planning on spending some time in the nearby mountains, you can opt for a standard or full-size SUV. When driving throughout the city center, a compact vehicle is a convenient option, as it will make it easier to park and drive through narrow streets.
  • Once you are ready to return your car rental at Memphis Airport, you can do so by bringing it back to the location where you first picked it up at the Ground Transportation Center. Most rental car companies that have branches at the airport keep their fleets in this area, so make sure to look for your specific brand. As you start to approach the airport by car, you will find signs that will help to guide you to the drop-off area. Depending on which specific company you choose to rent a car with, you may have the option of dropping your vehicle off outside of normal business hours.
  • Memphis is a popular destination amongst travelers, so its roads can often be congested. To prevent yourself from getting caught in a traffic jam, plan on picking up and returning your rental outside of rush hour, which is generally between 6 and 9 am and 5 and 7 pm. Some major roads tend to be busier than others, and these include streets like Interstates 175 and 240.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire at Memphis Airport for $176 or less
  • Book your car hire at Memphis Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car at Memphis Airport

  • What are the documents that I need to rent a car from Memphis Airport?

    To book a Memphis Airport car rental, you are required to provide a few different documents to your rental company of choice. For example, all customers must have a driver’s license that is valid and does not expire during your rental period. If you do not have a license that was issued from the United States, you may be able to use either an international license or a foreign license. Make sure to check with your rental company ahead of time to see what type of license is accepted. You will also want to have your passport with you in case a photocopy needs to be kept in your file.

  • Does the rental car center at Memphis Airport offer amenities or services for customers?

    The rental car center at Memphis Airport is equipped with public restrooms that all customers are welcome to use. There is also a sitting area if you would like to rest for a few minutes while waiting for all your paperwork to be finalized. The center is accessible for travelers with limited mobility, and airport employees are available to help you make your way to your company’s desk if you will need additional assistance.

  • How do I get to the rental car center at Memphis Airport?

    The rental car center can be found in the Ground Transportation Center. To head here, go to the lower level of the B Terminal and follow the signs that are labeled Rental Cars. Once you have reached the Ground Transportation Center, you will see signs that will point you to your individual company’s desk.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Memphis Airport?

    On average a rental car at Memphis Airport costs $176 per day.

  • What is the best rental car company at Memphis Airport?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company at Memphis Airport is Alamo (7.6, 67 reviews).

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Memphis Airport?

    The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Memphis Airport to off-airport locations is Payless.

Memphis Airport car rental reviews and directory

Alamo

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.4

One location in Memphis Airport

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Locations in Memphis Airport

2495 Winchester Rd

+1 844 370 9801

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Mar 2023

KAYAK
Memphis is the absolute worse place to rent a car

4.0 Mediocre

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The car smell like tabaco or weed

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very Clean And Very Up To Date Meaning New Vehicle And Very Safe .

Cons:

All good Very nice

8.0 Very Good

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes. They were backed up but accommodated as quickly as they could

Cons:

Be better about mask useage. Both wearing them and wearing them properly.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff at pick up and at drop were very helpful.

Cons:

Nothing.

6.8 Okay

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy drop off, alamo on the phone was super helpful

Cons:

Customer service at Memphis Airport Alamo was horrendous on pick up day. Rude agents, unable to answer simple questions. No one wearing masks. Instead of being helpful or understanding, they were rude and demeaning.

1 out of 31

Hertz

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

5.9

One location in Memphis Airport

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Locations in Memphis Airport

2495 Winchester Road

+1 901 345 5680

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2022

KAYAK
Girls at the Memphis off were so awesome.

2.0 Poor

Nov 2022

KAYAK
Really frustrating. They would not honor the reservation made through kayak because it was made the same day and dropped off in another city (all of which was stated in the confirmed reservation). We had to find a rental with another company. They were completely unhelpful!

8.0 Very Good

Nov 2022

KAYAK
Pickup took too long and was told once I checked in it would be an hour before a car was available. It only took 15 minutes. Dropoff was simple and easy!

8.0 Very Good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
The car was good but it was not cleaned before we received it. It was very expensive for what we got. The service was great. Very easy to pick up and drop off.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2022

KAYAK
They took 300 $ out of my credit card with no reason and they didn’t send the receive yet

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2022

KAYAK
Friendly, helpful, made sure I had an appropriate vehicle given the icy conditions when I arrived. Easy and friendly drop off.

1 out of 31

Dollar

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.1

Value for money

5.6

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2491 Winchester Road

+1 866 434 2226

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:59
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7.9 Good

Jun 2021

KAYAK
Pick up was not good at all. Had to wait 4 hours after my reservation time to get my car which me late for everything else

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

They closed at 10. People were there who said they left office at 8:30. Left everyone stranded.

8.0 Very Good

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was solid and comfortable.

Cons:

Tire pressure, windshield fluid, radiator fluid and working radio. Picking up in Memphis was not a pleasant experience.

4.0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The drop off was easy

Cons:

The pick up was horrible.

2.0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

nothing

Cons:

not surprising customers with a $150 interior cleaning charge

2.0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The staff, pickup experience

1 out of 22

Thrifty

4.3

Mediocre

104 reviews

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.2

Value for money

5.0

One location in Memphis Airport

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Locations in Memphis Airport

2491 Winchester Road

+1 877 283 0898

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
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2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

No staff was not friendly, Thirfty didn't have any cars/trucks available. Told us we could be put on a waiting list and sit and wait for someone to maybe return a vehicle. This is unacceptable for you to allow a reservation for a specific time and there be no cars available. There were a lot of customers up there waiting. We cancelled the reservation and went with another company.

Cons:

Everything could have been better. I will never attempt to rent from them again. Horrible customer service. Horrible way of doing business. I will recommend them to anyone ever

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

I made the reservation for the vehicle 2 months prior to the pick up date. When we arrived in Memphis Airport we were told there were no vehicles available. The Thrifty agent said they were cleaning vehicles when they came in and it would be approx 2-3 hours before a vehicle was available!! We waited almost 3 hours for a car!!!!! The Thrifty agent was completely matter of fact and didn't even apologize for the inconvenience. I will NEVER rent from this company again!

Cons:

The entire experience!!!!!

2.0 Poor

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

the staff was friendly and accomodating

Cons:

it was a 3 hour wait for a car. actually, they couldn't give us an actual time on how long it would be until our car was ready. the only good thing was that the lady working the counter allowed us to cancel our reservation without any questions asked (good on you, whoever you are!!). we went to another company and they told us that they do this ALL THE TIME

4.0 Mediocre

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

staff helpful as they could be this is the second time renting a car from thrifty in memphis both times average wait 1.5 hours to pickup. Overbooked, cars not cleaned and ready

6.0 Okay

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was ok. The pickup attendant was rude.

Cons:

Better customer service at pickup

2.0 Poor

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

How about been open! They aren’t open past 2 on Saturday. Unacceptable to rent not knowing these hours.

1 out of 26

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very Good

88 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.8

One location in Memphis Airport

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2495 Winchester Rd

+1 833 898 2149

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly even though he was super busy. Car was clean and nice- almost new. Check car back in was very easy and fast

Cons:

Has to wait a little longer to get the rental once I arrived but not unreasonable long I guess

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Blake was awesome!

Cons:

nothing, it was great

6.8 Okay

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Bro I found a strangers loaded gun in my car how are they not gonna refund me for that?! Like, how can you be COVID-clean and not find the handgun someone left in the centre console???

Cons:

Less loaded firearms.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was extremely easy.

Cons:

The rental component has moved up to the garage as a result of Covid. The process was a bit slower than what is typical, but not unduly so.

6.0 Okay

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Drop off was mediocre , customer service over the phone if told me with restriction if I am later 1 minutes after 11:29 pm I will be charge . I made it 11:27 and they’re trying to rip me off with charge after a long day of frustration and make me wait longer than I suppose too ....

4.8 Mediocre

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Nice car

Cons:

Key fob battery was low. Coolant was low. Tires needed balanced - the car vibrated at highway speed.

1 out of 17

Avis

6.7

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.2

One location in Memphis Airport

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2491 Winchester Rd

+1 901 345 2847

Monday06:00 - 22:0000:00 - 01:30
Tuesday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 22:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:0000:00 - 01:30
Friday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 22:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:3006:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:0000:00 - 01:30
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4.0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off

Cons:

The car that I picked up in Memphis was filthy. It smelled and clearly hasn’t been cleaned, never mind sanitized and during a pandemic. I only noticed the extent of the dirty condition after my departure from the airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

It was a very easy car rental. As soon as I walked up to the Avis rental agent she asked for my last name, took my I'd and credit card and I signed the agreement via the terminal and I was able to quickly leave. The car was very clean and very comfortable. It drove very well. Plus it was a nice looking car. Also the agent was very friendly.

Cons:

They switched the type of car I had agreed to when I made the reservation. At first it was a Galant but they changed it to an eclipse although I liked the eclipse better. It was a small SUV. Since I had a one way they said the Galant wasnt available for a one way rental. I was surprised they held an extra $150.00 on my credit card in addition to the rental price until I brought the car back on time which I did. I don't remember seeing the hold fee at the time the reservation was made. After I returned the car I remember hearing the agent say it would take several days for the hold fee to drop off. The vehicle had these very dark smudges around the back. It was dimly lit in the garage where I took possession of the car. So when I drove out I stopped and took a video of the car and photos. I did this to make sure I was protected and that they would not claim that I had committed any damage that was on the car before I took possession. It appeared that at some point someone had black duck tape around the back because I could see where large pieces of tape had been peeled off but this thick sticky residue remained. It didnt bother me because the car still drove fine but I sent a photo to Avis Facebook messenger with my confirmation number to let them see it. Regular washing would not take that off. Maybe a special type of chemical could remove it. The car had been washed but the tape residue was still there and very noticeable. Last, I picked up the car at the Memphis International Airport. I should have been informed that I go the 1st floor, instead of the 2nd floor, to process the rental because the 2nd floor is only for people with an Avis Preferred account. After the paperwork is processed on the 1st floor, I then had to go to the 3rd floor where the vehicles were kept to get the car.

2.0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

ABSOLUTELY NOTHING

Cons:

Staff was rude and disrespectful... Car was reserved and when I proceeded upstairs to retrieve someone was loading their luggage in it. Charges were added to the change in reservation that were not added downstairs on the original.

8.0 Very Good

Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Ease of access

Cons:

Upon drop off there was no one around to explain what to do. Just made assumption we were to leave keys in car.

7.2 Good

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The pick up process at the counter was very slow. I waited at least 20 min. Or more.

Cons:

The vehicle was not well cleaned, but ok. I picked up a day earlier than on the reservation, so was just happy they could accommodate me.

2.4 Poor

Aug 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

On pickup they tried charging me three different rates until I insisted on the rate I reserved. Then, my car smelled horribly like smoke. So I exchanged it for a different one. Apparently they never logged it out correctly bc they called me the next day and asked me for the info on the keys and asked which car I had. When I tried to attach my wizard number they told me I could but it would be a lot more expensive. So much for being a preffered member! After bringing my car back I was in a hurry and grabbed my receipt and ran. Later looking at the receipt they gave me somebody else’s receipt. Overall, employees who are out to scam you and who just don’t care at all. I would and will try someplace else in the future.

1 out of 14

Budget

5.9

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

5.6

One location in Memphis Airport

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2491 Winchester Rd Suite #104

+1 901 332 2222

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 22:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was nice! Which I suppose is the most important part. Clean, odor-free, got a size upgrade, which as a 6’3” man I appreciated. Drop-off was easy and the employee at the Jackson location couldn’t have been nicer.

Cons:

It literally took longer for me to pick up my car in Memphis than my incoming flight from Atlanta took. It was well over an hour before keys were placed in my hands due to a slow moving line at the pickup counter (my representative was lovely, but had to constantly stop service to assist the other representative. Lovely gesture, slowed down service), and then once I got upstairs to the pickup counter, the crew in the garage could not have been any less helpful. My car was ready, but I had to wait another 30-45 minutes in the line just to be talked to to simply pick up my keys. I hate being that sort of Karen, but there is a line where the service becomes so terrible I can’t keep it to myself. Especially after having to travel last second for a family emergency, this lack of service and consideration for my time and business will keep me from booking Budget in the future unless it’s the only option available, especially at Memphis.

9.6 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was nice in every category

Cons:

Not much

8.0 Very Good

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Free upgrade

Cons:

Cleanliness of vehicles and line wait time

2.8 Poor

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Do not rent with Budget. They ruined our trip. They did not have the size car that we reserved. They did not call us to say they did not have it. We were uncomfortable in the car they gave us.

2.0 Poor

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Closed an hour early left me with no vehicle. The following morning stated they have no cars including the one i reserved anywhere in Memphis and that was it. No help to get a different vehicle. I ending up getting the same class vehicle for about the same price on the same day via Alamo. My company will never use Budget again.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Each budget location is franchised and their computer systems do not connect. Memphis gave me a wrong reservation number on the paperwork and Chicago could not find my reservation so they did not want to let me return the car. They told me it was up to me to get the correct information fromMemphis.

Cons:

It has been 3 days since I left the car at budget and they still did not close the reservation because they said Chicago's computer is not able to access information from Memphis.

1 out of 13

Payless

5.7

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

5.4

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Locations in Memphis Airport

2491 Winchester Rd

+1 901 346 4781

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
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9.2 Wonderful

Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Could not find a Payless agent, Finally discovered Avis agents could help

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Helpful staff

Cons:

The car itself had a trunk that did not open conventionally which was hard to figure out how to open without a google search

6.8 Okay

Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly, car was clean, everything worked.

Cons:

1. No car was available when we arrived, in spite of my efforts earlier to ensure there would be. We were lucky that a car appeared within 20 mins. 2. The air pressure warning was on the entire 8 days. I added air to all tires but the warning persisted. 3. Too much time spent waiting for receipt to be printed upon our return. Avis doesn’t seem to try harder anymore.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

absolutely nothing

Cons:

go with anyone else but them

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Smooth, no problems.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. They are horrible.

Cons:

When I arrived to pickup the car at 1pm on a Thursday there was no one at the counter and there had not been an attendant for some time. The rep from Avis at the next counter gave me the same deal since no one was working at Payless. Also, when I called to inquire about a baby car seat the automated phone system required that I provide an "Access Code", whatever that is, to complete the call and I was not able to get anyone on the phone to assist. I will never use this junk company again.

1 out of 17

National

9.0

Wonderful

5 reviews

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

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Locations in Memphis Airport

2495 Winchester Rd

+1 844 370 9812

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

May 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Super easy pickup and dropoff. Brand new vehicle.

Cons:

Called a few days ahead to change my pickup to one hour earlier, but reservations told there was no availability and the price would change. When i arrived 30 minutes early anyway there were multiple vehicles available and the Memphis team were happy for me to drive off in one.

1 out of 1

Eagle Rent A Car

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One location in Memphis Airport

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Memphis airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Memphis Airport

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2495 Winchester Road

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2495 Winchester Rd, Memphis, , USA Tennessee

+1 914 368 0091

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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865 travellers who rented a car in Memphis Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.2

Car rental locations at Memphis Airport

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Most popular agency

Payless

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Average price

$176/day

Good deal

$176/day