With so many awesome things to see and do, especially off the beaten track, it’s a wise idea to rent yourself a vehicle while in Colorado. The Denver International Airport boasts a dozen car rental companies all nearby, within a free shuttle ride to/from Jeppesen Terminal.
Because of the choices available, you’ll be able to find a range of vehicles, prices, and customer service. Companies are located by each other on East 78th Avenue, which resides on airport property. It’s less than a 10-minute shuttle from the main terminal. All provide free shuttle transportation to customers and are open 24 hours per day. There are a few of them that have on-site counters directly at Denver International Airport (DIA), though you’ll still take a shuttle to pick up your car.
Pick up and drop off for all car rental courtesy shuttles occur at Jeppesen Terminal on Level 5, Island 4, outside doors 505-513 (east side) and 504-512 (west side). View a map of the car rental lots available from the official website for D.I.A., flydenver.com.
Note that if you take E-470 or another toll highway, a photo will be taken of your license plate and sent to your vehicle’s registration address for collection. This will be paid when you drop off your rental car. Toll roads can be avoided in Colorado, there are multiple free routes to/from the airport.
Here are the car rentals available around Denver Airport, in alphabetical order:
Hertz Rent A Car Rental
Hertz offers several special features to entice you to choose them. In addition to their 24/7 airport location on East 78th Ave, they have a kiosk available directly in D.I.A. to help facilitate the checkout process. On top of the normal myriad of vehicle rentals, Hertz offers hybrid models. Their NeverLost® GPS is award-winning and allows you to travel with unlimited WiFi for up to 5 devices.
Unique services at this branch include ski racks, booster seats, child seats, infant seats, and vehicle upgrades. Services include Prestige, Gold Canopy, and Gold Choice. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards members are allowed to skip the counter and paperwork and head straight to their car. Join for free and get additional perks like complimentary spouse driver and members-only promos.
24890 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-3800 | hertz.com/…
Avis Car Rental
Open 24 hours, Avis rents cars to those 21 years and older. Adults aged 21 to 24 are charged an additional fee per day and require an honored credit card and a valid driver’s license. Take Door 510 or 512 on Level 5 and follow to the bus stop for a complimentary shuttle to get your car.
For large groups, they offer a passenger van rental, which can fit 12-15 people comfortably, plus ski equipment. Or choose a smaller minivan rental perfect for families, an SUV, a convertible, or a Jeep. Long-term vehicles are available for those staying multiple weeks or more.
25500 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-5500 | avis.com/…
SIXT Car Rental
SIXT provides a premium and reliable car rental service at Denver International Airport, located just a short 7-minute shuttle ride from the Jeppesen Terminal. The Denver branch features a high-end fleet of vehicles from renowned brands such as BMW, Audi, and Toyota. Customers can choose from a wide range of sedans, SUVs, and convertibles, making it ideal for both urban travel and mountain excursions. Whether for a quick weekend getaway or a long-term rental, SIXT offers flexible options to suit every need.
SIXT operates daily from 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. to midnight, with a 24-hour return service available. Known for its quick service and streamlined rental process, SIXT consistently delivers a smooth and professional experience. Its modern vehicle selection and excellent customer service make it a top choice for travelers arriving at Denver International Airport.
23790 E 78th Ave, Denver | 888-749-8227 | sixt.com/…
Budget Rent a Car
Budget has a rental counter in the main terminal at baggage claim, convenient for those flying into Denver. Note that you will still take a shuttle out to pick up your car. Like Avis, Budget will rent to those 21-24 years old with an added fee per day. They offer a range of vehicles from luxury cars to SUVs, Jeeps, vans, and other affordable automobiles. Use their Fastbreak Service to save time on pick up and drop off.
24050 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-9001 | budget.com/…
Dollar Car Rental
Dollar provides a robust fleet of non-smoking auto rentals, including cars, SUVs, minivans, and pickup trucks. It’s open 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Returning customers should join their EXPRESS Rental Program. You’ll receive faster service and programs tailored toward business travelers. Like its name implies, Dollar is known for affordable car rentals.
23520 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 866-434-2226 | dollar.com/…
Alamo Rent a Car
Also open 24 hours, Alamo provides an online check-in, self-service kiosk, and ‘skip the counter’ option. They aim to make your experience simple and convenient. You can start your online check-in with only your date of birth and driver’s license details. Mark the options you require, such as a car seat, GPS, ski rack, or snow tires, to ensure availability.
Combine online check-in with skip the counter to head straight to your car. The self-service kiosk allows you to avoid lines at the agency and get to your car faster as well.
23842 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-7373 | alamo.com/…
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
This popular car rental company is well known for its slogan, “We’ll pick you up.” But that doesn’t mean they will deliver a car to you, just get you back to the office where your vehicle awaits. With 24/7 hours and only a short shuttle ride from Jeppesen Terminal, Enterprise is a solid choice for customer service and a range of vehicles at everyday low prices. Download their Enterprise App to help manage your bookings.
24530 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-7350 | enterprise.com/…
Fox Rent A Car
Situated a short shuttle bus ride from the main terminal, Fox Rent A Car provides a wide array of discount rentals. Choose from late model economy cars and family sedans, minivans, and SUVS, and other automobiles. Fox is located on East 75th Avenue, unlike the others on 78th, however, it’s still the same distance to D.I.A. It’s also 24 hours.
24558 E 75th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-214-7955 | foxrentacar.com/…
Thrifty Car Rental
Thrifty is another 24/7 discount car rental at D.I.A. It’s operated by Dollar, as clearly evidenced by the verbiage on their website that they couldn’t make unique. In fact many of these companies listed are run by one company, which you can tell if you visit their matching websites.
However, if you just need a dependable rental car at an affordable price, Thrifty is well-suited for the task. You won’t even need a credit card to rent from Thrifty. Choose from subcompact cars, sedans, SUVs, trucks, and vans.
23586 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80216 | 877-283-0898 | thrifty.com/…
National Car Rental
National Rent A Car provides what you need for safe travel in Colorado. They have a reliable choice of late model cars, after-hours return, drop and go return, plus a beneficial rewards club. Join the free Emerald Club and receive access to Emerald Aisle, which allows you to pick any rental car available on the aisle and pay only the reserved midsize rate.
The club is aimed at making your rental experience as fast and effortless as possible. Earn a point for every day you rent, and after 7 days, you get 1 free.
24530 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-7373 | nationalcar.com/…
Payless Car Rental
Like its namesake, you’ll ideally pay less here. It’s open seven days per week from 4:30 AM – 12:00 AM, so keep in mind that if you are arriving after 11 pm at D.I.A., you might be cutting it close. Free shuttles are available, however, you’ll just need to call for pickup.
A direct line phone is available at the Jeppesen Terminal’s rental counter. Payless Rent A Car provides a big fleet of discount rentals to choose from, including compacts, sedans, crossovers, SUVs, minivans, passenger vans, convertibles, and pickup trucks.
25340 E 78th Ave, Denver, CO 80249 | 303-342-9444 | paylesscar.com/…
Those are the twelve major car rental companies serving Denver International Airport. You can find more information on renting cars, other transportation options, and parking at flydenver.com/parking-and-transportation.
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