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Driver's age: 26-65

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Top tips for renting a car at Pensacola airport

  • Whether you’re flying into Pensacola International Airport (PNS) for business or adventure, you’ll want to explore the Gulf Coast in style. Luckily, you can rent a car right from the airport. Car rental at Pensacola Airport should be at the top of your to-do list if you want to explore the vibrant Pensacola Bay, sugar-white beaches, and historic sites your way. From luxury cars to compact models, you can always find something to match your vacation style through the KAYAK website.
  • You’ll find car rentals next to the baggage claim section right in front of the terminal building. Main offices are situated at 2430 Airport Blvd. When the time comes to fly back home, return the vehicle to the same place you found it. Use navigation features or follow the signs reading ‘rental car return’ on the way to the airport. Drive into the car lot at the baggage claim area, take your luggage, and leave the keys at the rental desk. You might need to record the fuel level and mileage according to the agreement. It should be mailed to you shortly afterward.
  • Many residents prefer to go to downtown Pensacola and nearby beaches by foot, so you can expect relatively heavier pedestrian traffic. Watch out for people crossing the roads or marine life nesting on the beach parking. Pensacola Airport car rental lets you relax in your seat and eliminates the hurdle of waiting in line for public means of transport. During the peak hours, in the morning and evening, make a point of leaving early so you can make it to your destination in good time.
  • During the rental period, you’ll be responsible for all toll payments. Certain rental companies provide an optional e-toll service that allows you to drive through tolled bridges, highways, and lanes. Rental vehicles are specially equipped to process tolls electronically. All you have to do is agree with the rental supplier on how to access this program. You might have to share your credit card information to process the related fees.
  • Book your rental car at Pensacola airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car at Pensacola airport

  • What conditions must you fulfill to pick up a car rental at Pensacola Airport?

    Rental qualifications apply to all renters at the time of picking up the cars. To avoid misunderstandings, have your ID or passport, credit card, and license matching the name on the reservation. If any doubts arise, the administrators may ask you to cancel and re-book a rental. Make sure your driver’s license is in your name, and the driving record is safe. For most companies, the minimum age for renters and their additional drivers is 21 and 25 years, respectively.

  • Are there any guaranteed reservations at Pensacola Airport car rental?

    Sometimes you want to ride in a specific convertible, minivan, or SUV when heading to certain locations. At the point of booking, check for cars that have been highlighted for guaranteed reservation. Such bookings are usually secured with a credit card. If you change your mind, follow the cancellation policy of your preferred car rental at Pensacola Airport.

  • What mode of payment is acceptable for car rental charges at PNS Airport?

    Review the T&C concerning credit card acceptance at PNS car rentals. You must meet all the requirements at the rental desk regardless of the prepayment method. Credit cards are the most preferred form of payment. Find out from your rental supplier the specific type of credit cards they accept. Avoid gift cards and prepaid debit cards during pick-up. The provider might evaluate your creditworthiness depending on the rental policy if you present a debit card (only at locations accepting this card). They will also request another form of identification. It is best to offer the same mode of payment you used during your online reservation for identification reasons. Confirm whether you need to give proof of return flight ticket at the airport location.

  • What is the best rental car company at Pensacola airport?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company at Pensacola airport is Budget (6.7, 58 reviews).

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Pensacola airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Pensacola airport to off-airport locations include Ace, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, Payless, and Thrifty.

Pensacola Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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Dollar

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.5

One location in Pensacola Airport

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2430 Ap Blvd

+1 866 434 2226

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The price on Kayak was for a managers special. Which they make an electric car then charge nearly 100 to “upgrade” to an automatic. Complete rip off. All the staff were courteous but the whole thing is a corporate scam.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
My car was cancelled because my flight was cancelled by American Once I arrived in Pensacola the next morning my car rental was cancelled I’ve been trying to get refunded for the rental It was paid with my Affirm account

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Drop off was smooth. Had to wait 45 minutes waiting in garage for car! Car had strong odor that wouldn’t go away, even after leaving windows open for hours.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
Not much room for luggage.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Since I needed a car, it was good. The counter person was dismissive, just did the basics, explaining both (such as do I bring it back filled or not?, THAT was important and expensive), then handed me paperwork with instructions to go to the Dollar kiosk in the garage for my keys and vehicle. No one has entered the Dollar kiosk in that garage in quite a whlie. No employee present anywhere near, I wandered around, found the car, still no help. 15 minutes later a car driver brought a car in and saw me, directed me to the HERTZ kiosk for my keys. She actually got the keys for me. I wish I had her name. The car was not clean, had several minor things that no longer worked, nothing that affected drive ability and I was already hours late. Little, annoying things. And the oil change notice kept coming on at odd times. It was NOT worth that kind of money.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off easy.

Cons:

Dollar window was closed so we had to go to Hertz who took their customers first. Car was very stinky and the key fob went dead half way through our trip and we had to stop and replace it as we were afraid the car wouldn't start or we wouldn't be able to lock or unlock it at a stop

1 out of 6

Budget

Best rated

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

6.7

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2430 Airport Boulevard

+1 850 432 5499

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

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Good

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The car was fine. Budget was deceptive regarding the Toll Fees. I was asked if I wanted to pre-pay for Toll's and I declined as I was told I would receive something in the mail. They are now trying to charge me $17.00 for "Toll Convenience Fee" when the toll itself was only 3 dollars.

6.0 Okay

Jennifer, Mar 2024

Luxury SUV

KAYAK
Friendly staff. Vehicle smelled strongly of cigarette smoke. Because of this exchanged the Vehicle to different one and the new one also smelled VERY strongly of cigarette as well... also the 2nd vehicle only had a small amount of gas in it when we picked it up.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Supplier choice

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I didn’t successful pick up the vehicle and ended up having to rent from a competitor. When we chose “supplier choice” I didn’t realize that my only option would be a mini van or an electric car. Lesson learned.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Car was great but charhes me $100 more than checkin quote.

2.0 Poor

Ryan, Sep 2022

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I waited for over 2 hours for my vehicle at the airport and then waited another 30 minutes in the garage only to find out literally the only vehicle they had was a minivan and not the truck I needed. 3 other people went after me and picked up other vehicles but for some reason they singled me out and literally just ignored me while I waited patiently. The staff were not clear in what the problem was nor was there any sort of management or sense of urgency. I want a refund for wasting my time, giving me a terrible large oversized vehicle for me just one person, for my one vacation I take a year, and doing nothing to treat me as a customer or person. They could have easily given me a small car or suv but said no when asked.. minivan only. They also messed up on the booking and added a day before I even picked it up.

1 out of 15

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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2430 Airport Blvd

+1 844 370 3976

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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Thrifty

8.8

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

9.2

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Ap Blvd

+1 850 477 5553

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
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7.2 Good

Nicole, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Our rental ended up being through hertz since i guess they all share a counter down there. So not really any interaction with Thrifty.

Cons:

JUST DON'T USE PRICELINE. HORRIBLE HORRIBLE COMPANY TO WORK WITH. Especially during covid.

9.2 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff very friendly. drop off simple as a man in the garage was able to accept the key.

Cons:

didnt like that I was told, after charged, that the option I chose for gas meant thst I had to pay for a full tank of gar regardless of how much gas I left in the tank, and that I had to pay for the priveledge.

10.0 Wonderful

Lydia, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes the staff was extremely helpful and friendly, I definitely would come back in the future. The whole process went smoothly and I am extremely satisfied.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

No windshield wiper fluid

7.2 Good

Zegherix, Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was very easy.

Cons:

My reservation has for 1600, but they had no cars available and I, along with several others, waited an hour before they started being able to give people cars.

10.0 Wonderful

Old Church, Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful both during car pickup and dropoff. Top rate people! Even when our plane was delayed the person on the phone was very helpful in keeping our car for another day. It was a great experience.

Cons:

Honestly, the experience was a 10+ all around.

Alamo

8.7

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.4

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Blvd

+1 844 370 3977

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful the drop off was easy as well.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The windshield was covered in large bird poop. The inside of the windows could all use a good cleaning

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Simply, easy process. Helpful staff. Fair price

Cons:

I didn't really like the car we got. Not Alamo's fault, just didn't like that particular car

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Car stank of marijuana - the worst kind of smell ever in the fabric of the car It never went away the entire trip. And the kids couldn’t stand it. Horrible every single tome we used the car. Umbearable - why would Alamo rent a car like this to anyone? Big mistake especially with kids

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2022

KAYAK
It couldn't have been easier to rent the car. Very happy with the service.

8.0 Very good

Kevin, Nov 2021

KAYAK
The only issue with the car was a low tire pressure indicator that stayed on for the entire rental period. Otherwise it was a painless experience. No hidden price surprises, and everyone was very friendly.

Hertz

8.5

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

8.3

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Blvd

+1 850 432 2345

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2021

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My flight changed so I got there earlier. They didn't have the car I'd asked for, so had to pay a lot of upgrades, including an extra day because I was 2 hours early. Check in was very slow because salesman spent time trying to upgrade everyone in line. Other than that they were perfect

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything

Cons:

The Mustang convertible was excellent only way to make it better would have been to stay longer

8.0 Very good

Laureen, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Great staff

Cons:

Better rates

10.0 Wonderful

James, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Quick and easy pick up and drop off

Cons:

All expectations were met. The return lot is a little tricky to find but there is a green line on the road to follow to the return lot that makes it much easier.

2.0 Poor

Dan, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Our trip was canceled because of travel restrictions and the Covid 19 virus. we gave Hertz over a 48 hour notice but they still charged us $100. Customer service soo bad, it Hertz.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2023

KAYAK
On pu we waited for about an hr. When looking over to other agencies, their lineups were just as long yet they got through them quickly.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.7

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Blvd

+1 833 740 1721

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Will not rent w enterprise again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

We waited in line for two hours. Understaffed. Cars unavailable. Had to go to another company and pay more since it was last minute.

Cons:

Horrible experience. I don't want to start my vacation with a two hour wait in the line for a rental car only to leave without a rental car!!

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Checking n to get the car kinda sucked. There was one counter person working and he could only process one rental about every 6 minutes. With 6 people in front of me...you can do the math.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Loved the GMC. Want to buy one. Great ride

Avis

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.1

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Boulevard

+1 850 433 5614

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
It was excellent, the van was nice and clean, staff are nice

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. No cars available.

Cons:

Dont let me reserve a car if none are available.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes, very easy pickup and drop off and person checking me out was very friendly and sfraightfoward.

4.4 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

We booked an SUV online but were told they didn’t have any available. In fact they didn’t have any cars at all. We had to wait about 3 hours (there were several other who we’re waiting as well) for a car to be returned and cleaned. This put us off schedule and we missed our appointment.

3.6 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Despite having a reservation, had to wait in line at counter for over 45 minutes, as three agents were handling all rentals for Avis, Budget, and Payless, and none of the three seemed to have cars ready. After finally making it out to the garage, had to wait another 30 minutes because the car assigned to me was not ready—over an hour after my scheduled (reserved?) pick up time. Received a hybrid vehicle and did not appreciate the engine cutting off at every stop and the lack of power on the road. On return, only one guy was on duty trying to check in all the cars being returned. This operation is a joke; avoid it at all costs!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Super long wait to pick up, took one hour. Customer service was horrible. Didn’t have the car available that I had a reservation for. Gave me an alternative car that was super small and uncomfortable. I also returned the car early because my trip changed and didn’t get any credit for it being in 2 days early

American Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.4

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Blvd

+1 850 542 8600

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
After I confirmed and my card was charged, they called me to cancel stating they did not have any cars available and it was a glitch but I haven’t been refunded my money that was charged.

2.0 Poor

Brenda, Oct 2022

KAYAK
We did not get the car because the night before we were called and told we could not rent unless we were flying although I booked at least two weeks before.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Spent almost an hour at the desk for pickup, and I was the only one there. Bother employees were new, and didn’t know exactly how to click through all the screens/forms. They were nice and friendly, but company shouldn’t leave them to hang like that. Not to mention I shouldn’t have to wait that long.

10.0 Wonderful

Jason & Monique, Jun 2022

KAYAK
This was a last minute rental, and everything worked out perfectly. We even got a free upgrade (from compact to SUV). Would definitely rent from them again.

Ace

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

101 S New Warrington Road

+1 850 607 7000

Monday08:30 - 16:00
Tuesday08:30 - 16:00
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Payless

6.2

Okay

One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Boulevard

+1 850 434 7908

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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Ace Rental Cars

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One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

101 S New Warrington Road

+1 850 607 7000

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AutoEurope

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One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

Pensacola International Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Blvd

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VIPCars Recommendation

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One location in Pensacola Airport

Locations in Pensacola Airport

2430 Airport Blvd, Pensacola, , USA Florida

+1 914 368 0091

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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172 travelers who rented a car in Pensacola Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7

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Most popular car type

Intermediate