Car hire at Birmingham Airport

Driver's age: 26-65

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Most popular car type

Economy

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Birmingham Airport car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Birmingham Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Birmingham Airport?

You should book your car hire in Birmingham Airport around 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Birmingham Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Birmingham Airport are Avis (7.2, 28 reviews), Budget (7.1, 24 reviews), and National (10.0, 1 review).
Avis
Avis
Rated 7.2/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 7.1/10
National
National
Rated 10.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 9.5/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Birmingham Airport?

Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Birmingham Airport. Standard cars in Birmingham Airport cost R764/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R764/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Birmingham Airport?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Birmingham Airport is January at an average cost of R768/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Birmingham Airport when prices are R1 107/day on average, which tends to be 2 028% above the yearly average hire price for Birmingham Airport.

Which car hire company in Birmingham Airport has the most locations?

Alamo, Avis, Budget and Dollar operate 1 location each in Birmingham Airport, more than any other car hire company.
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Top tips for hiring a car at Birmingham airport

  • There are many benefits of renting a car for your trip. The most obvious is rental cars' comfort and convenience, which public transportation cannot match. With enough space for seating and storage, you can bring all your gear in a rental car. Moreover, a rental vehicle allows you to explore this city's hidden gems, including those beyond where the tarmac ends.
  • If you are looking for the best car to drive in Birmingham, consider booking the best-rated vehicles at this location. Intermediate SUVs and compact cars are the best-rated vehicles at Birmingham Airport (BHM). Intermediate SUVs are great for family trips, while couples and solo travelers will enjoy driving around in a handy compact car.
  • If you are a physically challenged driver, you can get adapted vehicles from car rental providers at Birmingham Airport. Most providers have ensured that no driver is left behind, and the vehicles can be retrofitted to meet your needs. For instance, pedal extenders, hand controls, spinner knobs, and swivel seats are part of the additions that can greatly improve the experience for physically challenged drivers. For blind drivers, providers will allow you to register an additional driver for free.
  • If you wish to rent a car at Birmingham Airport, avoid doing so during the peak hours of the airport. The airport is usually very busy and congested during peak hours, and you might not like the overall experience. Otherwise, the airport is usually quiet, and things run smoothly. The peak hours are usually on the weekends, between 4 am and 8 am and between 1 pm and 4 pm.
  • Book your car hire at Birmingham airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about hiring a car at Birmingham airport

  • Where are the car rental companies located at Birmingham Airport?

    You can get car rentals at Birmingham Airport from the baggage claim area of this airport. Once you arrive at Birmingham Airport, leave the secured area and head into the Arrivals Hall. From the Arrivals Hall, follow the signage to the baggage claim area of the terminal. Once you're in the baggage claim area, look to your right, and you will see the car rental stations at this airport. 11 car rental agencies serve BHM, and all have their location onsite, with their rental cars available on the lot outside the terminal building.

  • What documentation is required for car rentals at Birmingham Airport?

    There are two main documents needed for car rentals at Birmingham Airport. The first is the driver's license. Your driver's license is important for several reasons. First, the driver's license allows you to legally rent and drive a car in this city or country. Second, a driver's license acts as a valid form of ID, depicting your name and photo. Lastly, your driver's license shows you have met the minimum age requirements for renting a car. If your driver's license is not in the Latin alphabet, you will need a certified translation or an international driving license from your home country. You will also need a credit card in your name to get Birmingham Airport car rentals.

  • What are some acceptable modes of payment for car rentals at Birmingham Airport?

    Credit and debit cards are the most readily accepted modes of payment for car rentals at Birmingham Airport. Credit cards are readily accepted compared to debit cards. With a credit card, providers only require a valid form of ID to verify that it is your card before they can accept payment. With debit cards, some providers will assess your creditworthiness before accepting payment from a debit card. Other providers might ask for proof of a return flight ticket before you can rent a car with a debit card from this location. And all providers usually require you to be at least 25 to make payments for car rentals with a debit card.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Birmingham airport?

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

Birmingham Airport car rental reviews and directory

 
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Avis

7,2

Good

Read 28 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

7.3

One location in Birmingham Airport

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Locations in Birmingham Airport

5900 Messer Airport Highway

+1 205 599 0685

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Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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10,0 Wonderful

Charoenchai, Jun 2025

Full-size

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Rental coverage to include insurance, damages is good, make driver comfortable although no incident happened. Pickup and return process is much simple, and cost is budget-friendly. One possible improvement is to have 4 rubber plates under driver and passengers' feet. When there was dust, small dirty from sands/gravel, it was difficult to remove/clean them.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Hidden fees and charges not in the agreement. Double the quoted cost

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

KAYAK
In my opinion, I would not recommend to anyone a different car rental place than Avis. I dealt with enterprise a lot They don't care about your opinion. And they try to nickel and dine you to death Also, they try to blittle you. They make you feel uncomfortable and at.Avis, always had the better deals. Cleaner cars and great staff.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

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Check in and check out was easy. There was a car waiting for me and it was even nicer than I reserved!

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

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Pros:

Drop off was quick but it looked like both the workers at the booth wanted to be anywhere other then there.

Cons:

It took awhile to pick up the car because the front desk was understaffed. The vehicle smelled heavily of smoke the interior driver and passenger side doors where cut up and the seats were stained and filthy. The front windshield had two big chips in it and there were scratches all over the vehicle. Lastly, someone took the floor mats out of the vehicle and never returned them. I will NEVER RENT FROM AVIS AGAIN and I strongly suggest you don’t either.

10,0 Wonderful

Marlene, Apr 2021

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Cons:

The only issue I had was finding your office. Once I found it - the service was fast and helpful.

1 out of 10

Budget

7,1

Good

Read 24 reviews

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.1

One location in Birmingham Airport

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Locations in Birmingham Airport

5900 Messer Airport Highway

+1 205 322 3596

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
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10,0 Wonderful

Mark, Apr 2025

People carrier

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Perfect vehicle for what we needed. We got a hybrid as a bonus. Very clean. Drove well. Nice van for a wedding weekend shuttling people around

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Pick-up truck

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Horrible experience. My reservation was not what I received. Staff was rude.

10,0 Wonderful

Michele, Nov 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Overall great experience. Quick and easy pick up and drop offs, great value, and friendly staff. Will definitely rent with Budget again, thank you!

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate

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Person at the counter in BHM was not nice at all. Really ruined the experience for me

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Pick-up truck

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Thank y’all very much

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Staff was amazing and car was perfect!

1 out of 8

National

10,0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Birmingham Airport

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5900 Messer Airport Hwy

+1 833 886 0849

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9,5

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.5

One location in Birmingham Airport

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5900 Messer Airport Hwy

+1 833 886 0848

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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Alamo

7,6

Good

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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.6

One location in Birmingham Airport

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5900 Messer Airport Hwy

+1 833 886 0850

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

People carrier

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Great

8,0 Very Good

Nicholas, Jun 2024

Standard

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Pick up with amazing super helpful. Though in the end, there was never anything in the car that said Alamo. So when I went to drop off, I couldn’t remember which brand I had used so I had to look that up and at the airport that we dropped off at there was literally no direction and no attendant to help, I think it’s an airport issue, but it was confusing . And then I never received a final invoice via email like they said.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Premium SUV

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Blake, our check-in attendant, was excellent.

10,0 Wonderful

Curtis, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was great - quick and easy and rep was polite.

Cons:

Had to ask the rep at pick up to note the obvious vehicle damage onto my rental contract.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff both departing and returning were great. Needed Suv and was given as promised

Cons:

The only negative was there were no floor mats or paper sheet covers for the interior floorboard. The place I was going was rural and muddy, so I had to constantly lay down towels or garbage bags to keep the interior floor carpet clean.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy drop off

Cons:

Slight delay at pickup

1 out of 4

Dollar

7,0

Good

Read 18 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.7

One location in Birmingham Airport

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5600 Airline Drive

+1 866 434 2226

Monday08:00 - 23:59
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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

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The rental process was easy. The drop off process was confusing with lack of signage on where to return car and parking garage was one way so there was no turning around if needed. The price was good and the employees, especially return employees were friendly. The car had a loose sensor on the back bumper and caused it to alarm any time the car was reversed. the sensor indicator could be turned off, but reset every time the car was turned off and had to be changed each time again. That was annoying and could have been avoided if any employee backed the car up after the last return, they would have definitely noticed it. I did report it when returning the vehicle and they stated they would take a look at it. Overall, positive experience.

8,0 Very Good

Fidelia, May 2024

Standard

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Staff at pickup was slow, but nice when finally got to counter. Staff at drop off was excellent. Vehicle was good.

10,0 Wonderful

Steve, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Competent staff.

Cons:

Price has gone up substantially in the past year.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

They need to stay open later for late flight arrivals. Otherwise, great experience!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and courteous. Drop off was super easy.

Cons:

I didn't get the car quoted, but I had a very good substitution. I realize what one wants is not always available at the time.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Not enough staff working. Waited an hour in line for a rental I had reserved several weeks in advance. Additionally, I was double charge. I am currently working on how to correct this.

Cons:

Better speed on processing customers. Better billing system.

1 out of 6

Hertz

5,6

Fair

Read 20 reviews

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

5.7

One location in Birmingham Airport

Locations in Birmingham Airport

5900 Messer Airport Hwy

+1 205 591 6090

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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4,0 Mediocre

THOMAS, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

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NEVER ANY CARS FOR LATE NIGHT PICK UP. EVERYTIME PICK UP A CAR THERE IS A LONG WAIT.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The wait for a car would have been 2 hours. There were no cars available, I had a reservation but that did not matter. Employees not truthful! I completed the initial paper work that included paying A security deposit if 500 dollars. I CANCELLED MY RESERVATION AND WENT TO AVIS THAT WAS 10 STEPS TO THE LEFT OF HERTZ FRONT COUNTER. Berminham Airport. You have morons working for you. This is your review and do not contact me, if you do I will expose you on social media and start a campaign of ni or using Hertz

2,0 Poor

Ryan, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

They were clear that a lack of inventory and local conditions were the culprit.

Cons:

Had no cars so I didn’t get this rental.

2,0 Poor

Wes, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The price of the rental.

Cons:

The car almost made me sick every time I had to drive it. It smelled very strong of cigarettes. There was no one at the drop off location or at the counter.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The man at the service desk for the pickup was extremely friendly and personable, and the only reason I didn’t feel entirely cheated by my experience.

Cons:

There is no mention of the additional security deposit at any point prior to making the reservation, even if you pay for the vehicle ahead of time, and they will attempt to force you into paying a cancellation fee if you’re unable to cover the surprise $200 deposit. Make purchasers aware, before wasting their time.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy return etc. Upgrading to a bigger car was nice.

Cons:

Nobody likes Dodges.

Payless

5,0

Fair

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

5.9

One location in Birmingham Airport

Locations in Birmingham Airport

5900 Messer Airport Hwy

+1 205 591 7020

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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2,0 Poor

Tara, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Newer car and clean

Cons:

The Payless was closed and Avis had many issues with the Initial rental

Thrifty

4,0

Mediocre

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.0

One location in Birmingham Airport

Locations in Birmingham Airport

5600 Airline Drive

+1 877 283 0898

Monday08:00 - 23:59
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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2020

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Cons:

A REFUND ON MY CANCELLATION

Easirent

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One location in Birmingham Airport

Locations in Birmingham Airport

Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Birmingham Airport

Locations in Birmingham Airport

5900 Messer Airport Hwy

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VIPCars Recommendation

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One location in Birmingham Airport

Locations in Birmingham Airport

5527 Airline Dr, Birmingham, , USA Alabama

+1 914 368 0091

Monday00:00 - 23:59
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163 travellers who hired a car in Birmingham Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.8

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