Car hire at Champaign University-Willard Airport

Driver's age: 26-65

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Intermediate

Top tips for hiring a car at Champaign University-Willard airport

  • A great feature of traveling to a smaller airport such as this is that the customer service counters and the rental cars available for rent are all on-site and easy to access. To find the customer service counters for the rental car companies that operate at this airport, you can proceed right from the baggage claim area to their location inside the terminal building. Once you have picked up your contract and your keys, you will find your car rental at Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI) just outside the exit for baggage claim in the adjacent parking lots.
  • Returning a car rental at Champaign University-Willard Airport is as easy as renting the car in the first place. As you approach the airport on Highway 45 there will be ample signage showing you where the airport complex is. Once you are there, head to the same parking lot where you picked up your rental car and then park the car, note your mileage and gas level, lock the car, and then drop your contract and your keys in the provided lock box for your rental car provider.
  • Even though this is a smaller airport serving a relatively small town, there are still a couple of transportation options to get you from the airport to the center of the city. This includes public bus service as well as taxi service from the airport. The problem with the public bus is that it's not set up for a large group of travelers that may be carrying a lot of luggage. A taxi is a good option unless you need to make several trips during your stay, at which point the cost is going to get exorbitant. When you take all that into account, you will see that a car rental at Champaign University-Willard Airport is a great choice for transportation.
  • Because this is a smaller airport, the airport is generally not overly busy, making getting a Champaign University-Willard Airport car rental an easy procedure. That said, you will find busier times during the morning and evening rush-hour periods, especially on a Friday afternoon when people may be traveling into the city for a weekend. That makes the idea of making a reservation with one of the on-site rental car companies a great idea, so you know that there will be a car waiting for you upon your arrival at this airport.
  • Book your car hire at Champaign University-Willard airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about hiring a car at Champaign University-Willard airport

  • What documents are required to rent a car at this airport?

    If you are a resident in the United States, you will only need to present your valid driver's license to the rental car company to rent your car. If you are traveling here from another country, most rental car companies will want a second form of identification to complete your rental.

  • Am I allowed to go to Canada or Mexico during the term of my rental?

    While most rental car companies at this airport will allow you to take your rental car into Canada with no restriction, chances are you cannot take the car into Mexico. Even when you do bring it into Canada, you must notify the rental car company in advance so that they can give you an insurance card for non-residents.

  • What are some of the amenities travelers can expect to find when renting a car at this airport?

    A nice feature of having rental car counters right inside of the terminal building is that travelers can utilize all the amenities of the airport while they rent their car. At this airport that includes restroom facilities and water fountains, some great dining options, an ATM in the terminal, charging stations for your electronics spread throughout the terminal, and a conference room that is available by appointment.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Champaign University-Willard airport?

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

Champaign University-Willard Airport car rental reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

9,0

Wonderful

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9.0

Comfort

9.0

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9.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Champaign University-Willard Airport

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Locations in Champaign University-Willard Airport

11 Airport Road

+1 217 359 5413

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful!

Cons:

Hours are somewhat restrictive ... closing at 5p seems early!

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The car was about 1/8 below a full tank. And then the car showed that one of the rear tires was very low which I didn’t notice until I was off the lot but it made me a bit nervous while on the highway.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,1

Okay

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Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.6

2 locations in Champaign University-Willard Airport

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Locations in Champaign University-Willard Airport

11 Airport Rd

+1 833 516 2248

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1804 South Neil Street

+1 217 351 1400

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2,0 Poor

Sara, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

EVERYTHING! Rented car through Kayak/Priceline, but the location rented from in Savoy had ZERO cars available - at all - and could NOT honor reservation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

8,4 Very Good

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

A great value for the money!

1 out of 1

Alamo

6,0

Okay

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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

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6.0

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6.0

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11 Airport Rd

+1 833 516 2247

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

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Our confirmed reservations were not honored. After driving for over an hour to location to pickup car we were told there were not available. Confirmed reservation were worthless.

Cons:

If we had gotten a car per our reservations.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

It was great, there wasn't a line i was in and out. The gentleman upgraded me at no extra cost, some the best customer service I've had in a while

1 out of 1

Budget

4,9

Mediocre

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Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.9

Value for money

5.4

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11 Airport Way

+1 217 378 8584

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Car was NOT available!!!

1 out of 2

Avis

4,6

Mediocre

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Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

4.6

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11 Airport Road

+1 217 359 5442

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2,0 Poor

Kevin, Sept 2024

Economy

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I had a terrible experience with Avis at Willard Airport in Champaign-Urbana. Despite booking months in advance and confirming twice, I was left without a rental car. The manager, DeAndre McPherson, assured me the keys would be set aside for my late arrival, but on the day of my flight, I was told this wasn't possible, and he was on vacation. I tried to resolve it with another rep, even becoming a preferred member, but nothing worked. Avis failed to inform me of options ahead of time, causing major travel disruptions. Terrible communication and management.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

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1 out of 1

National

2,0

Poor

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2.0

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2.0

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2.0

Value for money

2.0

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11 Airport Rd

+1 833 516 2246

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2020

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Pros:

The staff didn't do anything bad.

Cons:

The staff didn't do anything bad because no one was there. So no staff, no car, no rental.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

5,2

Fair

Best rated

One location in Champaign University-Willard Airport

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707 North Mattis

+1 217 359 3746

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Easirent

4,6

Mediocre

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University of Illinois Willard Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Champaign University-Willard Airport

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Airport Rd 11

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20 travellers who hired a car in Champaign University-Willard Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.6

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Champaign University-Willard Airport car hire

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How far in advance should you book car hire in Champaign University-Willard Airport?

You should book your car hire in Champaign University-Willard Airport around 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Champaign University-Willard Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Champaign University-Willard Airport are Hertz (9.0, 2 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.1, 2 reviews), and Alamo (6.0, 2 reviews).
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 9.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 6.1/10
Alamo
Alamo
Rated 6.0/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 4.9/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Champaign University-Willard Airport?

SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Champaign University-Willard Airport. SUV cars in Champaign University-Willard Airport cost R1 220/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R871/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Champaign University-Willard Airport?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Champaign University-Willard Airport is January at an average cost of R829/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Champaign University-Willard Airport when prices are R1 316/day on average, which tends to be 2 167% above the yearly average hire price for Champaign University-Willard Airport.

Which car hire company in Champaign University-Willard Airport has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 2 locations in Champaign University-Willard Airport, more than any other car hire company.
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