Fort Walton Beach car hire

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Most popular car type

Mini

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Fort Walton Beach car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Fort Walton Beach with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Fort Walton Beach?

You should book your car hire in Fort Walton Beach around 77 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Fort Walton Beach?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Fort Walton Beach are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.3, 23 reviews), Hertz (7.6, 11 reviews), and Avis (0.0, 8 reviews).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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Rated 6.3/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 7.6/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 0.0/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Fort Walton Beach?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Fort Walton Beach. SUV cars in Fort Walton Beach cost R1 604/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R715/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Fort Walton Beach?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Fort Walton Beach is January at an average cost of R728/day. June is the most expensive month to hire a car in Fort Walton Beach when prices are R1 278/day on average, which tends to be 2 182% above the yearly average hire price for Fort Walton Beach.

Which car hire company in Fort Walton Beach has the most locations?

Hertz operates 4 locations in Fort Walton Beach, more than any other car hire company.
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Fort Walton Beach car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

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Verified travelerOct 2024
They seemed to be very low on Car rental availability in the Destin area, so book before you go. But don't prepay to save money. If you prepay and something happens and you don't pick up on you set day they cannot give you credit back for that missed day. If you're flying in pay the extra and have pick up at the airport not an offsite location.
Verified travelerJul 2024
Rent a safe vehicle witha company directly. No 3rd party service.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Fort Walton Beach

  • Most travelers come to Fort Walton Beach to seek out its white sand beaches and fish in the tropical waters along North Florida’s Gulf Coast. Renting a car in Fort Walton Beach will give you the flexibility to explore every mile of the beautiful shoreline, from the June White Decker Public Beach Park, the Gulf Islands National Seashore, or the Henderson Beach State Park. In addition, you have numerous golf courses throughout the area just a short drive away, as well as parks, museums, and aquariums. A trip to Pensacola, home to one of the world’s biggest naval museums, the National Naval Aviation Museum, is also worth a visit. The area has a large offering of waterfront dining to try some of the area’s fresh seafood, but you will need a car to get to many of these places. Renting a car will also ensure that you have all the space to lug your beach, fishing, or golf gear and get fully into vacation mode.
  • The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is the main airport serving Fort Walton Beach. Car rental offices can be found next to the airport’s baggage claim. Simply proceed to level one of the airport. Once you have the keys to your Fort Walton Beach rental car, take the Interstate 85-S for an 8-mile drive south to Fort Walton Beach.
  • While driving in Fort Walton Beach, be sure to use your headlights from dusk until dawn, according to Florida state rules. If you experience problems, dial *FHP for Florida Highway Patrol. There are a few cycling routes to be aware of around Hurlburt Road, so keep an eye out for cyclists. Be wary when driving in the evenings, and always have a designated driver if planning to consume alcohol.
  • Rush hour in Fort Walton Beach mostly affects Highway 98, especially during school season. The most congested driving time is between the hours of 7am and 8am, but the highway can remain blocked up until 10am. Keep this in mind if you’re on a schedule or trying to catch a flight.
  • Intermediate hire cars in Fort Walton Beach are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Fort Walton Beach

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Fort Walton Beach?

    Choosing a car rental in Fort Walton Beach is not only about freedom and flexibility but also about having your dream vacation. Book a convertible to feel the Florida sun on your face as you beach hop. Or take the road less traveled with a 4x4 SUV with tons of extra space for all your fishing gear. Or maybe this is the time to go all out on vacation and rent a luxury car to complete the trip.

  • What’s the speed limit in Fort Walton Beach?

    The speed limit in Fort Walton Beach is 25mph, while on the highways across most of Florida the speed limit is 60mph. There are no speed cameras in the city, but Fort Walton Beach Police are known to wait in parking lots around the city to give out tickets to speeding drivers.

  • Where are the best places to park in Fort Walton Beach?

    One of the great things about Fort Walton Beach is that there are plenty of options for free parking around the city. If you feel more secure leaving your car in a secure parking lot, the city has a paid parking app system for city parking lots. The main exceptions to free parking are along the popular Crystal Beach and Gulf Shore Drive. Here you can expect to pay a rate of $5 every 5h, with parking is forbidden from dusk to dawn.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Fort Walton Beach?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Fort Walton Beach?

    A Mini car hire in Fort Walton Beach costs R2 036 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Fort Walton Beach?

    A Standard car hire in Fort Walton Beach costs R1 308 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Fort Walton Beach?

    A Special car hire in Fort Walton Beach costs R1 525 per day, on average.

Fort Walton Beach car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,3

Okay

Read 23 reviews

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Fort Walton Beach

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Locations in Fort Walton Beach

1701 Hwy 85 N

+1 833 740 1724

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:00

99 Eglin Parkway Ne

+1 850 243 4446

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday12:00 - 15:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Standard

KAYAK
Enterprise booked my reservation for noon on October 5. Their branch closed at noon. When I called at 11:45 to let them know that I would be a few minutes late as taking our luggage took longer than anticipated, they told me to try to switch my reservation to a different enterprise branch without making any calls for me or helping in any way. I contacted another branch who let me know that they were completely out of cars and wouldn’t be able to accommodate me. When I called back to the branch that I originally booked with around 12:05, I was greeted by an automated voicemail that told me that the branch was closed and to call back during normal business hours. I called back as soon as the branch opened the next day, and they let me know that they had cancelled my original reservation and that they wouldn’t be able to honor my initial rate. Very frustrating experience that left my family without a rental for > 24 hours and cost us a fortune in Ubers.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
I did not appreciate Having to use a taxi to get to the rental site.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
They don't take debit cards. I was unable to use their services.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

People carrier

KAYAK
The staff was very nice and tried to be accommodating. The first problem we encountered was the location was not at the airport where we thought it was. We had to take a long taxi ride for six of us to the second enterprise location, of course we had to pay for that. I traveled with my three daughters, my wife and my mother-in-law. We had a lot of luggage for our 10 day trip to Florida.. When we got there, we were told the minivan that we reserved was not available and they wanted to upgrade us into an SUV. That was not acceptable because it didn’t have the storage space for our luggage that the minivan would have. But we had no other option so we fit in the back as Much as we could and each family member had their carry on bag in their lap. The vehicle was not cleaned very well and the tank was empty.

10,0 Wonderful

Richard, May 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Quick check in and drop off. Very good price. Got a nice upgrade.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Check in person was friendly.

Cons:

Location is Far from airport. No taxis or ubers available to get there. Expensive to get to rental location. Took a long time for Enterprise to get my car once I finally found a way there. Smelled smoky, finally found a Used Cigarette on the floor in back seat. Overall not a good experience.

1 out of 8

Hertz

7,6

Good

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.8

Value for money

7.4

4 locations in Fort Walton Beach

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1701 Hwy 85 North

+1 850 651 0612

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:00

193 Mary Esther Blvd

+1 850 796 2390

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

224 E Eglin Parkway Ne

+1 850 796 2390

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

450 Racetrack Rd Nw

+1 850 796 2390

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Polly, May 2025

Compact

KAYAK
From beginning to end it was wonderful. Kat was awesome. Very kind and efficient 💞

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Compact

KAYAK
agent at the office couldn't change the hours or find a vehicle for me so I was forced to make a 2nd reservation. Experience was miserable and I received nothing just paid you for nothing. I will never rent a car through kayak again and wouldn't recommend you to others either.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
KAYAK let me book a 530 pick up when the pick up location closed at 500. They gave away my car thinking I was a no show. Luckily the ppl at Hertz got me in a vehicle within a day or so, but I will never book through Kayak again. The Hertz side of the rental was Great.

2,0 Poor

Bob, Sept 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I didn't like anything. You guys should be ashamed. A death in the family prevented us from taking our trip....not that anyone in your organization cares. Phone numbers provided went unanswered when dialed...then disconnected. You're only mandate appears to be making money at the expense of customers and making sure they get a total runaround when trying to salvage a horrific personal tragedy. Way to go Kayak. You made a couple hundred bucks on this one and you didn't even have to provide a service...way to go! I shall never use Kayak, or Hertz again for anything, and neither will my large extended family. I will implore as many people as I can influence not to use you.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Amazing! They even dropped us off at the airport.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Service was not helpful.

1 out of 4

Avis

No score available yet

One location in Fort Walton Beach

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1701 State Road 85 North

+1 850 651 0819

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:00

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6,0 Okay

Paulo, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
the car was dirty. it wasn't parked and I was told to. customer service was just mediocre

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Disappointing. The car broke down on the side of the highway 3.5 hours into a 14 hour drive. The roadside assistance department couldn’t come up with a solution any sooner than 6 hours of waiting on the roadside. I self-rescued and after securing a refund, Avis customer service did nothing to make up for the fact that their primary charter of renting a safe reliable car failed and had no compassion or interest in making up for the inconvenience and delays.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

We asked specifically for a car that seated 8 and we got a car that seated 7. There were no cars that seated 8 so someone had to ride illegally and unsafe the entire trip.

Cons:

The lady that helped at Pickup was not helpful on instructing drop off after hours. The car stunk. And giving people the amount of seating they request is pretty vital.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The car smelled like smoke when we first open the door. The smell went away but it was slightly annoying.

1 out of 3

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Fort Walton Beach

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1701 State Road 85 North

+1 850 651 3765

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Craig, Jan 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
Everyone was pleasant during the flight delay

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The pick up and drop off system were both great. My only complaint is the car smelled like cigarettes and we had to get a car freshener to mask the smell. Other than that, everything else was good.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Fantastic

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Other than the pushy attempt to upsell me, everything else was perfect. Car was clean, drop off was easy. Loved it.

6,0 Okay

Jeanne, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff at the counter were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Our car's lift gate was not working properly. It would open and then shut. We were not going to ruin our vacation by taking it back to Budget to let them take time out of our vacation to fix. Thankful someone did not get hurt. Car needed to be checked over before releasing it to customers.

2,0 Poor

Patricia, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

It was quick. The drop off was easy.

Cons:

The Budget rep forced me to “upgrade” at the ticket counter since I was dropping the car in another location. (That was known when I placed the reservation.) She tried to get us to pay more for car I reserved or more for an upgraded car. I declined. She then said I had to pay for XM radio at $6 per day or the car I reserved couldn’t leave the lot. I was tired from traveling so we just swallowed it. When we got to the car, it had been smoked in, damaged on the body, and had 56k miles at the start.

1 out of 5

Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in Fort Walton Beach

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50, Hill Ave NW

+1 850 754 9644

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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One location in Fort Walton Beach

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1701 Hwy 85 N

+1 844 841 7824

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:00

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63 travellers who hired a car in Fort Walton Beach gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

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