Car hire at Houston George Bush Airport from R920/day

Nissan Versa

or similar SMALL

R1 022/day

Toyota Corolla

or similar MEDIUM

R925/day

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar MEDIUM

R1 113/day

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar LARGE

R1 113/day

Chrysler Pacifica

or similar VAN

R1 492/day

Ford Mustang Convertible

or similar CONVERTIBLE

R1 195/day

RAM Pickup

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R1 293/day

BMW X1

or similar SUV

R1 797/day

Jeep Compass

or similar SUV

R920/day

Nissan Rogue

or similar SUV

R1 079/day

Kia Sorento

or similar SUV

R1 097/day

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A car rental at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is ideal for moving about Houston compared to other transportation means. First, you can travel per your schedule without having to wait for buses or taxis. You’ll also have the freedom to move about the city, especially if you’re going to explore multiple areas. Another reason to rent a car at the airport is the possibility of quick travel, whereby a car ride to downtown Houston can take about 25-27min while the bus time can clock close to an hour. You’ll also avert inconveniences stemming from hidden taxi or shuttle fees.
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport has a car rental center onsite that operates daily 24/7, making the process of renting a vehicle simple. The rental car center lies a short 5min shuttle ride from the IAH terminals A, B, C, and E. Note that shuttles leave the terminals every 5min between 7 am and 11 pm and every 10min between 11 pm and 7 am, so don’t worry if you don’t get a ride immediately you exit Arrivals.
Houston highways are notorious traffic hotspots that can make it difficult to leave or access Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, especially when traffic comes to a halt. The I-69 and the I-45 are common routes to take to and from the airport, and they usually experience morning and evening rush hours at around 7-9 am and 4-7 pm. You might want to avoid heading into the airport during morning peak times (to drop off your rental car) or leaving the airport during evening rush hour (after picking your vehicle). It’ll be beneficial to schedule your plane arrival or departures outside the peak-hour times.
Like the pick-up process, returning your Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport car rental is a seamless procedure. It generally comprises taking the vehicle back to the pick-up point. From the I-45 or I-69, merge onto John F. Kennedy Boulevard and drive along Will Clayton Parkway. Look out for signs to the Rental Car Center and head to the specific agency parking lot. Head towards the company rental counter, where a staff attendant will take the keys and contract. You can board a shuttle to the airport Arrivals Terminal after completing the return.
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What is the fastest way of getting to the Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car center?
Taking a shuttle ride from the Arrivals Terminal is the quickest and easiest way to reach Houston Airport’s rental car center. At terminals A, B, C, or E, exit Baggage Claim through doors with Rental Car signs. You’ll find blue and white courtesy buses outside with markings for Rental Car Shuttle. Board one of these buses to the consolidated rental car facility, a ride that’ll last approximately 5min.
Which vehicle rental companies at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport are easiest?
Besides having on-airport locations for easy car pick-ups, rental companies offer various features that enhance ease of use. For instance, Avis offers a Preferred Service that lets you skip the counters and avoid long lines. Budget has a Fastbreak Service in place for you to avoid the long lines on counters when picking up or dropping off your car rental at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Alamo also has a self-service kiosk that enables renters to pick up rental cars without enduring the long rental counter lines.
What type of documents do I need to rent a car at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport?
You must submit a driver’s license that should be valid for the entire rental period to be eligible for a car rental at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Foreign nationals also require their home country driver’s licenses to rent a vehicle, and an International Driving Permit isn’t a requirement to rent a car in Texas. Depending on the rental agency, you’ll have to carry along your debit or credit card for deposit requirements and credit identification.
What is the best car hire company at Houston George Bush Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies at Houston George Bush Airport are Alamo (8,7, 64 reviews), Sixt (7,7, 121 reviews), and Budget (7,4, 102 reviews).
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Houston George Bush Airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Houston George Bush Airport to off-airport locations include Advantage, Airport Van, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, E-Z Rent-A-Car, and Hertz.

Sixt

7,7

Good

Read 80 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.8

Value for money

7.5

One location in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Locations in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

17330 Palmetto Pines

+1 888 749 8227

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:59
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Full-size

Great !

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Full-size

The BMW was extremely comfortable, but we had a heck of a problem trying to figure out which button to push for various things. The people at the checkout counter, the key distribution and the return were simply a lot of fun. All of them were smiling and laughing when appropriate. That is a good operation! We were very impressed.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate

I was quoted a price upon reservation. When I arrived to pick up the car I was told the car did not have GPS which I assumed it would have and absolutely needed. The car with GPS cost me more than TWICE as much as the initial quoted price and it was not a category update. I have consistently rented with Sixt for years in Paris, France. You can look it up. GPS was never an issue. To say the least I am extremely disappointed at what I consider as misrepresentation, and will steer away from Sixt in the future.

8,0 Very Good

Richard, Oct 2022

Staff was helpful and car was ready when I arrived.

10,0 Wonderful

Kathy, Oct 2022

Our car rental experience in Houston was great. We received an upgrade and were very pleased with Tim at the rental place. He was very nice and most helpful. The people that took cat of us when picking up and dropping off the vehicle were great as well. I would highly recommend Sixt @ Houston. Thank you

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2022

Simple to get in and out and the staff were so nice

Hertz

6,4

Okay

Read 76 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.3

One location in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Locations in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

17314 Palmetto Pines

+1 281 209 6700

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

Good friendly helpful service at rental car center

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Intermediate SUV

Staff in the area for rental pickup were very helpful.

8,0 Very Good

William, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

Easy check in, easy return.

2,0 Poor

Kevin, Jan 2024

Supplier choice

Massive extra charges. Forced to fight so as not to take an electric vehicle. Did not reserve one then had to pay extra to not rent one. INitial quote from Hertz was $137, final was $380

2,0 Poor

Abdul, Jan 2024

Compact SUV

Had to spent almost 2 hours at the rental place to get a car seat. Initial eta provided was 10 mins. At least 12 cars were waiting in queue to check out at the gate. Hertz said they will reimburse car seat fee for the inconvenience, but didn't do that as well.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

People carrier

Weak customer service

Dollar

4,9

Mediocre

Read 102 reviews

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.9

Value for money

5.2

One location in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Locations in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

17330 Palmetto Pines

+1 866 434 2226

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Full-size SUV

Credit is obviously a factor in obtaining a rental vehicle. Dishonest people

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Supplier choice

They charged me $20 for gas even though I filled the tank up. I have photo and receipt proof. Other than that everything was good.

10,0 Wonderful

Mary, Jun 2024

Passenger van

The best customer service I have ever experienced. Smiling friendly faces with helpful attitudes! We will be back! Thank You, Mary White

2,0 Poor

Willis, May 2024

Compact

Over two (2) hours wait to pick up car. The car battery failed; thus prompting a call to Dollar car rental for help.

2,0 Poor

Ahmad, Nov 2023

Supplier choice

Car pick was after 2 hours! and also no call service from Kyak!!!

6,0 Okay

Robert, May 2021

Pros:

Drop off in early hours was easy. Staff were nice.

Cons:

Waited 45 minutes to pick up car despite reservation. After picking up car, the car was not in fully working shape (left front headlight not working, electronic back hatch on SUV not working, battery charge low).

Thrifty

4,8

Mediocre

Read 88 reviews

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.1

Value for money

4.9

One location in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Locations in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

17330 Palmetto Pines

+1 877 283 0898

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Standard SUV

Easy pick up and drop off, never received a final receipt though, which was a bummer.

6,0 Okay

Sheikh Muhammad Zahid, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

Car insurance at the counter was not what I was expecting

2,0 Poor

Curt, May 2024

Standard SUV

Reserved a Jeep Cherokee type vehicle. 3rd party CarRental.com booked an electric car. I had to pay extra at the counter to get the type of vehicle I reserved. The vehicle I rented has significant wheel noise. No one is ever interested in listening or addressing the detailed issues

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Full-size SUV

It needs to be explained better on which cars need a major credit card and which ones can be rented with a debit card. I reserved a rental for a trip and when I went to pick it up they denied it because all I had was a debit card. So unfortunately I wasn't able to make my trip. I'm very disappointed in the service that I was given

8,0 Very Good

David, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

The value is great, but I was kinda forced to pay for an upgrade—which was a less than desirable surprise.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Full-size SUV

Nothing

Alamo

8,7

Very Good

Read 29 reviews

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.5

One location in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Locations in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

17300 Palmetto Pnes

+1 833 511 1743

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Alisha, Jul 2024

Standard SUV

This is honestly the easiest best rental car experience I’ve ever had. It was quick to check in/pick up and even easier to drop off. What I really liked was the fact that I got to literally just go pick a car on my own, not be told which car I’m getting. It felt cool to walk down an Isle of cars and be able to get into whichever one I like!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Economy

The front staff were very friendly and helpful and the car fit our needs very well.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

Didn’t like the manual seats. I’m short and need the electric ones. Otherwise it was great.

10,0 Wonderful

Sergio, Mar 2024

People carrier

Easy and quick rental plus great car in excellent conditions.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

People carrier

Friendly service

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate

New Jeep Compass had the new car smell. Clean and easy pickup and drop off. The trunk was pretty small but we were able to work it out. I was surprised to have a$300 deposit taken on top of the $500 rental fee. I’m waiting on the deposit return now. I just turned in the car yesterday.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,6

Very Good

Read 22 reviews

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.2

One location in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Locations in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

17300 Palmetto Pines

+1 833 628 9676

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:59