Car rental at Kansas City Airport
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Top tips for hiring a car at Kansas City Airport
- Finding locations for car hire at Kansas City Airport is a little different to other international airports, as there are no car hire desks in the airport’s arrivals terminal. However, there are shuttle buses available that can take you to the car hire facility that is located a couple of miles down the road, around a 5-10min transfer from outside the terminal.
- Kansas City Airport car hire is a better and more convenient option for those wanting to travel both around the city and the surrounding areas. Kansas City has an excellent public bus service, but is still predominantly a car-driven city, with wide highways and an easy-to-navigate road network. The options you have for car hire from the airport far outweigh the public transport options, as they alleviate the reliance on bus schedules as well as only having a select number of destinations from the airport to choose from. Hiring a car will give you more freedom without having to factor in time waiting for buses.
- After arranging a vehicle through car hire at Kansas City Airport, getting into the city is extremely simple. As soon as you’ve picked up your vehicle and are on your way, it takes only around 22min on average to drive to the city from the airport. Depending on where your car collection point is located, you can navigate your way out of the car hire facility via London Drive or Madrid Avenue and connect onto Cookingham Drive / NW 120th Street which links to I-29 S all the way to downtown.
- If you’re looking at car hire at Kansas City Airport, it’s important to be aware that the car collection points are separate to the areas in which you need to return your vehicle. A shuttle bus service will take you to the collection point from the airport terminal, but upon return you need to follow the clear signposts directing you to the return points for each car hire company; they are located on Paris Street and Madrid Avenue.
- Book your car hire at Kansas City Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Kansas City Airport
What documentation do I need to arrange car hire at Kansas City Airport?
If you need to hire a car at Kansas City Airport, you must provide a valid driver’s licence, a government-issued form of identification such as your passport, and a major credit or debit card for payment of the deposit and for any extra charges should they be incurred later. Additionally, you will need your reservation number from your online booking to start the process.
What special services do car hire companies at Kansas City Airport offer?
Car hire companies at Kansas City Airport provide a range of special services on top of the normal hire service; this depends on the deal that you have selected. For example, if you hire a vehicle with Dollar, you can get free cancellation anytime on some deals and a free additional driver if you want to share the driving responsibilities. Some companies will also throw in free breakdown assistance, but this does depend on the deal you choose. Added extras for a supplementary cost include satellite navigation systems and child seats.
What vehicle options do I have when hiring a car at Kansas City Airport?
You can hire many types of vehicles at Kansas City Airport, with an appealing range to fit most drivers’ needs. For the cheaper deals, large vehicles that can fit 5-7 passengers and hold extra baggage are the most popular, especially for family holidays. National, Budget and Avis have reasonable rates when it comes to large vehicles. While compact and medium sized vehicles are available at good rates particularly with Alamo, Avis and Dollar. You can even hire an American style pick-up truck; check out deals with Alamo, Enterprise and National.
What is the best rental car company at Kansas City Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies at Kansas City Airport are Alamo (8.7, 81 reviews), Avis (7.7, 64 reviews), and Dollar (7.4, 57 reviews).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Kansas City Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Kansas City Airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, Payless, and Thrifty.
Kansas City Airport car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.7
Very Good
278 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.3
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Friendly service at the ick-up location; VERY pleased that when I called the 1-800 number to modify my reservation, I actually talked to a real person in under 5 minutes. Overall, Alamo has provided the best rental service that I have experienced in a long time. Will definitely use them again.Cons:
The Kansas City location required additional photo IDs (fraud prevention). This didn't affect me, but others may need to be aware of the requirement (which was not advertised in advance).6.8 Okay
Oct 2020
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Alamo was closed when we arrived in Kansas City. The rental car company to the right next counter over had to handle the paperwork. I had already booked and paid online for an easy pick up. They made us jump through hoops while my 90 year old parents had to wait for us.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Everything!! The car was clean, customer service was very clear and nice to work with during the process.Cons:
Me having a mobile app to track my reservation better. I had to search through emails and track down information. This is a problem for me not with the service. Alamo was amazing and I will definitely rent from them again. Thank you4.4 Mediocre
Aug 2020
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The staff was nice, but there were not enough so wait times were longCons:
I got a car that was dirty (inside and out) and that WAS NOT FULL OF GAS, but was down almost a quarter tank. When I pointed this out, I just got a shrug. Bet if I returned it down a quarter tank the reaction would be different10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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They let me close any vehicle in the line so i chose a mini van. It was perfect for my needs, clean and new. Return was super quick at the MCI Airport. Never had to wait at all for the shuttle bus. Shuttle was about 5 min from the airport.Avis
7.7
Good
107 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
7.5
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4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Fast picking up, well maintained vehicle, easy drop off!Cons:
Nothing2.0 Poor
Dec 2020
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Pickup was easyCons:
After I picked up the car, I got out of the lot and realized the tank wasn’t full. Then, when I got to Houston and returned the car on a full tank, I was charged fifteen dollars for “fuel service” when I just put 30 dollars in the tank8.0 Very Good
Nov 2020
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There was old trash in the glove compartment2.0 Poor
Apr 2020
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NothingCons:
Avis staff would not rent a car to me. Had to go next door and rent from budget rental cars. They were fantastic, with no issues.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Great, friendly peopleCons:
NothingDollar
7.4
Good
149 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.8
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Lower cost on child seats.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The staff was friendly and the car was ready and clean.Cons:
Nothing2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Transparency in final costs2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Could have given what i booked actually.6.0 Okay
Feb 2021
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Car was dirty. Inside and out.4.8 Mediocre
Nov 2020
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Vehicle wasn’t as big as we asked for. They had nothing bigger. We ended up with suitcases on our laps......Hertz
6.9
Okay
133 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.5
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Easy in and outCons:
Lower price10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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easy to book and pick great price2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Pick up was slightly difficult. The lady was nice though. Drop off was the most difficult thing. The car was dirty. I paid more to not get a Kia Rio and I got a Kia Rio. Waste of money and time.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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The staff was super helpful and they let me pick out whatever car I wanted. I’ve only ever rented a car once before so I was a little nervous about the whole process but they were great!Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.0
Wonderful
33 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.3
Value for money
8.8
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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They upgraded my rental car to any vehicle I wanted on the lot for a bit more money and waived the gas.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Wonderful People.Cons:
Maintenance on the first car was incomplete. Easy exchange the next morning. Improve signage and directions for easier return would be a plus.7.6 Good
Feb 2017
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My mothers wheelchair did not fit in the back without turning down the seats. So. No extra passengers.6.8 Okay
Feb 2017
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Friendly. .... we thought we were stuck in Missouri ice storm after flight canceled.Cons:
Promised a price w gas coverage. Next day get phone csllsvonly to argue with them about price.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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Being able to pick out which minivan we wanted.Cons:
Having to pick up at the airport.4.8 Mediocre
Nov 2016
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The customer service was great when I call to explain it was a problem with the billing they had explain what the air was agreed to fix it and send me a electronic billCons:
At check-in they had charged me insurance and a lot of additional coverages I declined. This lead for when I was dropping off to be surprised by having a bill that was double the cost of the rental and not what I agreed toThrifty
7.2
Good
72 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.0
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2020
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Showed up after a 30 minute delayed flight, no one at the counter to assist. Actually have a clerk at the counter that can assist during later hours. Or, if you're going to partner with another rental agency and defer your customers to their desk, make sure that desk is staffed. Avis did and was able to match your rate and earn my future business.2.0 Poor
Jul 2020
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Was not able to travel.6.8 Okay
Jun 2020
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Staff was very friendly and helpful. Pick up and drop off simple and quick.Cons:
The car was dirty. Nothing gross just dusty some dirt inside and out.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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When we dropped off the car the guy told us they could drive us to the terminal at no charge. Given that we had a lot of luggage this was awesome!9.2 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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The staff was friendly and helpful, even though my flight got in late and I think they would usually have closed the counter by that time.Cons:
It was very snowy/icy. It would have been nice for the car to have been cleared of snow and ice upon pickup.3.6 Poor
Jan 2020
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First car was very dirty, the staff just said it was the best they could do...Budget
7.0
Good
81 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.8
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2.0 Poor
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staf on both ends were great2.0 Poor
May 2021
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The counter was closed prior to the scheduled closing time. We were unable to pick up our rental under this reservation and had to check nearby counters that were still open to try to find an available rental. The entire fiasco ended up costing us more than double the original reservation. How will we receive compensation for the unacceptable incompetence?Cons:
You could have remained open until your scheduled closing time or at least until our scheduled pickup. We called ahead once the plane was on the ground and no one ever picked up despite it being 15 minutes prior to our reservation.6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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Our flight was delayed, the rental office was closed at the airport when we arrived at 1205am. No options but to wait there till 7am to get car. Spent $185 for a cab and hotel that wasn't in our travel plans or budget. No help or discount from budget rental!!!10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
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Staff was very friendly and quick in the renting process.Cons:
Nothing9.6 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Staff was AWESOME!!! So kind and so helpful!!!Cons:
Lower prices--especially the fees--would be greatPayless
5.9
Fair
36 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
6.5
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
Jun 2021
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cAR HAD MANUAL WINDOWS AND LOCKS. i HAVENT HAD A CAR LIKE THAT SINCE THE 80'S. i WISH i HAD KNOWN i WOULD HAVE REQUESTED A MORE MODERN CAR.4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Staff was fineCons:
Charging a full day for 2 extra hours is highway robbery6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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Helpful staff who was patient, kind, and helpful.Cons:
Payless had no record of my online reservation and could not reach Hotwire to confirm. Fortunately, I had my laptop with the original e-mail and price - and the agent matched the price.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Staff was friendly. No line at pickup. Everything went smoothly and the process was easy.Cons:
The car had manual crank windows and manual locks. I didn't even know cars that basic still existed.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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Very friendly staff...when we checked out the young man went and drove our rental to the front door to pick us up. When we returned the rental the young lady came outside in the very high wind to check out the car and get us our receipt.Cons:
Tge staff was very friendly accommodating and efficient. Would not hesitate to rent again from Payless car rental at MCI (Kansas City airport)National
7.9
Good
10 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
7.9
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6.0 Okay
Nov 2018
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I did not go into the place so I can't really say it was excellent or poor. I just dropped the car off and left in another car out of there.8.8 Very Good
Oct 2015
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Very efficient process for pickup and return. Car model (Ford Focus) was somewhat noisy on the highway, but good overall.Cons:
Some trash was left in the car from the previous renter. Nothing terrible however. Candy wrapper and some used paper.3.9 Poor
Aug 2021
Easirent
4.7
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One location in Kansas City Airport
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2 locations in Kansas City Airport
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