KAYAK’s insights & trends for Tampa St. Petersburg Airport car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
You should book your rental car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport around 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
Hires in the SUV category (Dodge Durango or similar) are the most popular option in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, costing RM 269/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as RM 218/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport is September at an average cost of RM 142/day. March is the most expensive month to hire a car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport when prices are RM 224/day on average, which tends to be 10% above the yearly average hire price for Tampa St. Petersburg Airport.
Which car hire company in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport has the most locations?
Hertz operates 2 locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, more than any other car hire company.
Tampa St. Petersburg Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
RM 182 - RM 246
All Car Types
RM 243 - RM 313
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport?
Small car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 215 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average RM 182 per day, which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 23% cheaper than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 246 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average RM 210 per day, which is about 15% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 11% cheaper than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically cost around RM 261 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average RM 219 per day, which is about 17% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 6% cheaper than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 286 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average RM 248 per day, which is about 14% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 4% more expensive than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 371 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average RM 323 per day, which is about 13% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 26% more expensive than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 300 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average RM 207 per day, which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 8% more expensive than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 304 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average RM 237 per day, which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 10% more expensive than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport typically costs around RM 304 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average RM 239 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 10% more expensive than the average car hire in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Small
Top tips for hiring a car at Tampa St. Petersburg airport
With no public transit option available at the Tampa Airport (PIE), a car ride is convenient for traveling from PIE Airport to the Tampa Bay Area. Renting a vehicle will get you to downtown St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Tampa in about 14-18min. Driving will also give you the freedom and chance to explore all that the cities have to offer. When you rent a vehicle, you’ll travel whenever you want without the inconvenience of having to wait for a ride.
While rideshare, taxi, and shuttle transportation are available, a car rental at Tampa St. Petersburg Airport will be the more advantageous in comparison. Unlike taxis, you won’t have to deal with the possibility and inconvenience of hidden fees. Taxis and private shuttles may also charge higher prices, and so you might want to rent a vehicle if you’re on a budget (especially if you’ll stay in town for an extended period). Renting a car also gives you a more flexible travel option than the other transportation means, whereby you can make as many stops as you want with no additional fees.
Renting a vehicle at PIE Airport is a simple procedure due to on-site car hire companies. Note that the operating hours of these companies vary per the airline flight schedules, with companies adjusting hours and staying open about 30min following the last flight to arrive. Some agencies may not modify their systems to accommodate late-night flights. Therefore, we recommend that you input your flight number and choose the latest car reservation time, especially if your flight will arrive after regular working hours.
Returning your Tampa St. Petersburg Airport car rental will be an easy task, with the drop-off location being the same as pick-up. Ensure that you fulfill your fuel obligations before returning the vehicle. When ready, drive towards the airport and watch out for the rental car return signs. Follow the pointers, and you’ll arrive at the point you picked up your vehicle. You can then head over to the rental agency’s counter and drop off the car keys. On-site rental agencies also offer an after-hours return service that allows you to drop off the keys and contract in the drop boxes at the return area.
Book your car hire at Tampa St. Petersburg airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Tampa St. Petersburg airport
Which car rental companies at Tampa St. Petersburg Airport are the easiest to use?
If you want to experience a hassle-free time picking up your car rental at Tampa Airport, an on-terminal company will be ideal. Such companies include Alamo, National, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise. Additionally, providers like Avis and Budget offer a service (Fastbreak and Preferred) that enables members to skip the long counter lines. Alamo also hastens the check-in process via its self-service kiosk and accelerated check-in feature.
What are the documentation requirements for renting a car at Tampa Airport?
You must present a driver’s license in your name that should be valid for the entire renting period to be eligible for a car rental at Tampa St. Petersburg Airport. If you’re an international driver, you’ll submit your driver’s license from your home country. Some rental agencies also require that you present your passport and a travel itinerary that shows proof of return to your home country. You’ll need your debit or credit card according to the credit or deposit requirements of the company you select.
How can I get to the car rental center at Tampa Airport?
The car rental offices at Tampa Airport lie in-terminal at the lower level. When you get off the plane, head over to the baggage claim area to pick up your luggage, and you should now see car rental counters adjacent to your location. Ensure that you have your airline and flight number handy to simplify the check-in process. Walk towards the respective counter to collect your keys and rental contract. Afterward, you’ll find your vehicle outside the baggage claim area.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Tampa St. Petersburg airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Tampa St. Petersburg airport to off-airport locations include Ace, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Economy Rent a Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, and Thrifty.
Tampa St. Petersburg Airport car rental reviews and directory
Check out was fast, check in was fast. The only downside was the distance from the terminal to the rental facility. I have a bad knee and it is painful to walk so it was a difficult walk to get from the terminal to the check out location.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2026
Intermediate
Excellent
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2026
Intermediate SUV
I will not use budget or kayak again. When I had an issue because my plane was delayed neither were helpful at all. Budget said they could not help because I used a 3rd party to rent. When I called kayak they said they could not help Really disappointing!
8.0 Very Good
Michelle, Apr 2026
Standard SUV
Car could have been cleaner but it ran perfectly all week. Rental guy tried pushing his insurance on us and told us your insurance wasn’t good. Rental guy wouldn’t let me add additional drivers for free like you promised. He didn’t give us a key, but sent us out to wander around looking for a girl in a red shirt. The return lot had construction and no signs telling us where to park the car so we had to go inside and wait in line.
10.0 Wonderful
Susan, Apr 2026
Compact
Good gas mileage Everything was great!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2026
Intermediate
They over charged us. We waited almost 2 hrs for the car. It was beat up! Not good:(
Friendly and professional staff. Found a couple of used napkins left inside trunk area at pick up. Overall pleased with rental.
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Compact SUV
The car needs brakes ... Customer service was excellent 👍💯
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Premium
Super fast and easy. Customer service was excellent and staff were very accommodating. will absolutely use Alamo again!
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Compact SUV
Car was very nice. Only bad thing was that there was a mixup between the airline package and car rental and I had to pay for the whole car rental from you guys and then get my money back from Allegiant.
National
8.0
Very Good
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
14700 Terminal Blvd
+1 844 806 3351
Monday
06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
06:00 - 23:59
Thursday
06:00 - 23:59
Friday
06:00 - 23:59
Saturday
06:00 - 23:59
Sunday
06:00 - 23:59
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Economy Rent a Car
6.0
Okay
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.5
Value for money
6.7
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
4707 140Th Avenue North
+1 727 321 9599
Opening times not available
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Avis
5.2
Fair
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
5.4
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
14700 Terminal Boulevard
+1 727 530 1407
Monday
08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:30
Thursday
08:00 - 23:30
Friday
08:00 - 23:30
Saturday
08:00 - 23:30
Sunday
08:00 - 23:30
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Reviews
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2026
Intermediate SUV
It took over 2 hours to get the rental that was already paid for. They promised a free tank of gas and a percentage of the rental credited back. Still waiting to see if either have been taken care of.
10.0 Wonderful
Matt, Apr 2026
Standard SUV
The pick up and drop off was a little unclear. had to ask a few folks. drop off was not clear. there early 3:45am and directions in contract were not well written. took two people and 10 extra minutes to figure out.
Easirent
4.2
Mediocre
Cleanliness
4.4
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.3
Value for money
4.6
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Sleep Inn Hotel, 3939 Ulmerton Rd
+1 727 371 8449
Opening times not available
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6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Compact
car was fine, the windows were very dirty inside and out. when i told the agent, he laughed and said but its nice car though, and continued to fix his plate for breakfast. agent also was very nosey, we were in Florida for a funeral not to have some car rental agent try to be my friend
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Full-size
I paid for a car reservation months in advance. When I went to pick up the car, I was informed that my car was given to someone else because I did not pick it up in time. They also refused to give me a refund until I booked another car. There were no other cars available that day in the entire city at there location or elsewhere. I am asking for a refund for a car that I never got, and they are refusing! Scammers!!! Do not use this off brand company
AZ Car Rental
2.8
Poor
Cleanliness
3.5
Comfort
3.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.1
Value for money
3.3
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
14700 Terminal Blvd #221, Clearwater, FL 33762
+1 321 247 9872
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AutoEurope
No score available yet
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
St Pete - Clearwater International Airport
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DRIVALIA
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One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
3939 Ulmerton Road
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Exotic Luxury Rental
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One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
14700 Terminal Pkwy #221, Clearwater, FL
+1 813 444 8188
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Movly
No score available yet
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE), 14700 Terminal Blvd #221
+44 20 3936 5033
Monday
00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 23:59
Thursday
00:00 - 23:59
Friday
00:00 - 23:59
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00:00 - 23:59
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00:00 - 23:59
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
14700 Terminal Blvd
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VIPCars Recommendation
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One location in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
Locations in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
14700 Terminal Blvd, Clearwater, 33762-2936, USA Florida
+1 914 368 0091
Monday
00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 23:59
Thursday
00:00 - 23:59
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00:00 - 23:59
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389 travellers who rented a car in Tampa St. Petersburg Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7
Car rental locations at Tampa St. Petersburg Airport
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