KAYAK’s insights & trends for Tucson Airport car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Tucson Airport with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Tucson Airport?
You should book your rental car in Tucson Airport around 51 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Tucson Airport?
Hires in the Medium category (Nissan Rogue or similar) are the most popular option in Tucson Airport, costing RM 257/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as RM 165/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Tucson Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Tucson Airport is June at an average cost of RM 162/day. February is the most expensive month to hire a car in Tucson Airport when prices are RM 219/day on average, which tends to be 386% above the yearly average hire price for Tucson Airport.
Which car hire company in Tucson Airport has the most locations?
Alamo operates 2 locations in Tucson Airport, more than any other car hire company.
Tucson Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Tucson Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
RM 143 - RM 216
All Car Types
RM 271 - RM 356
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Tucson Airport?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in Tucson Airport?
Small car hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 178 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average RM 143 per day, which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 41% cheaper than the average car hire in Tucson Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 235 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average RM 207 per day, which is about 12% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 22% cheaper than the average car hire in Tucson Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Tucson Airport typically cost around RM 244 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average RM 212 per day, which is about 14% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 19% cheaper than the average car hire in Tucson Airport, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 329 per day. The best time to book is July, when prices average RM 285 per day, which is about 14% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 10% more expensive than the average car hire in Tucson Airport but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 464 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average RM 289 per day, which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 36% more expensive than the average car hire in Tucson Airport but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 263 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average RM 214 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 12% cheaper than the average car hire in Tucson Airport, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 370 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average RM 285 per day, which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 20% more expensive than the average car hire in Tucson Airport but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in Tucson Airport typically costs around RM 373 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average RM 190 per day, which is about 50% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 21% more expensive than the average car hire in Tucson 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 Tucson airport
Car hire at Tucson Airport in Arizona is a quick and effective solution for your travel requirements while exploring the country and is 8 miles from downtown Tucson and the University of Arizona. Rental agents responsible for car hire at Tucson Airport are very easy to find on arrival at the airport. After landing, collect your bags and head to the main terminal, then exit through the east exit of the building. All the rental agents are within walking distance of the exit. If you on the ticketing level of the airport, follow the east ramp past the TSA security entrance to the A gates to find the designated rental car areas.
You will find several different well-known major brand Tucson Airport car hire agents available at the airport. They have varying operating hours that range from 5:30-24:00 each day depending on the agent. If you require after-hours pick-up or drop-off for your vehicle you can make those arrangements when pre-booking your hire car online. If your flight is cancelled or delayed the agents are able to make adjustments to your booking if you have loaded your flight details into your booking information online. Generally, if your flight is unexpectedly delayed the agent will make arrangements for a representative to meet you after hours.
If you are catching a courtesy shuttle from the car rental centre to off-site rental agents and car lots. When collecting or return your hire car be aware that the service operates 24h a day, 7 days a week, and leaves the station every 15min. There are several covered shuttle stops all around the airport build.
All agents dealing with car hires at Tucson Airport offer a 29min grace period, which means if you are slightly delayed by unforeseen events like luggage delays or perhaps have got stuck in a traffic jam on your way back to the airport your drop-off or collection time will allow for 29min before it is considered a cancellation. After which you might face a cancellation fee depending on the rental agent’s policy. You can check if you are liable for cancellation fees on the KAYAK site, where the car hire offered displayed will state the cancellation terms.
Book your car hire at Tucson airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Tucson airport
How do I receive information on the toll charges incurred while driving my Tucson Airport car hire vehicle?
If you do go through one of the toll gates around the area the credit card you used to book and pay the deposit for the vehicle collection will automatically be charged. To get a statement of those charges you can access the Highwall Toll Authority website directly from the car agents website and request a statement. You can also request a statement in person from the representative at the customer desk at Tucson Airport at the time of your drop off.
What options do I have for paying for fuel in my hire car at Tucson Airport?
You will have access to two payment choices when it comes to fuel. Both start with the hire car having a full tank of fuel at the time of collection. The first being to pay at the time of the rental, this option allows you to pay for a full tank of fuel at the time of collection and return the car with whatever amount of fuel is remaining or none when returning the car. The amount of the tank of fuel can vary depending on the car and the current cost of fuel. The second option allows you to refill the tank and only pay for the amount used during your hire period.
Can I travel with my pet?
Most car hire agents at Tucson Airport do allow for a pet. The conditions are that your pet needs to be in an appropriate pet carrier box whenever in the car. The car must be completely free of pet hair on its return, or you might face a cleaning charge. Pets used for disability support do not have to be in a carrier whilst in the vehicle.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Tucson airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Tucson airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, National, and Thrifty.
I was very disappointed with the customer service I received at this car rental location. The desk attendant was rude and unprofessional from the moment we arrived. When handing over the rental keys, he practically threw them onto the counter rather than providing them courteously. Throughout the transaction, the employee repeatedly made groaning and irritated noises, making us feel like we were inconveniencing him. He also applied excessive pressure to purchase the additional insurance coverage. Even after we clearly declined, they continued with comments such as, “This is your last chance to get it,” “Are you really not going to get it?” and “Did you even read over it?” The most inappropriate comment was, “Don’t come back crying if something happens to the car. It’s going to cost you even more.” This felt more like a scare tactic than customer service. I understand employees are required to offer optional products, but there is a difference between informing customers and pressuring them. The entire interaction left us feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. I hope management addresses these issues and provides additional customer service training. When we finally picked up the car it was so dirty from the outside. Bugs everywhere. We couldn’t even see clearly out the windows. The mirrors were dirty as well. We could have gone and said something but we did not want to deal with the desk attendant again and there was no one at the car lot to be seen so we could have mentioned something. We drove out of there and took the car to the car wash
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2025
Compact SUV
Pre-paid for the car, was charged twice. Once for the pre-pay, again at the rental counter.
2.0 Poor
Alexander, Feb 2025
Supplier choice
I admittedly picked a dealers choice rental. That dealers choice happened to be an EV. I was driving into the mountains and needed a gas car. They charged me an extra 100$ dollars to change the car to a nissan altima. Ive rented from dollar like 15 times and after this stupid upcharge Ill just rent from elsewhere instead
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Pick-up truck
They didn’t have the truck ready so they made me upgrade and charged me another $180
2.0 Poor
ramsey, Oct 2023
Economy
Horrible. Wasn’t clear in the reservation that we’d get an electric car. Was only charged 77% when we got it. Can was smelling of smoke and had scratches all over the place. Chip in the window. Had to park it and get a software update for 1 1/2 hours in order for it to charge. Then had it charge for 12 hours k my to get 80% charge . Aweful. I will never rent and electric car again, and will avoid dollar/thrifty/hertz whenever possible. If they try to stick my with any damage on this car I will see them in court.
Pick up in Tucson was fine but would have been nice to have a person to ask questions about the vehicle. It was 100% self service. Drop off was good, easy, and complete in 60 seconds.
6.0 Okay
Bob, Apr 2026
Intermediate SUV
A cleaner vehicle, with less wear and tear
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2026
People carrier
Complete disaster. They would not let my wife pick up the car. Then when I arrived, they had cancelled my reservation. We never got a car. I want a refund.
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Mar 2026
Supplier choice
The check in was amazing and fast. The car was a Nissan rogue. The car needed an oil change and kept sending warning messages that using the car without changing the oil could be hazardous. The car had no wiper fluid and that was a huge issue as we were driving through a dusty desert in Arizona.
10.0 Wonderful
Sandy, Mar 2026
Economy
Great
10.0 Wonderful
Erica, Mar 2026
Intermediate SUV
Pick up was inefficient, about 15 people in line and 2 employees at the desk, waited about 1 hour. Car was nice and new. I almost did not get my requested vehicle, because they were out, but one came available at last minute. Drop off was super easy and fast.
Ease of renting online and pick up! Will rent again
10.0 Wonderful
Buffy, Oct 2024
People carrier
They help me as quickly as they could after long flights. I added a driver a couple days later, and it went very smoothly. The whole process was easy. The car model was what I requested, and everyone was very easy to work with.
10.0 Wonderful
David, Mar 2024
Intermediate
Helpful staff; I got the car I requested. Car return could not have been easier!
Great car, easy checkout, easy drop off. Clear instructions.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Compact SUV
The whole experience was great , I wll definitely use again
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Compact SUV
Shanell was great!
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Standard
Good, no hassles.
10.0 Wonderful
A, Nov 2023
Full-size
Excellent service
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2023
Pick-up truck
Very easy, quick, and convenient experience right at the airport. Essentially grab my keys and go. Vehicle was virtually new and very clean. Very happy.
Everything went well, nothing needed to be changed
6.0 Okay
Paul, Feb 2025
Supplier choice
Car was dirty and damaged. Drop off was difficult.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Standard SUV
The car was super clean when we picked it up. It was comfortable for all the driving we did. The attendant was friendly when she greeted us. It was very good experience.
2.0 Poor
Stephen, Sept 2024
Supplier choice
When reserving a car I pass on all electric vehicles. Chose the Manager's choice thinking I would get a gas vehicle the type model at Hertz's discretion. How wrong was I? They said they selected ban electric car eeven as I passed on all electric vehicles they had offered and at a cheeper price then I was offered on their Manager's,s choice. We never accepted the car and the credit card company refunded all charges associated with Hertz . Be forwarded when renting any car with this company
We had one issue. On arriving about 9:30p 25 Apr 25 in Tucson, computers were down so the fellow checking us in had to fill out the paperwork by hand. But he was excellent, with a totally positive can-do attitude and everything worked out fine. I didn't get his name, but he was the only agent there at the time and he deserves a 5 star rating for his work. Definitely above and beyond. The car itself, a Mazda CX-50, was also a pleasure
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2026
People carrier
Awesome
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2026
Standard
I had to wait 70 minutes to get to an agent with only 3people in front of me! Unacceptable! The agent was unapologetic and almost rude. I reserved a Jetta and ended up with Toyota Corolla with no explanation, and no recourse. The directions for where Avis wanted the car returned were so poorly marked, that took another 25 minutes. I will not be renting a car from Avis in the future.
6.0 Okay
Mistin, Oct 2025
Intermediate SUV
Customer service at pickup was excellent despite the late hr. Vehicle was comparable to reserved make/model. Return of vehicle was problematic; vehicle was checked and keys returned 10 min before return time, waited 35 min in line and I was told "the system is down" so they couldn't complete return process. I am still waiting for a receipt and return of my deposit. I suppose I have to trust that the proper paperwork will be done "when the system comes back up". I am left feeling stressed and uneasy still.
4.0 Mediocre
Robert, May 2025
Intermediate
Very slow check in. Pushy agent tried to get me to opt in to things I didn’t want. Car smelled bad.
2.0 Poor
Sean, Mar 2025
Full-size
The type of vehicle I reserved was not available and only option (from the rude representative) was an EV (which I did not want and later discovered had no charging cord) or a 12 passenger van. Was told the car I reserved would be delivered to me the next day and it never was. Worst customer service I've ever experienced traveling and I won't be using Avis in the future.
National
8.8
Very Good
One location in Tucson Airport
Locations in Tucson Airport
7275 S Tucson Blvd Ste 125
+1 844 370 9823
Monday
05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
05:00 - 23:59
Thursday
05:00 - 23:59
Friday
05:00 - 23:59
Saturday
05:00 - 23:59
Sunday
05:00 - 23:59
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No reviews available
Thrifty
5.3
Fair
One location in Tucson Airport
Locations in Tucson Airport
7275 S Tucson Blvd
+1 520 434 3400
Monday
09:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
09:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
09:00 - 23:59
Thursday
09:00 - 23:59
Friday
09:00 - 23:59
Saturday
09:00 - 23:59
Sunday
09:00 - 23:59
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No reviews available
AutoEurope
No score available yet
One location in Tucson Airport
Locations in Tucson Airport
Tucson International Airport
Opening times not available
Filters
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keddy by Europcar
No score available yet
One location in Tucson Airport
Locations in Tucson Airport
South Tucson Boulevard, 7250
Opening times not available
Filters
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Movly
No score available yet
One location in Tucson Airport
Locations in Tucson Airport
Tucson International Airport
+44 7342 283294
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
Saturday
00:00 - 23:59
Sunday
00:00 - 23:59
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Tucson Airport
Locations in Tucson Airport
6851 S Country Club Rd
Opening times not available
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192 travellers who rented a car in Tucson Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.3
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