Car Rental Houston Airport
Renting a car at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is one of the best ways to explore the city and surrounding areas. Houston is a very spread-out city, and public transport options are limited, making car rental the most flexible and convenient choice.
Tip: Book your car in advance to secure better prices and avoid long queues at the airport.
Car Rental Companies & Location
IAH has a consolidated Rental Car Center served by free shuttle buses from all terminals (5 minutes ride). Major companies include:
- Alamo
- Avis
- Budget
- Dollar
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- National
- Sixt
Most rental desks are located in the dedicated rental facility, accessible via shuttle from baggage claim areas. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Average Prices & Car Types
Prices can start from around $20–25 per day depending on availability and season. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Popular Destinations by Car
Car Rental Insurance Explained
When renting a car at IAH, you will be offered several types of insurance:
- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW): Covers damage to the rental car (~$20–30/day).
- Liability Insurance: Covers damage to other vehicles or people.
- Theft Protection: Covers vehicle theft.
- Personal Accident Insurance: Covers medical expenses.
Many rentals offer optional coverage, and your personal insurance or credit card may already include protection. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Tip: Always check your credit card coverage before buying extra insurance.
Rental Companies Comparison
Estimated Waiting Times
Tip: Join loyalty programs (Hertz Gold, Avis Preferred) to skip queues.
Houston Airport Rental Car Center
The Rental Car Center is located just a five minute ride from IAH terminals by shuttle.

Shuttles depart every five minutes from the outside Baggage Claim/Arrivals, Terminal A, B, C and E between 7:00am and 11:00pm and every ten minutes between 11:00pm and 7:00am. Shuttles depart every 5 minutes.

Shuttles location:
Terminal A: south side, Door A-115
Terminal B: south side, B-103
Terminal C: south side, Door C-105 or C-106
Terminal E: west side, E-101
Exits are marked with “Rental Car” signs. Look for blue and white buses marked “Rental Car Shuttle”.
The Consolidated Rental Car Facility at IAH, centralizes the operations of different national rental car companies.
Opening hours: Daily, 24 hours.
Car rental companies
In Houston Airport you can find the following car rental companies:
1st Car Rental
Airport Van Rental
Alamo
Avis
Budget
Dollar
Enterprise
EZ
Hertz
JJ Van Rentals
National
Payless
Sixt
SUV Rental Houston Caro
Thrifty
Returning car rental
Passengers may follow the signs on John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Will Clayton Parkway direct you to the Rental Car Center.
Address: 17330 Palmetto Pines, Houston, TX 77032 .