ATLUpdated October 16, 2026

Car rental at Atlanta airport

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Rental companies at the airport

Car rental companies operating at Atlanta airport (ATL) and where to find them. The airport is 16 km from Atlanta. See also the airport guide for general information.

Atlanta Airport consolidates all vehicle rental operations at the centralized Rental Car Center (RCC) located at 2200 Rental Car Center Parkway. The facility operates 24 hours a day and offers seamless, free transit connections for air travelers.

Domestic Terminal Connection: Take the automated ATL SkyTrain from the Ground Transportation building adjacent to the Domestic Terminal; travel time to the RCC is approximately 5 minutes.

International Terminal Connection: A dedicated airport shuttle bus runs every 15 minutes between the International Terminal arrivals curb and the Rental Car Center.

Car Rental Agencies

The following on-airport rental car brands maintain service counters and fleet distribution within the facility. Advance booking is strongly recommended to guarantee vehicle class and pricing:

To compare live rates across multiple suppliers, passengers can check Discover Cars.

Requirements for Renting a Vehicle

To hire a vehicle at Atlanta Airport, drivers must fulfill general rental policies and Georgia state driving regulations:

  • Minimum Age: You must be at least 21 years old. Drivers between the ages of 21 and 24 are typically assessed a daily young driver surcharge and may face restrictions on premium vehicle categories.
  • Driver's License: A valid physical driver's license held for at least one year is mandatory. If your license does not use the Latin alphabet or English text, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required alongside your domestic license.
  • Credit Card: A major credit card in the primary driver's name is required for the security deposit hold. Select agencies accept debit cards with additional restrictions (proof of round-trip flight and higher deposit).
  • Insurance: Third-party liability insurance is legally required. Supplemental collision damage waivers (CDW/LDW) can be purchased at the counter or verified through your personal auto policy or credit card benefits.

Companies, opening hours and desk locations can change. Check with the rental company before booking.

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Tips for renting a car in United States

  1. Check that your driver's license is valid in United States. Some countries also ask for an International Driving Permit (IDP), which is only valid together with your national license.
  2. Review what the rental includes: collision damage waiver, third-party liability and the deductible. Most companies also hold a deposit on a credit card in the driver's name.
  3. Learn the local rules before you drive: speed limits, right of way, alcohol limits and tolls.
  4. Check which side of the road traffic drives on and where the steering wheel is.
  5. At pickup, photograph the car (inside and out) and the fuel level, and keep the photos until the deposit is returned.
  6. Know what to do in an accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.

Find the rental desks and parking on the ATL airport map.

Not driving? See other ways to get to and from ATL. Returning the car or picking someone up: parking at ATL.

German Giudici

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