Inside the passenger terminal building, directly across from the baggage reclaim carousels, travelers can find the on-site service counters of major car rental providers. Booking ahead is strongly recommended to guarantee vehicle class availability:
Accessible Vehicle Rentals
Vehicles fitted with adaptive driving devices—including hand controls, spinner steering knobs, and transfer equipment—can be reserved. Rental agencies mandate a minimum advance notification of at least 72 hours prior to arrival to outfit and deliver the specialized vehicle.
Vehicle Rental Requirements
To hire a vehicle at Abbotsford Airport, renters must meet rental policy standards established across British Columbia:
- Minimum age: The standard minimum driving age is 21 years old. Drivers aged 21 to 24 usually face a daily young-driver surcharge and may encounter restrictions on luxury models or full-size SUVs.
- Driver's license: A physically valid, unexpired driver's license from your home jurisdiction. If the license is not issued in English or French, an accompanying International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory.
- Credit card: A major credit card in the primary renter's name with available credit to cover the rental charge plus an authorization deposit. Debit cards and cash are not accepted for the preliminary security hold.
- Identification & travel proof: A valid passport for international visitors and verification of a return travel ticket or itinerary.
- Insurance coverage: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW/LDW) and Third-Party Liability coverage, provided either via personal automotive policies valid in Canada, eligible credit card perks, or purchased at the rental counter.