Rent a Car at Eureka/Arcata Airport (ACV)

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Eureka/Arcata Airport (ACV)

Address:

3561 Boeing Ave,
Mckinleyville, CA, California, 95519, United States

Phone:

(1) 707-388-1584

Hours of Operation:

Sun 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM - 11:30 PM; Mon - Tue 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM; Wed - Sat 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Holiday Hours:

2025
INDEPENDENCE   July  4  11:30AM - 06:00PM
LABOR DAY   September  1  11:30AM - 06:00PM
THANKSGIVING   November  27  11:30AM - 06:00PM
CHRISTMAS EVE   December  24  11:30AM - 06:00PM
CHRISTMAS   December  25  11:30AM - 06:00PM

2026
NEW YEARS DAY   January  1  11:30AM - 06:00PM

If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.

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Location Information

Where Is Budget at the California Redwood Coast - Humboldt County Airport?

General Directions
COUNTER: Located inside the airport terminal in the baggage claim area.

CARS: Cars are within walking distance. Proceed outside to the parking lot across from the terminal.

RETURNS: Follow signs for rental car return. Park in any Budget space, return keys & contract to rental counter for check-in.
After-hours Returns
Rental vehicle must be returned during office hours.

NOTE: Some locations may have a key drop available:

Drop Box Available: If the customer chooses to leave the vehicle, the customer is responsible for the vehicle & all charges (including any damages or theft of the vehicle may have incurred during after hours) until the contract can be closed on the following business day.

Drop Box NOT Available: If the location does not have a key drop box, the location does not permit vehicles to be left after closing hours. The customer should never lock or leave the keys inside the car. The customer is responsible for the vehicle & all charges (including any damages to or theft of the vehicle and locksmith fees if they choose to lock the keys in the car). The customer can either choose to return the car the next day the location is open OR change the Drop Off Location to the nearest Regional Airport. Customer is responsible for all charges related to the drop-off modification.

Humboldt County Airport Rental Car Return

Done with your ACV airport rental car? You can return it to the same place you picked it up.

Follow the signs for our car rental return and park your car within the Budget area.

ACV Car Rental Information

The California Redwood Coast - Humboldt County Airport (formerly known as the Eureka-Arcata Airport) is centrally located on the North Coast, situated 8 miles from Arcata and 15 miles from Eureka. After you land, you can find our Budget car rental location inside the airport terminal. You can book a Budget car rental at the Arcata, CA, airport and take advantage of some nice perks. 

Fastbreak Membership: Are you a frequent traveler? Our free Fastbreak Membership speeds up the rental process and offers you access to exclusive discounts. Sign up today!

Cheap Prices: Budget can be your one-stop shop for car rentals at the Arcata airport. On top of discounts and coupons, we’ll match any better Budget rate you find online with our Best Rate Guarantee.

What Is the Cheapest Car Rental at Humboldt County Airport?

Planning your trip is easy—you can book a car rental in minutes! We offer a diverse selection of vehicles for your car rental at the Eureka, CA, airport. Choose your pickup and drop-off locations in the form, then click “Select My Car” to compare different options and prices. Select one that fits your plans and budget. 

Full-Size Car Rental

Whether you want to visit the Sequoia Park Zoo or the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, a full-size car rental is a well-rounded choice. 

 

Midsize SUV Rental

Families and smaller groups love midsize SUVs. These models are smaller, which helps with gas mileage, and they have room for five people and some luggage.

 

Economy Car Rental

If you want to browse Eureka’s Old Town District or Sequoia Park, we suggest an economy car. It’s well-suited to adventurous road trips and scenic drives alike.

 

Long-Term Car Rental

A monthly car rental at the Arcata, CA, airport may be just the option your trip needs. We offer competitive rates and no long-term commitment. 

 

One-Way Car Rental

No matter the specifics of your trip details, we’re happy to help. We provide one-way car rentals with drop-off locations all over the country. 

 

Popular Car Rentals

Not sure which vehicle will best suit your trip? Some of our most popular car rentals include vans, economy cars, and pickup trucks. 

 

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