Cheap Car Rentals at Baltimore-Washington International. Airport (BWI)

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Apo (BWI)

Address:

7426 New Ridge Road,
Hanover, MD, Maryland, 21076, United States

Phone:

(1) 410-691-2913

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Keydrop Location

If flying in, shuttle to both the rental counter and car lot.

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Location Information

Where Is Budget Car Rental at the Baltimore Airport?

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Follow the signs to the Baggage Claim area in the lower level to collect baggage. Proceed through exit doors in area B of the lower level for the Rental Car Shuttle bus which, is used by all Rental Car companies. The courtesy bus will take you to the Consolidated Rental Car Facility. Proceed inside to the rental counter.
General Directions
COUNTER: **Airline Passengers** Follow signs to the baggage claim area in the lower level. Proceed through exit doors in area B of the lower level for the common Rental Car Shuttle bus operated by the airport. The courtesy bus will take you to the Consolidated Rental Car Facility. Proceed inside to the counter. Common bus runs every 5 - 7 minutes. The airport operates the shuttle to accommodate all flights.
**Local Renters** Proceed directly to the Consolidated Rental Car Facility. From Airport Highway, follow the Car Rental Return signs. Go past the Car Rental Return Ramp to the front of the Consolidated Rental Car Facility. 15-min free parking is available in front of the building.
VEHICLES: Located at the Consolidated Rental Car Facility.
RETURNS: Same as pick-up.
DRIVERS CIRCLE
Follow signs to the Baggage Claim area in the lower level to collect baggage. Proceed through exit doors in area B of the lower level for the Rental Car Shuttle bus which, is used by all rental car companies. The courtesy bus will take you to the Consolidated Rental Car Facility. Proceed inside to the Budget counter. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
After-hours Returns
The Budget return area is closed from 11:00 pm to 6:00 am. For After-hours returns as a courtesy, Budget customers returning after that time can return their vehicle to the Avis facility at 7432 New Ridge Road, Hanover, MD 21076. Customers will be shuttled back to the airport. Customers leave the keys in the car with the doors unlocked. Remember to take your personal belongings with you. Once the vehicle is checked in an e-receipt will be sent.

BWI Rental Car Return 

To find the BWI airport rental car return area, take Airport Highway and follow signs for Car Rental Return; the address is listed above if you want to input it for your navigation app.

BWI Car Rental Information

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport services Baltimore, MD, as well as the Washington, DC, area. Enjoy the convenience of a BWI airport car rental so you can head out into the city right away.

Fastbreak Membership: If exclusive deals and faster checkout from the rental counter appeal to you, become a Fastbreak member. Budget will reward your loyalty with extra savings and an enhanced rental experience. 

Cheap Prices: Budget is proud to be known for low prices, special offers, and extra savings. To get our lowest prices, book on Budget.com where you get our best rate, guaranteed.

What is the best type of car to rent in Baltimore?

The right car rental can make a huge difference when traveling. At Budget, we offer several different options to match your itinerary. Review our car selection and reserve your favorite car rental at the Baltimore, MD, airport.

Van Rental

If you’re traveling with a large group, make sure to take a look at our excellent passenger van rentals. Smaller groups will fit comfortably in a minivan rental. While in the area, you and your kids might enjoy the Baltimore Maritime Museum or the Maryland Science Center.

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SUV Rental

Baltimore may be a big city, but there are still plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures. Pack your SUV rental with your gear and enjoy a day of fishing or kayaking in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Drive a little further and spend an afternoon floating down Gunpowder River.

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Long-Term Car Rental

If an internship, a family emergency, or an extended vacation brings you to the area, our monthly car rental plans could be a good fit for you. We offer flexible plans with great savings and top-quality rental cars.

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Luxury Car Rental

The East Coast is full of beautiful, green scenic drives, and Baltimore is no exception. Enjoy the views as you travel down roads like the Historic National Road/Pike by taking advantage of a luxury or sports car rental.

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Sedan Rental

If Baltimore isn’t your final destination, rent a road-trip-ready sedan from Budget at BWI. From economy to full-size, choose from models that are designed for hours of comfy driving.

BWI Airport Travel FAQs

No, Baltimore International is not a small airport. BWI covers over 3,000 acres of land and is one of the busiest airports in the National Capital Region. The airport serves South Central Pennsylvania, the Washington metropolitan area, and the Baltimore metropolitan area. 

Average security wait times vary by time of day, with an up to 35-minute wait during peak hours. Peak hours differ by day of the week, and it’s generally busier during early mornings and afternoons into the early evening hours. You can check current security wait times on the official BWI website.

Baltimore/Washington International is one of the top 25 busiest airports in the U.S. Because of how busy the airport is, BWI recommends passengers arrive at least two hours before domestic departures and at least three hours before international flights.

Yes, international flights are available at BWI. There are 14 gates dedicated to international travel. Most of these international gates are in Concourse E, which is exclusively used for international travel. Additionally, there are international gates in Concourse D. 

Baltimore/Washington International Airport is about 13 miles from downtown Baltimore, making BWI the closest airport. The next closest airports are Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), followed by Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Fortunately, it’s easy to reach the downtown area with Budget Car Rental, no matter which airport you fly into. 

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