Rent a Car at Dallas/Fort Worth Intl Airport (DFW)

We are sorry, the site has not properly responded to your request. Please try again. If the problem persists, please Contact Us.<{{vm.code}}> Reference Number <{{vm.referenceNumber}}>
You are successfully logged in. We have re-started your reservation to ensure your profile preferences are included.
{{vm.errMsgPast}}

lbl.res.selectOne,budget

lbl.res.bookingFor,budget
Add Customer ID *
{{vm.reservationModel.personalInfoRQ.firstName}} {{vm.reservationModel.personalInfoRQ.lastName}}
{{vm.customer.firstName}} {{vm.customer.lastName}}
{{vm.reservationModel.personalInfoRQ.firstName}} {{vm.reservationModel.personalInfoRQ.lastName}}
{{vm.customer.wizardNumberMasked}}
Offer Codes {{couponCount}}*
Select Vehicle Type *
Your offer code is invalid. Learn Why?
Your Coupon can't be used for this reservation. Learn Why?
Please enter valid membership number.
{{item.description}}

* Optional

Note: Rates are calculated based on details you provide. Modifications may change your rate, and if so, the Car Selection page will redisplay.

Continue

lbl.res.selectOne,budget

lbl.res.bookingFor,budget
Select My Car Continue

Dallas/Fort Worth Intl Airport (DFW)

Address: 2424 East 38th Street, Dallas, TX, Texas, 75261, United States
Phone: (1) 972-615-4400
Location Type: Corporate
Hours of Operation: Sun - Sat 6:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Keydrop Location

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

fast-break-logo

Location Information

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is less than an hour drive from some of the best attractions in the area. Choose a rental car and spend some time exploring Reunion Tower, Pioneer Plaza, and more. Several of these sites are spread out, so getting your Budget vehicle before even leaving the airport is going to save you some time and hassle.

Where is Budget Car Rental at DFW?

Get your luggage from the baggage claim area and follow the rental car signs to the pick-up area on the lower level of the terminal. There, you can catch the shuttle to the DFW Rental Car Center and the Budget counter.

DFW Rental Car Return

Return your Budget car rental to the Dallas/Fort Worth airport Rental Car Center at 2424 East 38th Street, Dallas. Follow signs for the Rental Car Center as you approach the airport, and look for the correct entrance to the Budget lot. A shuttle is available 24 hours a day to return you to the terminal for your flight.

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Dallas, TX?

You can rent a car from Budget Rent a Car beginning at age 21. Customers aged 21-24 can rent a car for a daily surcharge of $27 as long as they have a valid driver’s license and credit card, but some vehicle restrictions apply. Renters age 25 and older are not impacted by these restrictions.

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

There are a variety of things to do in Dallas and Fort Worth, and Budget has a rental car to match every occasion. Whether you need an economy car or a premium SUV, we have great deals on a DFW car rental for you.

Van Rental

Any road trip is always better when you travel with a group of close friends or family. Take your kids to the Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark in a minivan rental, such as the Kia Sedona. If you’re traveling with a group of more than 7 people, a 12 or 15 passenger van rental is a great way to get to Pioneer Plaza.

SUV Rental

Rent a versatile premium SUV for your trip to Dallas. The Ford Explorer is comfortable and spacious after a plane ride. The Chevrolet Suburban has all the space you’ll need to make it to hiking or fishing areas near White Rock Lake with all of your luggage and gear.

Long-Term Car Rental

Long-term or monthly car rentals are a convenient solution if you need to rent a car for more than a few weeks. Our monthly car rentals have great deals and are perfect for interns in the city or for extended vacationers who want to enjoy the entire VisitDallas Summer Concert series.

Luxury Car Rental

Heated steering wheels and leather seats are just the beginning with Budget’s luxury car rentals. Join the vibrant nightlife of downtown Dallas in a Mustang or make a statement at a Highland Park party in a Mercedes-Benz. Whichever luxury car rental you end up choosing will make your Dallas trip memorable.

Fastbreak Service
Proceed directly to the Car Rental Center bus stop on the lower level of the airport terminal. The common car rental bus will proceed to the Car Rental Center. Find your name on the Budget FastBreak monitor and proceed to designated vehicle area. Choose vehicle & proceed to exit booth. Present driver's license & hang tag to Budget agent.
General Directions
COUNTER: Airline Passengers: Collect baggage, follow rental car signs to designated pick-up area on lower level of terminal. From there, board rental car shuttle bus. Buses depart every five minutes & reach the rental car center in approximately 10 minutes.

CARS: Located outside of the "rental car plaza" on airport property.

RETURNS: To return to DFW Airport rental car facility:

TO RETURN FROM 121 NORTH or 635:
Follow DFW north entrance signs, then follow detour signs at north end of DFW airport
to exit at 114 and Texan Trail. Turn south on Texan Trail & go 1 block south to Airfield Dr
to a dead end & turn left on Airfield Dr. Proceed to southbound service rd, then turn right (south) and go through airport, passing terminals until you get to Rental Car Drive. Turn left at the light. Go straight ahead over bridge to Passport & turn left at light. Turn left into correct rental car return entrance to enter lot.

TO RETURN FROM 114 WEST AREA:
Follow DFW airport north entry signs to Texan Trail exit off of 114 near entrance of DFW airport. Exit Texan Trail & turn right. Go 1 block to dead end into Airfield Dr & turn left at light. Proceed to southbound service road & turn right. Continue through airport on southbound service rd passing terminals to Rental Car Drive exit. Turn left at the light & go straight ahead across bridge to Passport Dr. Turn left at light. Proceed & turn left into correct rental car return entrance to enter lot.

TO RETURN FROM 114 EAST AREA:
Follow DFW airport entry signs to Freeport Parkway exit. Turn left & go 1 block to Airfield Drive & turn right. Go west & pass over Freeway Bridge & loop to right to follow the southbound service rd. Go south through terminals on southbound service rd until you get to exit at Rental Car Dr. Turn left & go across bridge, going straight to Passport Dr, then turn left. Proceed & turn left into correct rental car return entrance to enter lot.

TO RETURN FROM SOUTH 183 and 360:
Follow signs to DFW airport south entry at 183 and 360 interchange. Enter south DFW airport entrance. Go approximately 1 mile to Rental Car Dr, exit & turn right. Go to Passport Dr & turn left. Proceed & turn left into correct rental car return entrance & enter lot.

AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Available. Park & lock the car. Place the completed contract & the keys in the key drop box.
NOTE: Only Budget vehicles being returned should enter the return area when Budget is closed. Any vehicles entering the return area while Budget is closed will not be able to exit the return area until Budget opens the following morning.
DRIVERS CIRCLE - FASTBREAK COUNTER
When you arrive, proceed to the courtesy bus pick-up area. Inform the Budget bus driver that you are a Drivers Circle member. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
After-hours Returns
Park & lock the car. Place the completed contract & the keys in the Drop Box located in the Returns area. Remember to take your personal belongings with you.

Terms and Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Other Nearby Locations

  • 1Irving Tx 1 Irving Tx

    3.66 miles away

    Address: 2415 West Airport Freeway

    Phone: (1) 972-255-5115

    Location Type: Corporate

    Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM


    fast-break-logo

  • 2Wingate Inn Las Colinas 2 Wingate Inn Las Colinas

    4.8 miles away

    Address: 850 W Walnut Hill Ln - Ste 127

    Phone: (1) 214-596-9160

    Location Type: Corporate

    Hours of Operation: Sun 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM


    fast-break-logo

  • 3Grapevine 3 Grapevine

    5.67 miles away

    Address: 617 East Dallas Road

    Phone: (1) 817-421-3871

    Location Type: Corporate

    Hours of Operation: Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM


    fast-break-logo

  • 4Grand Prairie/North Arlington 4 Grand Prairie/North Arlington

    6.46 miles away

    Address: 1110 N State Hwy 360

    Phone: (1) 972-606-9901

    Location Type: Corporate

    Hours of Operation: Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM


    fast-break-logo

  • 5North Arlington 5 North Arlington

    8.4 miles away

    Address: 3212 E Abram St

    Phone: (1) 817-640-8390

    Location Type: Corporate

    Hours of Operation: Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM


    fast-break-logo

View More Locations