Cheap Thrifty Car Hire in Brownsville

When hiring a car, especially if you’re arriving in Brownsville by flight, plan for extra time at pickup to accommodate any potential delays. Suppliers like Thrifty typically offer a grace period of 30-60 minutes. Providing your flight number can be helpful, but if you’re running late, be sure to call the supplier to inform them.

Ensure that you have a valid driving licence with at least one year of driving experience. If you are a foreign driver travelling to Brownsville, an international driving permit may be required. Remember, hire rates can be higher for drivers under 25 or over 70

Before booking, review the rental agreement for any hidden fees such as airport surcharges, additional driver fees, or late return penalties. Understanding these can help you budget more effectively.

Before renting a car, check if your personal car insurance covers rental losses. Many personal auto insurance policies and credit cards offer coverage for rentals, which could save you from extra insurance fees.

Car-sharing services can be a flexible and cost-effective solution for brief journeys.

When renting a car, understand the fuel policy. A 'Full-to-Full' policy means you return the car with a full tank, while 'Same-to-Same' means you return it with the same level of fuel. Full-to-Full is often more cost-effective.

Choose car hire suppliers with high ratings, as these often indicate better service, newer cars, and more convenient pickup locations. For Brownsville, we have car hire deals from 7 suppliers. Among them, Thrifty has a rating of 4.3, Hertz has a rating of 4.7, AVIS has a rating of 4.5 and Enterprise has a rating of 4.3.

Research fuel prices in the area where you'll return the vehicle. Filling up at a local station may be cheaper than paying for fuel through the rental company, especially if they charge higher rates.