Cheap Thrifty Car Hire Deals at Portland Airport, PDX

Ask if there are extra charges for picking up at the airport versus off-site locations.

If you have a specific vehicle in mind, opt for rentals that guarantee your chosen car type. This ensures that you receive the vehicle you expect, rather than being offered an alternative.

We recommend that in order to have access to the best deals when considering hiring a car at Airport you should pre-book online up to 8 weeks in advance.

At Airport, you can rent a variety of cars, from small three-door models for city driving to people carriers and vans. Take your time to find the one that suits your needs. The most popular car types at Airport are Fullsize SUV, Intermediate, Compact

Planning to rent a car with for more than a couple of weeks? No problem! Simply enter your desired dates when searching, and we'll show you available options. Remember, renting for a full month might be cheaper than renting for three weeks.

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.

Allow for possible delays at the rental desk, particularly during busy travel times.

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.