Cheap Car Rentals at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)

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Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Address:

2600 Richmond Hwy,
(Airline Passengers Only), Arlington, VA, Virginia, 22202, United States

Phone:

(1) 703-872-0320 (0)

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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

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A car rental from Budget's DCA location will make your stay even more enjoyable. Choose from our selection of vehicles such as SUVs, economy cars, and vans to start the reservation process. 

Location Information

Where is Budget Car Rental at DCA?

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If you have arrived at Terminal 1, please exit the doors on the baggage claim level, follow the purple signs for OFF-AIRPORT SHUTTLES/RENTAL CARS and proceed to our Budget shuttle bus pick up area at the far end of sidewalk walking towards your right. A dedicated Budget-branded shuttle bus will transport you to our lot which is located off-airport to pick up your rental car. Please be sure not to board the airport shuttle bus. If you have arrived at Terminal 2, please exit the doors on the baggage claim level, follow the purple signs for OFF-AIRPORT SHUTTLES/RENTAL CARS and proceed to our Budget shuttle bus pick up area across the street. A dedicated Budget-branded shuttle bus will transport you to our lot which is located off-airport to pick up your rental car. Please be sure not to board the airport shuttle bus. Once you arrive in our lot, look for your name and zone on the Budget Fastbreak reader board. You can go directly to your zone to select the vehicle of your choice. A customer service agent will be there to assist you. The shuttle meets all flights arriving during Budget hours of operation. The shuttle is not available for later flights or flights delayed after closing time. The vehicles are located at 2600 Richmond Highway, Arlington VA 22202. All returns should proceed to 2600 Richmond Highway, Arlington VA 22202 and a dedicated Budget-branded shuttle bus will transport you back to the airport. Returns opens at 4:30AM. The shuttle meets all flights arriving during Budget hours of operation. The shuttle is not available for later flights or flights delayed after closing time.
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Rental Location is Accessible Only to Airport Passengers. All other Renters, please select pick-up location: Fashion Center at Pentagon City, 1100 S Hayes St., Arlington, VA 22202. COUNTER: - AIRLINE PASSENGERS ONLY: If you have arrived at Terminal 1, please exit the doors on the baggage claim level, follow the purple signs for OFF-AIRPORT SHUTTLES/RENTAL CARS and proceed to our Budget shuttle bus pick up area at the far end of sidewalk walking towards your right. A dedicated Budget-branded shuttle bus will transport you to our lot which is located off-airport to pick up your rental car. Please be sure not to board the airport shuttle bus. If you have arrived at Terminal 2, please exit the doors on the baggage claim level, follow the purple signs for OFF-AIRPORT SHUTTLES/RENTAL CARS and proceed to our Budget shuttle bus pick up area across the street. A dedicated Budget-branded shuttle bus will transport you to our lot which is located off-airport to pick up your rental car. Please be sure not to board the airport shuttle bus. Upon arrival at the facility, please proceed inside the lobby and an agent will assist you. Upon completion of your rental agreement, you will be directed to your zone where you can select the vehicle of your choice. The shuttle meets all flights arriving during Budget hours of operation. The shuttle is not available for later flights or flights delayed after closing time. VEHICLES: Located at 2600 Richmond Highway, Arlington VA 22202. RETURNS: All returns should proceed to 2600 Richmond Highway, Arlington VA 22202 and a Budget-branded shuttle bus will transport you back to the airport. Returns opens at 4:30 AM. COUNTER: WALK-UP RENTERS/LOCAL RENTERS: Book your reservation for and proceed to the nearest Budget location at this address: Fashion Center at Pentagon City, 1100 S Hayes St., Arlington, VA 22202. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: The return lot is staffed starting at 4:30 AM for rental car returns. For this location, if returning a car to meet an early flight arriving between 4:30 AM and open regular business hours, it will be necessary to book the return time during regular business hours of operation. The car will be checked in at the actual time you return the car. The Budget-branded shuttle bus also operates early to take customers to the terminal. Cars are not allowed to be returned between closing time & 4:30 AM.

Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) Car Rental Return

When it’s time to return your Budget car rental to the DCA Airport, navigate to the address listed at the top of this page. Budget handles car rental drop-off in the same place where car rental pickup takes place.

DCA Car Rental Information

Get a Reagan Airport car rental from Budget, and you’ll be about ten minutes away from the Pentagon, the National Mall, the Capitol Building, and all the historical and modern sites in our nation’s capital. Or rent a car and drive west to enjoy the beautiful countryside and country clubs of Virginia.

What is the best type of car to rent in Washington DC?

The DC area has some of the most interesting and exciting historical sites in America—not to mention some of the most powerful people. Whether you’re here for business or pleasure, Budget can find the right DCA car rental for you.

Van Rental

A passenger van rental comes with either 12 or 15 seats, perfect for a larger group visiting the U.S. Capitol Building. A minivan rental, such as a Nissan Quest, can take a family of up to 7 or 8 to the Smithsonian museums—with room for souvenirs.

 

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SUV Rental

With all the tourists driving distracted because of the historical sights of DC, an SUV can give you the security of a high seating position and tough design. You’ll feel safer in DC traffic in a Jeep Patriot or a roomy GMC Yukon.

 

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Long-Term Car Rental

Do you need to live or work in the Washington DC area for an extended time? A Budget monthly car rental service gives discounted rates the longer you rent—for 11 months or less. We’ll also discount your loss damage waiver and let you swap cars anytime.

 

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Luxury Car Rental

For a luxurious time cruising the George Washington Memorial Parkway next to the Potomac River, playing golf courses in Virginia, or visiting the Spa at Four Seasons, travel in style in a convertible car rental, such as a Mustang GT or Camaro SS.

 

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