Portland Maine Car Rental (PWM)

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Portland Intl Jetport (PWM)

Address:

1001 Westbrook St,
Portland, ME, Maine, 04102, United States

Phone:

(1) 207-874-7521

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM

If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.

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Location Information

Where Is Budget at the Portland Jetport?

Fastbreak Service
Proceed to the Budget counter Fastbreak line/or normal line if no Fastbreak line designation/or follow directions to the Fastbreak Kiosk. Present identification and receive your rental agreement. The counter representative will give the customer the keys & directions to their car.
FASTBREAK RETURN: Follow the airport signs for Car Rental return. You do not need to return to the counter to complete your rental. Record your mileage and fuel level on the rental agreement and drop it in the Budget Fastbreak return box. A closed rental agreement will be mailed to you within 48 hours.
General Directions
COUNTER: Budget counter is located adjacent to baggage claim area.
CARS: Located across the street from baggage claim.
RETURNS: Same as pick-up.
AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Available. Park & lock car. Place keys and completed contract in drop box at the counter.
DRIVERS CIRCLE
When you arrive, go to the Budget counter in the baggage claim area. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
Valet Return: If offered, you will be told about our service as you are escorted to your car.

PWM Rental Car Return 

When you’re ready to head home on your return flight, you can find Budget rental car return at the PWM airport at the address above. The location is in the same area as car pickup, across the street from the baggage claim area. Road signs for car rental will direct you there as you approach the airport.

Portland, Maine, Airport Car Rental Information

Planning a trip to Portland, Maine? If you’re flying into Portland International Jetport, you’ll be wise to choose a PWM car rental from Budget. We’ll allow you to streamline your travel itinerary quickly so you can be on your way to explore all Portland has to offer. Enjoy great rates and other perks when you choose Budget.

Fastbreak Membership: Fastbreak Membership is the best way to speed up the process of getting your Portland, Maine, airport car rental. You’ll get to skip lines and enjoy exclusive rates.

Cheap Prices: Budget always has a variety of great offers, and you can get the best rate on our cars with our Best Rate Guarantee.

What Is the Cheapest Car Rental at PWM?

When you’re trying to decide on the best car rental for your stay, consider what you have planned in Portland. If you’re checking out kid-friendly sights, you may want a minivan rental to get around in. For a large crowd, a 12- or 15-passenger van is your best bet. Whatever you’re looking for, you can see what vehicles may be available during your trip by booking a reservation in the form above. Prices for each vehicle are shown so you can find the cheapest options for car rental at the Portland, Maine, Airport. Browse the vehicle options below for a sample of our car fleet.

SUVs

Pack your kayaking gear and rent a car like a rugged and roomy SUV for a day at Peaks Island. 

 

Small to Full-Size Sedans

Save on gas while staying out of the rain and cold with a sedan rental. Choose from various sizes and models.

 

Long-Term Car Rentals

Monthly car rental is a great option if you’re planning to stick around Portland for more than a few weeks.

 

Vans

Choose a minivan rental if you want a convenient way to get your family from Fort Williams Park to Casco Bay. Our spacious 12- and 15-passenger vans are ideal for large travel groups.

 

Luxury Cars

Cruise up to the Portland Museum of Art in your dream car when you rent a muscle car or luxury sedan from Budget.

 

Convertibles

Soak up the scenic views from the Bug Light historical lighthouse area in a convertible.

 

Portland Intl Jetport Travel FAQs

Getting around in a car is highly recommended when visiting Portland, Maine. While the city does have a METRO system, a car rental from Budget grants you the freedom to fully explore the city. You can also take your rental and drive to the Acadia National Park for a day trip. (Source)

When flying into Portland, your best bet is to fly into Portland International Jetport (PMW). When flying into this airport, you can visit us at our Portland Budget counter to grab your new set of wheels. The next closest airport is nearly an hour and a half away, making Portland International Jetport the best option for exploring the city. (Source)

From the airport, downtown Portland is about nine miles away. Depending on the time of day and traffic, the drive can take around 20 to 40 minutes by car. While other options such as light rail exist for getting downtown, a Budget Car Rental ensures you already have the freedom to travel anywhere. (Source)

The origin of the airport code PWM can be traced back to the early days of the airport when pilots navigated by following beacon lights across various airports. The final light before Portland was at Westbrook, about 10 miles to the west. This flight pattern became the inspiration for the airport code. The three letters stand for Portland Westbrook Municipal. (Source)

The Portland International Jetport is the largest airport in Maine, but it is more of a small to medium airport. In 2022, about 1.9 million passengers passed through the airport, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. If you’re making your first trip through PWM, you should know that the airport’s terminal is relatively small and easy to navigate. (Source)

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