Cheap Car Rentals at Raleigh-Durham International. Airport (RDU)

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Raleigh Durham Intl Airport (RDU)

Address:

1000 Rental Car Drive,
Morrisville, NC, North Carolina, 27560, United States

Phone:

(1) 919-840-4781

Location Type:

Corporate

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 4:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Keydrop Location

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

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Location Information

Where is Budget Car Rental at RDU?

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From all terminals, proceed to baggage claim area & through the outside doors. There is a designated "Rental Car Pick Up" area. Wait for the shuttle bus, which will transport customers to the rental site on airport property. 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: From all terminals, proceed to baggage claim area & through the outside doors. There is a designated "Rental Car Pick Up" area. Wait for the shuttle bus, which will transport customers to the rental site on airport property. CARS: Vehicles are on the rental site, which is about 3 miles or approximately 5 minutes from the terminal. RETURNS: Same as pick-up. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Park the car inside our secured lot. Then leave the completed contract & the keys inside the unlocked car and take the bus back to the terminal. Remember to take your personal belongings with you. The car return lot opens daily at 4AM to accept returns.
DRIVERS CIRCLE - FASTBREAK COUNTER When you arrive, from all terminals, proceed to baggage claim area & through the outside doors. There is a designated "Rental Car Pick Up" area. Wait for the shuttle bus, which will transport customers to the rental site on airport property. Proceed to the Budget counter Fastbreak line or follow directions to the Fastbreak Kiosk. 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.
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.

Raleigh-Durham Airport Rental Car Return

RDU rental car return is located at 1000 Rental Car Drive, Morrisville, NC, on the airport campus. You come here to pick up and drop off your Budget Car Rental at the Raleigh airport. Once your car rental has been returned, our shuttle will take you to the airport for your flight. After-hour returns are not available, but we’re open until at least midnight every day.

Raleigh Airport Car Rental

Picking up a rental car at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the best way to start your travels. A Budget car rental at RDU puts you in prime position to explore North Carolina at your leisure, taking the extra stress out of your stay, whether you’re here for business or pleasure. 

Fastbreak Membership: Sign up for a totally free Fastbreak membership and enjoy premium perks like skipping the line and savings on future rentals.

Cheap Prices: Take advantage of our Budget Best Rate Guarantee by booking directly on our website. Our prices are the lowest anywhere on the Budget fleet.

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Find a Raleigh-Durham airport car rental that matches your travel plans when you click “Select My Car” and begin your reservation. Our selection has rides for solo travelers, business people, and large groups.

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Van Rental

Both passenger van rental and minivan rental options are available with Budget. Rent a minivan and go to Umstead State Park, or use a 12- or 15-passenger van to keep school groups together. 

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SUV Rental

The South is full of beautiful outdoor vistas—and an SUV rental from Budget can help you see them. Take your SUV to Lake Crabtree County Park or Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. 

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Long-Term Car Rental

If Southern hospitality keeps you content in North Carolina, opt for a monthly car rental. Monthly car rentals through Budget give you plenty of time to explore Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and Durham. 

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Luxury Car Rental

Take a luxury car rental and head down to Chatham Hill Winery or Brier Creek Country Club for a classic Southern experience. Make sure to reserve today. 

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Convertible Rental

Drive through North Carolina’s rolling hills with the top down on a convertible rental. It’s a great vehicle choice during the mild and beautiful springs and autumns.

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Escape Raleigh-Durham Airport with a Budget Car Rental

RDU may just be a waypoint on your journey. If you end up spending more time here than you anticipated, aren’t you lucky? Get out of the airport with a cheap car rental from RDU and explore the Raleigh-Durham metro area. Fondly known as the Research Triangle, this part of North Carolina holds three major universities (and their excellent basketball teams). Grab a car rental and take some time to tour around while you have the chance.

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