Rent a car at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States

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About the Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States

About Baltimore/Washington International Airport, Maryland

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is a major airport serving the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. Located about 9 miles (14 km) south of downtown Baltimore and 32 miles (51 km) northeast of Washington, D.C., it’s a key hub for domestic and select international travel. Renting a car at Baltimore Airport gives you the freedom to explore Maryland’s cities, countryside, and nearby destinations like Annapolis and the Eastern Shore.

Airport facilities and services

BWI has a single, easy-to-navigate terminal with multiple concourses offering a variety of amenities, including restaurants, shopping, lounges, business services, free Wi-Fi, and accessibility support. Hotels like the BWI Airport Marriott and Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport are located within minutes of the terminal for added convenience.

Transportation to and from the airport

BWI is accessible via the Amtrak and MARC rail station, with free shuttle service between the airport and train station. The Light RailLink also connects BWI to downtown Baltimore. However, for travelers planning to explore the region or continue to Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, or Virginia, car rental is the most flexible option.

How to rent a car at Baltimore Airport

All rental services operate from the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, located just off-site and accessible by a free shuttle bus from the lower level terminal. Major providers include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Sixt, and Thrifty. Booking ahead with Rentcars ensures faster service, competitive prices, and access to extras like GPS, toll passes, and full coverage insurance.

Driving tips from Baltimore Airport

  • Drive on the right: As is standard in the U.S., vehicles drive on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Speed limits: Typically 25–35 mph in city areas, 55–65 mph on highways, and up to 70 mph on interstates unless otherwise posted.
  • Tolls: Maryland uses E-ZPass for its toll roads, bridges, and tunnels. Most rental cars are equipped with transponders.
  • Fuel stations: Easily found near the Rental Car Facility and major roads — most are open 24/7 and self-service.
  • Navigation: GPS or apps like Waze and Google Maps are essential for avoiding traffic and planning scenic or efficient routes across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Why book your car rental at Baltimore Airport with Rentcars?

Rentcars allows you to compare rates from top rental providers at Baltimore Airport in one place. With multilingual customer support, secure online booking, and no hidden fees, Rentcars helps you explore Maryland and the broader D.C. region with comfort and confidence.

Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States

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Average rental day price in the last 30 days

US$ 65.73

Most popular car rental models at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States

  • Chevrolet Tahoe (SUV)
  • Volkswagen Jetta (Standard)
  • Chrysler Pacifica (Minivan)

Best rated rental companies

  • Thrifty
  • Alamo

Car rental companies at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States

    Car Rental Requirements in the United States

    • Minimum Age

      In most countries, the minimum age required to hire a vehicle is 25.

    • Driver’s License

      Each driver must present a full, valid and original national driver's license held for minimum of 2 years. If your license is not in a language used in your destination country, an International Driver's Permit to accompany your national driver's license is highly recommended. Some rental companies and government agencies require that you present an IDP. It is the renter's responsibility to present both their IDP and Driver's License when picking up the vehicle. For more information, please reach out to the Rental Company.

    • ID or Passport

      Each driver must present a valid and original photo ID or passport.

    • International Credit Card

      The renter must present a personal credit card, valid in the country of pick-up with enough funds to put a hold for a security deposit. Third-party credit cards will not be accepted. The car rental company is solely responsible for approving the provided credit card. Online prepayment does not exempt the renter from providing a valid international credit card during vehicle pick-up. The rental company will place a hold in the amount of the security deposit and, when applicable, any additional local fees not covered in the prepaid voucher on the card provided at the rental location.

    • Prepaid Booking Voucher

      You must present a printout of the Booking Confirmation Voucher at the rental location. This document officially confirms all agreed upon services, payment conditions, rates, discounts, as well as vehicle availability within the group selected.

    • Important Information

      Car rental companies reserve the right to refuse service to underage or unlicensed drivers, those with poor credit history or individuals otherwise considered liabilities by the rental company.

    What to know before renting a car at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States

    • How much is it to rent a car at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States?

      The lowest price found at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States is US$ 46.19 per day.

    • Which rental company is the best rated at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States?

      The car rental company best rated by our customers at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States is Thrifty.

    • Which car model is the most rented at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States?

      The most popular car rental model at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States is the Chevrolet Tahoe.

    • What is the average car rental daily rate at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States?

      In the last 30 days, the average daily rate was US$ 65.73.

    • How many car rental locations are there at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States?

      at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States there are 9 locations at 9 car rental companies.

    • Which categories are available for rent at Baltimore-Washington Airport (BWI), Maryland, United States?

      SUV, Standard, Minivan, Full Size, Economy, Midsize, Special, Luxury, Van, Compact.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CAR RENTAL

    Proteções do veículo

    Vehicle Protection

    Rental car protections usually have the abbreviations CDW and LDW and protect the vehicle from robbery and damage in the event of collisions or accidents.

    Proteções à terceiros

    Third-Party Protection

    The protections against third parties have several abbreviations, such as ALI, SLI and others. In general, they protect the vehicle from third parties involved in collisions with your rental car.

    Caução

    Security deposit

    To pick up the car you must leave a security deposit, also called a pre-authorization. The amount is "blocked" on the renter's credit card and "unlocked" after the return of the car on the same conditions.

    Opcionais

    Optional items

    It is possible to add optional items to your reservation, such as GPS, child car seat or booster seat. Take advantage of those items so you don’t have to worry about it later!

    Condutor adicional

    Additional driver

    If someone else is sharing the wheel with you, they need to be added to the car rental agreement as an additional driver and meet the same documentation and minimum age requirements as the main driver or renter.

    Quilometragem

    Mileage

    Check if your reservation has free mileage or not. Free mileage means you can ride as much as you like with the rental car and you will not pay extra depending on the ride.

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