FLL Rental Car Guide: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Renting a car at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This guide covers the pickup process, top brands on-airport, average prices, hidden fees, and the specific tricks for saving money at FLL that you would not learn from the rental company itself.
Where to pick up your rental at FLL
Consolidated rental facility reached by free shuttle (10 minutes).
Rental shuttle is at the second floor of every terminal. Free, runs every 5 minutes.
FLL pricing & hidden fees
Average daily rate: $50-$70 economy, $90-$140 SUV.
Mandatory airport fees: Concession recovery 11.11%, customer facility charge $4.50/day, FL state tax 6%.
That means a $50/day economy rental at FLL actually costs $65-$75/day after fees. Always check the all-in total when comparing across brands.
Top rental brands at FLL
FLL hosts 11 on-airport rental brands:
- Hertz
- Enterprise
- Avis
- Budget
- National
- Alamo
- Dollar
- Thrifty
- Sixt
- Fox
- Payless
Best for premium service: Alamo (massive leisure fleet)
Cheapest base rates: Fox and Payless are typically 25% below majors
For each brand's specific fuel policies and refueling charges, see our deep-dive guides:
Hertz fuel policy · Enterprise fuel policy · Avis fuel policy · Budget fuel policy · National fuel policy
FLL-specific quirks worth knowing
Should you rent off-airport instead?
FLL is often $20-$40/day cheaper than MIA for the same dates. Many South Florida travelers fly into FLL specifically for cheaper rentals.
Worth considering for longer rentals: Hollywood (10 min) and Pompano Beach (15 min) for cheaper week+ rentals.
How to save the most at FLL
- Compare across all 11 brands. Price differences of 30-40% for the same car class on the same dates are common at FLL.
- Skip prepaid fuel. Self-fill at a station 3-5 miles from the rental return is cheaper in 85%+ of cases. FillItRight calculates the exact gallons.
- Decline counter insurance. Your credit card or auto policy almost certainly covers it. InsureItRight tells you which.
- Photograph everything at pickup. Every panel, the fuel gauge, the odometer, with timestamps on. Saves you in damage disputes 30+ days later.
- Read the agreement. Especially the fuel policy section — that's where the $9-$11/gal refueling charge hides.
Frequently asked questions
Where do you pick up a rental car at FLL?
Consolidated rental facility reached by free shuttle (10 minutes). Rental shuttle is at the second floor of every terminal. Free, runs every 5 minutes.
What is the average rental car price at FLL?
$50-$70 economy, $90-$140 SUV. Plus airport fees that typically add 25-40% to the displayed daily rate.
What hidden fees should I watch for at FLL?
Concession recovery 11.11%, customer facility charge $4.50/day, FL state tax 6%. These are mandatory and apply to every rental at this airport.
Which rental car company is best at FLL?
For premium fleet and reliability: Alamo (massive leisure fleet). For cheapest base rates: Fox and Payless are typically 25% below majors. Always compare total prices including the airport fees.
Is it cheaper to rent a car off-airport from FLL?
FLL is often $20-$40/day cheaper than MIA for the same dates. Many South Florida travelers fly into FLL specifically for cheaper rentals. Specifically: Hollywood (10 min) and Pompano Beach (15 min) for cheaper week+ rentals.
Are there any quirks to renting at FLL?
FLL is known for "rental car cruises" — companies need to move cars to/from cruise ports nearby (Port Everglades). Free relocation deals are common during cruise season.