LAS Rental Car Guide: Harry Reid International Airport
Renting a car at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, Nevada. This guide covers the pickup process, top brands on-airport, average prices, hidden fees, and the specific tricks for saving money at LAS that you would not learn from the rental company itself.
Where to pick up your rental at LAS
All on-airport rental companies share the Rent-A-Car Center at 7135 Gilespie Street, about 3 miles south of the airport, reached by free shuttle.
In Terminal 1, the rental car shuttle stop is outside doors 10 and 11. In Terminal 3, there are shuttle stops at both ends of the terminal. Allow extra time for the ride and any line at the counter.
LAS pricing & hidden fees
Average daily rate: varies by season, so compare all-in quotes for your dates.
Mandatory airport fees and taxes: A concession recovery fee, a daily customer facility charge, Nevada's 10% short-term lease fee, Clark County's 2% car rental fee (rentals of 31 days or less), and Clark County's 8.375% sales tax. Check your agreement for the airport fee amounts.
These charges are added on top of the quoted base rate, so a cheap headline price at LAS can look very different at checkout. Always check the all-in total when comparing across brands.
Top rental brands at LAS
LAS lists 10 rental brands at the Rent-A-Car Center:
- Hertz
- Enterprise
- Avis
- Budget
- National
- Alamo
- Dollar
- Thrifty
- Sixt
- Payless
Best for premium service: Hertz, National and Avis (loyalty programs can speed up pickup)
Cheapest base rates: Compare Payless, Dollar and Thrifty against the majors, since the gap changes with your dates
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
LAS-specific quirks worth knowing
Should you rent off-airport instead?
Every on-airport rental at LAS already includes a shuttle ride to the Rent-A-Car Center. Off-airport branches add their own ride, so they are only occasionally worth it for longer rentals.
Worth considering for longer rentals: a branch near your hotel, if you only need the car for part of the trip. Compare the all-in totals, since off-airport does not always win.
How to save the most at LAS
- Compare the all-in total. At LAS, the cheapest headline rate is not always the cheapest final bill.
- Skip prepaid fuel. Self-fill is usually cheaper: fill up close to the return location, since the company refuel charge is usually well above the pump price. Check your agreement for the exact rate.
- Check your coverage before you go. Many credit cards and auto policies cover damage to a rental, but card coverage never includes liability, so confirm what you have before declining the counter's offer.
More tips: how to avoid hidden rental fees.
Frequently asked questions
Where do you pick up a rental car at LAS?
Take the free rental car shuttle to the Rent-A-Car Center, about 3 miles south of the airport. In Terminal 1 the stop is outside doors 10 and 11; in Terminal 3 there are stops at both ends of the terminal.
What is the average rental car price at LAS?
There is no reliable average for LAS: rates swing hard around conventions and big events. Compare all-in quotes for your dates.
What hidden fees should I watch for at LAS?
A concession recovery fee, a daily customer facility charge, Nevada's 10% short-term lease fee, Clark County's 2% car rental fee and Clark County's 8.375% sales tax.
Which rental car company is best at LAS?
Hertz, National and Avis loyalty programs can speed up pickup, and Payless, Dollar and Thrifty are worth pricing against the majors.
Is it cheaper to rent a car off-airport from LAS?
Rarely for short trips, since you need a ride to reach an off-airport branch. A branch near your hotel can make sense if you only need a car for part of the trip.
Are there any quirks to renting at LAS?
Rates can jump during big conventions and events, so book early or look for relocation deals.