Affordable Car Hire in Fort Lauderdale

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car hire brands operating at Fort Lauderdale Airport, giving you exclusive access to our All Inclusive+ rate. This rate includes benefits that no other company can match:

• Free liability coverage starting at US$ 300,000 in case of an accident (applies only to certain rates and itineraries)
• Toll cashback: recover up to 5% of the reservation's total value for toll charges incurred during your hire period
• Premium travel medical assistance providing up to US$ 150,000 in coverage for a maximum of 5 passengers in case of a medical emergency, excluding pre-existing conditions
• No Extra Charges© guarantee: if the counter charges you for something not listed on your confirmation and not an optional add-on you accepted, Hola Car Rentals will work to remove or reimburse the charge after verification

All of this comes at no extra cost, ensuring a fully protected car hire experience and peace of mind throughout your trip at Fort Lauderdale Airport.

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking at Fort Lauderdale Airport are clearly shown at the time of reservation and in your confirmation email, so you know exactly what you are paying before you arrive at the counter.

On top of that, every Hola Car Rentals booking includes the No Extra Charges© guarantee. This is a pricing guarantee (not insurance) that protects you if the counter at Fort Lauderdale Airport charges you for something that was not listed on your confirmation and was not an optional add-on you accepted. If that happens, Hola Car Rentals will work with the hire partner to remove or reimburse the charge after verification.

The only costs outside this guarantee are:

• Optional add-ons you choose at the counter (GPS, child seats, prepaid fuel)
• Usage-based charges (tolls, fuel shortfall, traffic fines)

At Fort Lauderdale Airport, all hire car counters are located in the centralised Hire Car Centre (HCC), which is not inside any terminal.

• From Terminal 1: walk via the Concourse B pedestrian bridge on Level 2 directly into the HCC. The walk takes approximately 5 minutes.
• From Terminals 2, 3, or 4: take the free HCC shuttle from the lower level kerb. Shuttles run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, typically every 10 minutes. Total door-to-counter time is roughly 10 to 15 minutes.

Once inside the HCC, locate your hire brand's counter, present your driving licence, passport, credit card in the main driver’s name, and your booking confirmation. After completing paperwork, proceed to the adjacent garage level to inspect and collect your vehicle.

Allow extra time if you are arriving on an international flight, since clearing UK immigration and customs can add 45 to 90 minutes before you even reach the Fort Lauderdale Airport baggage claim area.

To collect your hire car at Fort Lauderdale Airport, you must bring all of the following physical documents to the HCC counter:

• A valid driving licence (original, unexpired, physical copy)
• A passport or government-issued photo ID
• A major credit card with your name printed on the card, in the main driver’s name, for the security deposit authorisation hold
• Your booking confirmation or printed voucher
• Round-trip flight or cruise tickets (required for visitors)

If your driving licence uses a non-Latin alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory alongside your original licence. For licences in other non-English scripts, an IDP is strongly recommended. The IDP is a translation only and cannot be used without your original licence.

Digital documents are not accepted at Fort Lauderdale Airport hire counters. All documents must be physical originals. Debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the security deposit authorisation hold.

Hiring a vehicle at Fort Lauderdale Airport means your base rate will have several location-specific surcharges added on top, which can total 20 to 25 percent of the base hire cost.

• Customer Facility Charge (CFC): up to US$4.50 per hire day, capped at 14 days, to fund the Hire Car Centre
• Airport Concession Recovery Fee (ACRF): approximately 10 to 12 percent of the base hire rate, charged because the hire company operates inside the airport
• Broward County hire tax: approximately 6 percent
• Florida state sales tax: 6 percent

These fees are standard at Fort Lauderdale Airport and are higher than what you would pay at an off-airport hire location in the same area. If your booking confirmation shows taxes and fees as included, you should not be billed again at the counter for those items. If you are charged for something not listed on your confirmation, keep all paperwork and contact support after your hire ends.

Almost all toll roads around Fort Lauderdale Airport are fully cashless, meaning there are no coin booths. Tolls are collected electronically via transponder or by photographing your licence plate (Toll-by-Plate).

Florida uses the SunPass and E-PASS systems on expressways including I-95, I-595, and the Florida Turnpike, all of which you are likely to use when driving from Fort Lauderdale Airport.

At the Fort Lauderdale Airport Hire Car Centre, you will typically have two options:

• Unlimited toll package: a fixed daily rate of approximately US$11 to US$15 per day, depending on the hire company, covering all tolls during your hire
• Pay per use: the hire company charges you the actual toll amount plus daily or administrative processing fees after your hire ends. If you decline the programme but still drive a toll road, charges are captured via plate billing and billed to your card, sometimes weeks after return

If you prefer to use your own visitor toll pass, inform the counter agent at Fort Lauderdale Airport so they can deactivate the vehicle's default device and prevent duplicate charges.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your hire at the Fort Lauderdale Airport Hire Car Centre, but the cost depends on your rate and the hire brand.

If your booking confirmation explicitly states that an additional driver is included at no charge, the first extra driver is free. If it is not included, the standard daily fees at Fort Lauderdale Airport are:

• Avis, Budget, and Payless: US$13 per hire day, capped at US$65
• Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar: US$13.50 per hire day, capped at US$189
• Alamo, National, and Enterprise: US$15 per day (no stated cap)

The additional driver must be physically present at the Fort Lauderdale Airport counter at the time of pickup. They must bring a valid driving licence and any required IDP, meet the minimum age requirements, and sign the hire agreement. If they are not listed on the contract and drive the vehicle, insurance protections may be void.

For Avis and Budget, additional drivers must generally be at least 25 years old.

Yes, drivers aged 21 to 24 are subject to a young-driver surcharge when hiring at Fort Lauderdale Airport. The minimum age to hire without a surcharge is 25.

Drivers in the 21 to 24 age range can still hire at Fort Lauderdale Airport, but they will pay an additional daily fee on top of the base rate. The exact amount varies by hire brand and is charged at the counter. Vehicle class restrictions also apply: most brands at Fort Lauderdale Airport limit under-25 renters to economy, compact, intermediate, and compact SUV categories. Premium, luxury, full-size SUV, minivan, and convertible classes typically require the main driver to be 25 or older.

If you are 21 to 24 years old and from Latin America or the Caribbean, certain Avis and Budget rates may waive the underage fee. This waiver must appear explicitly on your booking confirmation and applies only to eligible vehicle categories.

Drivers under 21 cannot hire at Fort Lauderdale Airport under standard policies.

Yes, all bookings include Tolls Cashback, which lets you recover up to 5 percent of your total booking value for tolls paid during your hire at Fort Lauderdale Airport.

Florida's toll roads near Fort Lauderdale Airport, including I-95, I-595, and the Florida Turnpike, are fully cashless and can add up quickly, especially on longer drives towards Miami or Orlando. The cashback benefit helps offset those costs.

To claim your Tolls Cashback after your Fort Lauderdale Airport hire:

• Email [email protected] within 30 days of returning the vehicle
• Use the subject line: Tolls Cashback - followed by your reservation number
• Attach your Hola Car Rentals confirmation, the signed hire agreement, and a toll invoice or statement showing the charges paid

The refund is issued to the same payment method used for your booking and typically processes within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Late submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

It depends on your licence. At Fort Lauderdale Airport, a foreign driving licence is generally accepted, but an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory if your licence uses a non-Latin alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic script.

If your licence is in English or uses the Latin alphabet, an IDP is not strictly required at most Fort Lauderdale Airport counters, but it is strongly recommended as a precaution since individual hire brands may apply stricter rules at their discretion.

Important points to remember:

• The IDP is a translation document only. It is invalid without your original licence and cannot be used as a standalone ID
• You must obtain your IDP in your home country before travelling. It cannot be issued to you once you arrive at Fort Lauderdale Airport
• All documents presented at the Fort Lauderdale Airport Hire Car Centre must be physical originals. Digital copies are not accepted

Check your booking confirmation for any brand-specific requirements that apply to your pickup location.

Returning your hire car at Fort Lauderdale Airport follows a straightforward process through the Hire Car Centre (HCC).

• Drive to the HCC garage following road signs from the airport perimeter. The HCC is adjacent to Terminal 1 and is clearly signposted from the main airport roads
• Park in the designated return lanes for your hire brand inside the HCC garage
• A staff member will inspect the vehicle with you. Check that the fuel level matches the recorded starting level on your agreement (Full-to-Full policy applies)
• Proceed to the counter or use the key drop if returning after hours, following the instructions on your hire agreement
• After drop-off, free HCC shuttles return you to your terminal 24 hours a day

Before returning to Fort Lauderdale Airport, refuel within approximately 10 miles of the HCC to avoid the hire company's higher refuelling rate plus a service fee. Keep your fuel receipt as proof in case of any dispute. The security deposit authorisation hold placed on your credit card at pickup will be released after the contract closes, though your bank may take up to 15 business days to reflect the release.

At Fort Lauderdale Airport, hire companies place a temporary authorisation hold on your credit card at pickup. For standard vehicle classes in the United States, the typical hold is approximately US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount varies by hire brand, vehicle class, and season.

This hold is not a charge. It reduces your available credit until the hire contract closes and your bank processes the release, which can take up to 15 business days after you return the vehicle.

Key requirements for the deposit at Fort Lauderdale Airport:

• The card must be a major credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.) with your name printed on it
• The card must be in the main driver’s name
• Debit cards, prepaid cards, and virtual card numbers are not accepted for the deposit authorisation hold
• Even if you prepaid your booking online, you must still present a physical credit card at the Fort Lauderdale Airport counter

Bring a backup credit card in case your primary card is declined. Notify your bank of your travel dates to prevent fraud blocks on high-value in-person authorisations.

When hiring at Fort Lauderdale Airport, two types of cover are worth understanding before you arrive at the counter.

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) reduces your financial liability for damage to the hire vehicle itself, including theft and vandalism. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation states zero excess. CDW and LDW do not cover damage you cause to other vehicles or people.

Third-Party Liability (LIS/ALI/SLI) covers bodily injury and property damage you may cause to others while driving. Florida does not universally require hire companies to include state-minimum liability in every hire, so checking whether your booking includes this cover is important before picking up at Fort Lauderdale Airport.

Common exclusions at Fort Lauderdale Airport and elsewhere include:

• Tires, wheels, and undercarriage damage (often not covered by standard CDW)
• Damage caused by prohibited use such as off-road driving or driving under the influence
• Incidents involving drivers not listed on the hire agreement

Review your booking confirmation to confirm which protections are included in your rate before arriving at Fort Lauderdale Airport.

Yes, most bookings include travel assistance cover provided by Terrawind Global Protection, and this benefit is relevant if you experience a medical emergency or other covered incident while driving from Fort Lauderdale Airport.

Cover typically includes:

• Travel insurance with medical cover for up to 5 passengers
• Legal assistance in the event of a road accident
• Compensation for luggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

This is particularly useful if you are involved in an incident on the highways around Fort Lauderdale Airport, such as I-95 or I-595, where navigating local emergency procedures in an unfamiliar country can be stressful.

To reach assistance 24 hours a day, call +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free) or contact WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call.

Important: this benefit does not apply to US or Canadian residents. It also does not cover damage to the hire vehicle (that is CDW/LDW) or liability to third parties (that is LIS/ALI/SLI). Check your booking confirmation for the exact terms that apply to your Fort Lauderdale Airport hire.

Yes, hire companies at Fort Lauderdale Airport will generally hold your reservation if your flight is delayed, provided the delay is less than 24 hours from your original scheduled pickup time.

The HCC shuttles at Fort Lauderdale Airport run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so late-night arrivals can still reach the Hire Car Centre. However, individual hire brand counters may have reduced staffing during overnight hours, which can mean longer wait times at the counter even when the shuttle is running.

What to do if your flight is delayed:

• If the delay is under 24 hours: your booking is held automatically. Proceed to the Fort Lauderdale Airport Hire Car Centre as soon as you clear customs and collect your bags
• If the delay exceeds 24 hours: contact support via WhatsApp at +1 (786) 999-8312 or email [email protected] as soon as possible, as changes in this situation are not guaranteed

If your delay pushes your arrival outside the counter's operating hours, check your booking confirmation for after-hours pickup instructions specific to your hire brand at Fort Lauderdale Airport, as policies vary by provider.