Car Hire at Mississippi Airport

Mississippi stands out amongst US states for one practical reason: the state has no toll roads, bridges, or tunnels, so hirers can drive from the Delta to the Gulf Coast without needing an electronic toll pass or budgeting for per-use admin fees that accumulate on other US road networks. Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) is the main arrival point for most international visitors; hire counters for every major brand operate on the lower level of the terminal near baggage claim, with vehicles in a lot directly across — no shuttle required. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT) serves the Gulf Coast with on-site counters and a similar walk-up lot arrangement. Demand peaks between March and October, with the Gulf Coast corridor seeing the tightest inventory during summer months; booking several weeks ahead secures better availability and pricing. Fuel averages around US$3.55 per gallon statewide, and returning the tank full avoids fuel service charges that typically run US$7–9 per gallon at the counter. Budget for an authorisation hold of US$200–400 placed on a credit card in the primary driver's name at pickup — debit cards are not accepted. Drivers whose licence uses a non-Latin script (Arabic, Chinese, Cyrillic, Japanese) will need an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence.