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About hiring a car in Portland

Portland International Airport (PDX) keeps the hire process compact: after collecting luggage, follow signs to the south tunnel and take an escalator up to the Rental Car Centre lobby, where every major hire brand shares a single facility — the walk from baggage claim runs about five minutes. Counter queues can build during peak arrival windows, so booking well in advance helps secure both availability and better rates. One practical detail that surprises many visitors: Oregon law prohibits self-service fuelling, so an attendant pumps your petrol at every station. Fuel in the Portland area runs around US$5.00 per gallon, making a full tank before return noticeably more expensive than in many other US cities — returning the car short on fuel triggers a fuel service charge typically around US$7-9 per gallon from the hire company. Tolling on Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 has been paused, but the Bridge of the Gods and Hood River Bridge over the Columbia River both carry cash tolls; if you plan mountain driving in winter, Oregon's chain law may require traction tyres or chains in designated snow zones — check road conditions via TripCheck before heading to higher elevations. A credit card in the primary driver's name is required at pickup, with an authorisation hold of roughly US$200-300 depending on vehicle class. If your licence uses a non-Latin script, bring an International Driving Permit.

Best Car Rental Deals

4.5/ 5
Nissan Versa

Nissan Versa | Automatic

SMALL

or Small similar

5 2 Automatic
From / day
4.5/ 5
Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu | Automatic

SEDAN

or Sedan similar

5 4 Automatic
From / day
4.5/ 5
AUDI A6

AUDI A6 | Automatic

or Sedan similar

5 3 Automatic
From / day
4.5/ 5
Mazda CX 50

Mazda CX 50 | Automatic

SUV

or SUV similar

5 2 Automatic
From / day
4.5/ 5
Chrysler Pacifica 7 Passengers

Chrysler Pacifica 7 Passengers | Automatic

MINIVAN

or Minivan similar

7 5 Automatic
From / day
4.5/ 5
Toyota Tacoma

Toyota Tacoma | Automatic

PICKUP

or Pickup similar

5 3 Automatic
From / day
4.5/ 5
Ford Mustang Convertible

Ford Mustang Convertible | Automatic

CONVERTIBLE

or Convertible similar

4 2 Automatic
From / day

Traveler Tips & Price Insights

When is the best time to book a rental car in Portland?

You should book your rental car approximately 7 days before your trip to get a below-average price.

Price Trend (Last 90 Days)

What is the most popular rental car type in Portland?

sedan rental cars (sedan or similar) are the most popular option in Portland.

Popular Car Types

sedan
Sedan
22
suv
SUV
22
small
Small
11
pickup
Pickup
3
minivan
Minivan
2
convertible
Convertible
1

Which is the cheapest car rental agency in Portland?

In the last 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were from Thrifty at /day.

Average Price by Rental Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What does my Hola Car Rentals booking in Portland include that other companies don't offer?

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car hire brands operating in Portland, 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 in Portland.

Will I face unexpected charges at the counter when I hire a car in Portland through Hola Car Rentals?

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking in Portland 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 in Portland 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)
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