Give yourself buffer time for Belt Parkway or Van Wyck slowdowns and a quick fuel stop, then follow the blue Rental Car Return signs toward Federal Circle. The simplest plan is to set your map to JFK Federal Circle first, and only switch to your specific brand when you are on-airport. If you started your trip from JFK car rental, your exact return address is printed on your agreement—use that if signage is busy.
Step-by-step return checklist
- Refuel a few miles before the airport; keep the receipt until the contract is closed.
- Empty door pockets and third-row bins before pulling into the lane.
- Snap quick photos of the dash (mileage, fuel) and exterior after you park.
- Hand keys and the wallet sleeve to the agent, or follow after-hours drop instructions.
Avoid common snags
- Terminal loop confusion: follow Rental Car Return, not airline terminal signs, until Federal Circle.
- Late-night returns: lanes can be busy around red-eye banks—budget an extra 20 minutes.
- One-way trips: if you started at EWR or another city, confirm the one-way is on your contract to avoid surprise fees.
Continuing your journey? Newark has clear drop-offs at EWR’s return center. Heading north? Consider a return at Logan Airport. Driving to Pennsylvania? Wrap up at PHL. For future city trips, keep a tab with New York car hire options.
Return with Hola Car Rentals on your side
We keep your costs predictable: transparent totals, All-Inclusive+ protection on many bookings, and Free Cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup. If you need help en route, our team can resend your return address and hours in seconds.
With a little prep and Hola Car Rentals watching your back, the JFK return is just another smooth step on the way home.
