Budget Car Rental
in Dayton

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car rental brands operating in Dayton, including Budget, 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 rental 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 Budget rental experience and peace of mind throughout your trip in Dayton.

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

The Budget counter at Dayton International Airport (DAY) is located inside the terminal, directly across from baggage claim. No shuttle or train is required: after collecting your bags, walk across the arrivals hall to the consolidated car rental counters, complete your paperwork with the Budget agent, and then proceed outside the terminal to the car lot to collect your vehicle.

The airport address is 3600 Terminal Rd, Vandalia, OH 45377. Budget also operates a downtown Dayton location at 33 E First St, Dayton, OH 45402, roughly 15 miles from the airport. If you booked at the downtown branch, note there is no direct shuttle from DAY, so you will need separate transport to reach that location.

Counter hours at the airport are approximately 07:00 AM to 11:30 PM daily. After-hours vehicle returns are available at the airport lot, but after-hours pickup is not offered.

To collect your Budget rental in Dayton, bring all of the following physical documents to the counter:

• A valid, original driver's license in the main driver's name
• A major credit card with the driver's name printed on the card (debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the security hold)
• A valid passport or government-issued photo ID
• Your booking confirmation or printed voucher
• Round-trip flight or cruise tickets if you are visiting from abroad

If your driver's license is not in English and does not use a Latin (Roman) alphabet, for example Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic script, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory. For licenses in other non-English scripts, an IDP is strongly recommended. The IDP is a translation only and must be carried alongside your original license at the Dayton Budget counter.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone or tablet are not accepted.

When you pick up your Budget rental in Dayton, the counter agent will place a temporary authorization hold on your credit card. For standard vehicles in the United States, this hold is typically around US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount can vary by vehicle class, rental duration, and the specific Budget location.

A few important points to keep in mind:

• The hold is not a charge; it temporarily reduces your available credit until released after you return the vehicle
• Your bank controls how quickly the hold disappears after drop-off, which can take up to 15 business days
• Only a major credit card with the driver's name printed on the card is accepted; debit and prepaid cards are not permitted for the deposit
• Premium or specialty vehicle classes may carry a higher hold amount

Bring a backup credit card in your name to the Dayton Budget counter in case your primary card is declined.

Yes, all Hola Car Rentals bookings, including Budget rentals picked up in Dayton, include Tolls Cashback of up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your rental.

This is especially useful if you plan to drive on the Ohio Turnpike (I-76, I-80, or I-90), which is the main toll corridor in Ohio. Passenger vehicle tolls on the full route can reach US$19 to US$27.75 depending on whether you use E-ZPass or pay cash at a plaza.

To claim your cashback after returning your Dayton Budget rental:

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

Refunds are issued to the original payment method and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Late submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

Dayton itself has no toll roads, but if you drive east or west on the Ohio Turnpike (I-76, I-80, or I-90) during your Budget rental, you will encounter tolls. The system accepts E-ZPass electronically and cash or credit card at staffed plazas.

Typical 2026 passenger vehicle rates on the full Ohio Turnpike route are approximately US$19 with E-ZPass or US$27.75 paying cash or credit at the plaza. E-ZPass saves roughly 33% compared to cash rates.

Your Budget rental vehicle comes equipped with an electronic toll device. At the Dayton counter you have two options:

• Enroll in Budget's toll program: a daily fee of approximately US$4.95 per day (capped at around US$34.65 per rental) covers tolls incurred; no charge on days without tolls
• Opt out and pay tolls manually at cash or credit plazas, or prepay online through the Ohio Turnpike website

If you drive through a cashless toll without enrolling, the charge is passed to Budget, who will bill the toll amount plus an administrative processing fee to your card after the rental ends. Ohio has no congestion charges or emissions zone fees.

Yes, Dayton has several road features that can catch first-time visitors off guard, and it is worth reviewing them before driving your Budget rental away from the counter.

Downtown Dayton still uses a legacy one-way street network originally built in the 1950s. Streets such as Main, Second, and Third run one-way, but the city is actively converting some corridors, including West First Street, Monument Avenue, and North St. Clair Street, to two-way traffic. During transitional phases, signage can be inconsistent, so rely on your GPS and watch for updated street markings.

On the highway side, the I-75 and SR-725 interchange near Exit 44 (close to the Dayton Mall) is one of Ohio's higher-crash intersections, with rear-end and left-turn collisions being the most common incident types. Approach this interchange at a controlled speed and allow extra following distance.

The Downtown Dayton I-75 Sub-Corridor, completed in 2017, consolidated entry and exit ramps into a single central interchange between Keowee Street and Edwin C. Moses Boulevard, with right-hand entries and exits rather than the left-side ramps common in older U.S. interchanges. Budget extra time to orient yourself on your first pass through this section.

Yes, after-hours vehicle returns are available at the Budget car lot outside the Dayton International Airport (DAY) terminal. The airport counter operates approximately 07:00 AM to 11:30 PM daily, but you can drop off the vehicle outside those hours by leaving it in the designated return area.

For a smooth after-hours return at the Dayton airport location:

• Refuel within roughly 10 miles of the airport before returning, so the tank matches the level recorded on your rental agreement
• Take a photo of the dashboard showing the fuel gauge and odometer as evidence
• Leave any required paperwork in the key drop envelope provided
• Keep a copy of your rental agreement and the fuel receipt

Note that the downtown Dayton Budget location at 33 E First St does not offer after-hours key drop. If you picked up at that branch, you must return the vehicle during staffed hours. Always confirm return instructions on your rental agreement before your trip ends.

Budget rentals in Dayton follow a Full-to-Full fuel policy. You receive the vehicle with a full tank and must return it full to avoid additional charges.

At pickup, verify the fuel level with the Budget agent and confirm it is recorded on your rental agreement. Take a photo of the dashboard showing the gauge. During your rental, use the correct fuel type noted in the agreement, as wrong-fuel incidents are not covered.

Before returning to the Dayton Budget location, refuel within approximately 10 miles of the return point so the gauge does not drop below full on the drive back. Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address.

If you return the vehicle below the recorded level, Budget may charge:

• A fuel shortfall at the partner's refueling rate, which is typically higher than the pump price
• A refueling service or administrative fee

For after-hours returns at Dayton International Airport, leave the fuel receipt in the key drop envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge as your record.

Yes, most Hola Car Rentals bookings, including Budget rentals in Dayton, include Travel Assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection at no extra cost. However, this benefit applies only to travelers who are not residents of the United States or Canada.

Core benefits typically included are:

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

This coverage can be particularly relevant in Dayton given the city's complex highway interchanges, such as the I-75 and SR-725 corridor, where incidents are more frequent. If you experience a breakdown or accident during your Budget rental, contact the assistance line before incurring expenses.

To reach assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

• Call: +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free or collect)
• WhatsApp: +1 208 910 1001
• Email: [email protected]

Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call. Check your booking confirmation for the exact coverage terms and limits that apply to your reservation.

Yes, drivers under 25 years old are subject to a young-renter surcharge when picking up a Budget rental in Dayton. In Ohio, the minimum age to rent with Budget is 21, and drivers aged 21 to 24 pay a daily underage fee of approximately US$13 per day, up to a maximum of US$65 per rental, plus applicable taxes.

Additional restrictions apply to younger renters in Dayton:

• Most vehicle classes, including full-size sedans, SUVs, minivans, convertibles, and premium categories, are restricted to drivers 25 and older
• Economy, compact, and intermediate vehicles are generally available to drivers aged 21 to 24
• A major credit card in the main driver's name is still required for the security hold

One exception: if you are a traveler from Latin America or the Caribbean aged 21 to 24, certain Hola Car Rentals rates with Budget may waive the underage fee. This waiver must appear explicitly on your booking confirmation and applies only to eligible vehicle categories. Check your confirmation or contact Hola Car Rentals support to verify eligibility before arriving at the Dayton Budget counter.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Budget rental in Dayton, either at no cost if your rate includes it or for a daily fee paid at the counter.

When the additional driver fee applies at Budget in Dayton, the rate is US$13 per rental day plus taxes, with a maximum charge of US$65 plus taxes. Check your booking confirmation to see whether an additional driver is already included in your rate.

Requirements for adding a driver at the Dayton Budget counter:

• The additional driver must be present at pickup and show a valid driver's license
• If their license uses a non-Latin alphabet, an International Driving Permit is also required
• For Budget in Dayton, additional drivers must generally be at least 25 years old
• Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the rental agreement

Only drivers listed on the rental agreement are covered by protections such as CDW and liability coverage. Anyone who drives the vehicle without being named on the contract may void those protections entirely.

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with Budget in Dayton, but a drop-off fee typically applies when you return the vehicle to a location different from where you picked it up.

The drop-off fee varies depending on the route, distance, vehicle class, and season. It is not included in any rate plan and cannot be prepaid. When booking, the fee will appear under the "To pay at destination" section on the details page if it applies to your specific route.

Common patterns for one-way rentals from Dayton:

• Dayton airport to downtown Dayton (or vice versa): often no drop-off fee for same-city moves
• Dayton to another Ohio city or a different state: a drop-off fee usually applies and varies by distance and vehicle class
• Cross-border one-ways (for example, into Canada): may be restricted or carry higher fees depending on Budget's policy

If the counter charges a drop-off fee that was not shown on your booking confirmation, keep all paperwork and contact Hola Car Rentals support after the rental ends. Review your confirmation carefully before picking up at the Dayton Budget location to avoid surprises.

When picking up your Budget rental in Dayton, two core insurance coverages are worth reviewing before you reach the counter.

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) reduces your financial liability if the Budget vehicle is damaged or stolen during your rental. A deductible may still apply unless your confirmation explicitly states zero excess. CDW and LDW do not cover damage you cause to other vehicles or people.

Third-Party Liability (LIS or SLI) covers bodily injury and property damage you may cause to others while driving. In Ohio, not all rental locations are required by state law to include minimum liability, so checking whether your Budget booking in Dayton includes this coverage is important. Hola Car Rentals strongly recommends adding Liability Insurance Supplementary (up to US$300,000) to your rental.

Key points to confirm at the Dayton Budget counter:

• Verify CDW or LDW is listed on your rental agreement and note the deductible amount
• Confirm whether LIS or SLI is included or needs to be added
• Only drivers named on the agreement are covered; add all additional drivers at pickup
• Prohibited uses such as off-road driving or driving under the influence void coverage

Report any incident immediately using the contact number on your rental agreement.