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Avis, San Jose International Airport Car Rental

Avis 2000+ ratings, 13 reviews

San Jose, California, United States

8.6 / 10 Very good

Avis - San Jose International Airport Information, Car Rental Instructions & Policies

Address

1659 Airport Boulevard Ste 2 San Jose International Airport, San Jose, 95110, United States

Telephone

+14089932224 / +14082750346

Pick-up Instructions

The Avis - San Jose International Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can arrive of Avis - San Jose International Airport car rental by free shuttle bus.

Shuttle Bus Instructions AIRLINE PASSENGERS: TERMINAL B (Alaska, Horizon & Southwest): Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Exit outside & cross the street to the rental car center. TERMINAL A (all other airlines): Follow signs for the Rental Car Shuttle on the ground level. Exit on the departures side of the terminal & locate the rental car shuttle stop. If you need to claim luggage, continue across the street into the baggage claim area and then return to the shuttle stop. The common rental car shuttle will arrive & take you to the rental car center. TIME allowed for bus ride: 8 minutes Local renters go to car lot. WALK-UP RENTERS Follow airport signs for Rental Car Return. They will lead to the common rental car center. Parking is available on the ground level only.

Drop-off Instructions

Shuttle Bus Instructions AIRLINE PASSENGERS: TERMINAL B (Alaska, Horizon & Southwest): Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Exit outside & cross the street to the rental car center. TERMINAL A (all other airlines): Follow signs for the Rental Car Shuttle on the ground level. Exit on the departures side of the terminal & locate the rental car shuttle stop. If you need to claim luggage, continue across the street into the baggage claim area and then return to the shuttle stop. The common rental car shuttle will arrive & take you to the rental car center. TIME allowed for bus ride: 8 minutes Local renters go to car lot. WALK-UP RENTERS Follow airport signs for Rental Car Return. They will lead to the common rental car center. Parking is available on the ground level only.

Opening Hours

Days of WeekSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Opening hours
06:00 -23:59
06:00 -23:59
06:00 -23:59
06:00 -23:59
06:00 -23:59
06:00 -23:59
06:00 -23:59

Security Deposit

Deposits are depending on which car type your rental car falls into, and can be paid with credit cards(pre-authorization)
Representative Car ModelsDeposit Amount (approx.)Business Days Required for Refund

Seat Ibiza

Volkswagen Polo

Fiat 500

Citroen Berlingo Or Similar

Ford Fiesta Or Similar

Mitsubishi Mirage

Kia Soluto

Ford Fiesta

Toyota Rav4 Awd Or Similar

Vw Polo

Opel Astra

Mercedes-benz C-class Or Similar

Chevrolet Spark Or Similar

Subaru Legacy Or Similar

Kia Ceed

Volkswagen Golf Inkl.gps

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Seat Ibiza

Volkswagen Polo

Fiat 500

Citroen Berlingo Or Similar

Ford Fiesta Or Similar

Mitsubishi Mirage

Kia Soluto

Ford Fiesta

Toyota Rav4 Awd Or Similar

Vw Polo

Opel Astra

Mercedes-benz C-class Or Similar

Chevrolet Spark Or Similar

Subaru Legacy Or Similar

Kia Ceed

Volkswagen Golf Inkl.gps

Suzuki Balena

Volkswagen Jetta Or Similar

Volkswagen T Roc

Renault Clio

Kia Picanto

Toyota Crown Or Similar

Opel Cabrio

Ford Transit 12-passenger Van Rwd Or Similar

Ford Puma

Volkswagen Vento

Nissan Sentra Or Similar

Ford Kuga

Opel Corsa

Mg Zs

Toyota Camry Or Similar

Toyota Corolla Or Similar

Nissan Rogue Or Similar

Kuga Winter Tyres

Mercedes-benz C300 Or Similar

Nissan Juke

Fiat Egea Or Similar

Kia Soul Or Similar

Ford Transit 12-passenger Van Rwd Or Similar

Fiat Egea Diesel

Nissan Altima Or Similar

Toyota Camry Hybrid Or Similar

Toyota Fortuner

Toyota Prado

Tesla Model Y

Cubic Metre Van

Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

Kia Niro Or Similar

Chevrolet Camaro Lt Or Similar

Tesla Model 3 Standard Range

Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Or Similar

Mercedes-benz C300 Or Similar

Audi A5 Sw Aut

Hyundai Elantra Or Similar

Bmw Serie 5

Gmc Canyon

Volvo Xc90 Or Similar

Toyota Corolla Or Similar

Ford Mustang Gt Premium

Toyota Proace Verso

Ford Transit 12-passenger Van Rwd Or Similar

Kia Niro Or Similar

Ford Transit 12-passenger Van Rwd Or Similar

Audi A3 Cabrio

Gmc Yukon Denali Or Similar

Cubic Metre Van

Tesla Model 3 Or Similar

Tesla Model 3

Tesla Long Range Model 3

Ford Lightning Or Similar

Chevrolet Bolt

Ford Mustang Mach-e Or Similar

4 E Tech

Citroën C3 Aircross

Kia Niro Ev

Chevrolet Bolt

Chevrolet Bolt Ev Or Similar

Cadillac Xt6 Or Similar

Jeep Wrangler 2-door Or Similar

Jeep Wrangler 2-door Or Similar

Toyota Rav4 Or Similar

Mercedes-benz Gls450 Or Similar

Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Chevrolet Camaro Lt Or Similar

Toyota Rav4 Or Similar

Genesis G70 Or Similar

Chevrolet Spark Or Similar

Ford F 150

Range Rover Sport, Bmw X7, Mercedes Gls

Toyota Sienna Or Similar

Toyota Sienna Or Similar

Pack up ^
100% of the rental car rate plus USD 200-25030-60

Other car models

Pack up ^
100% of the rental car rate plus USD 200-30030-60

Accepted Cards

Credit cards in the main driver's name from the following issuers are accepted: Visa, Master, DinersClub, JCB, Discover, AMEX, UnionPay

Visa Master DinersClub JCB Discover AMEX UnionPay

UnionPay is not accepted.

Note that two credit cards may be asked for upon pickup if your rental car falls into these car types: Tesla Model Y, Cubic Metre Van, Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model Y, Kia Niro Or Similar, Chevrolet Camaro Lt Or Similar, Tesla Model 3 Standard Range, Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Or Similar, Mercedes-benz C300 Or Similar, Audi A5 Sw Aut, Hyundai Elantra Or Similar, Bmw Serie 5, Gmc Canyon, Volvo Xc90 Or Similar, Toyota Corolla Or Similar, Ford Mustang Gt Premium, Toyota Proace Verso, Ford Transit 12-passenger Van Rwd Or Similar, Kia Niro Or Similar, Ford Transit 12-passenger Van Rwd Or Similar, Audi A3 Cabrio, Gmc Yukon Denali Or Similar, Cubic Metre Van, Tesla Model 3 Or Similar, Tesla Model 3, Tesla Long Range Model 3, Ford Lightning Or Similar, Chevrolet Bolt, Ford Mustang Mach-e Or Similar, 4 E Tech, Citroën C3 Aircross, Kia Niro Ev, Chevrolet Bolt, Chevrolet Bolt Ev Or Similar, Cadillac Xt6 Or Similar, Jeep Wrangler 2-door Or Similar, Jeep Wrangler 2-door Or Similar, Toyota Rav4 Or Similar, Mercedes-benz Gls450 Or Similar, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chevrolet Camaro Lt Or Similar, Toyota Rav4 Or Similar, Genesis G70 Or Similar, Chevrolet Spark Or Similar, Ford F 150, Range Rover Sport, Bmw X7, Mercedes Gls, Toyota Sienna Or Similar, Toyota Sienna Or Similar

E-voucher

An e-voucher is accepted at this location.

Age requirements

21 - 80 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of USD 27 per day approximately.

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers must provide a full physical driving licence with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original South Korea Driving License (English version)

An English translation must be provided on the back of the driver's license.

Original Japanese Driving Licence + Dealer translation

Translation templates provided by car rental companies, available online for free: https://jp.qeeq.com/tld-topic

Original Driver's License in Latin/Roman Alphabet

Original Driver's Licenses printed in Latin/Roman alphabet (such as English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, etc.) are acceptable for car rental without the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP). Driver's licenses printed in a non-Roman alphabet (such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc.) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

Renters who have indicated a country of residence outside of the United States or Canada will be also required to present A return airline ticket.

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full driver's license issued in United States

Additional Extras

To be updated

Cross Border

Conditional:

Depending on which countries to bring the rental cars to, policies differ:
Canada, Mexico
At participating locations in California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, corporate account customers are allowed to drive specific car groups into Mexico border cities with certain restrictions. Please contact reservations or the location for details.

Not allowed:

Taking rental cars to the countries that are not listed in Conditional is not allowed.

Cross Islands

To be updated

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess:

USD 250

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess:

USD 0

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess:

USD 0

Theft Insurance Excess:

USD 0

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Full to Full

Free Tank

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

0.4 mi from San Jose Airport

6 mi from Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport

7.8 mi from Moffett Federal Airfield

Railway Stations

2.6 mi from CalTrain San Jose

2.6 mi from AmTrak

7.1 mi from Capitol

Hotels

6 mi from Holiday Inn Express San Jose-Central City

Other Landmarks

2.2 mi from J. Lohr Winery

3 mi from San Jose Civic Auditorium

5.4 mi from Oak Hill Funeral Home And Memorial Park

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Map view of Avis Store Location
coordinates: 37.364444444444 -121.92222222222

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Guest Reviews

Total points: 8.6 / 10 Very good

  • Vehicle condition: 0.0
  • Vehicle cleanliness: 0.0
  • Spaciousness: 0.0
  • Counter staff: 0.0
  • Pick-up location: 0.0
  • Drop-off location: 0.0
  • Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
  • Drop-off time: 10-30 mins
  • Doris Harvey

    San Jose

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Friday, February 24, 2017

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  • Elaine Burns

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, April 25, 2017

    Convenient, good service
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  • Kelly Byron

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, December 24, 2023

    Very good!
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  • Verne Cumberland

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Wednesday, August 15, 2018

    Excellent, highly recommended.
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  • Faithe Finger

    San Jose

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Thursday, September 20, 2018

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  • Dawn Meredith

    San Jose

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Saturday, August 4, 2018

    Pretty good, but the wait time was a bit long.
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  • Xanthe Service

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Thursday, January 3, 2019

    The overall speed of renting and returning the car was very fast.
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  • Merlin Pearson

    San Jose

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Tuesday, June 16, 2020

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  • Mandel Rebecca

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, November 10, 2019

    Extremely satisfied, the staff were very friendly and provided great service. The car was in excellent condition, aligning with the price point. The pick-up process was quick without any complicated procedures.
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  • Clyde Zephaniah

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Saturday, November 9, 2024

    Very satisfied.
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  • Payne Camilla

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Wednesday, January 1, 2025

    The efficiency at SJC airport is really too slow! Make sure to leave at least 3 hours. The staff has a good attitude though.
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  • Bertram Toynbee

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, March 17, 2025

    It's alright.
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  • Lou Benjamin

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Saturday, May 24, 2025

    Very satisfied.
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  • Anonymous

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, May 25, 2026

    Super easy to find the place.

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  • Anonymous

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, June 22, 2026

    The Avis staff were really friendly and easy to talk to, and I got my car very quickly.
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  • Anonymous

    San Jose

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Thursday, July 9, 2026

    Very satisfied.
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What's the address of the rental location?

1659 Airport Boulevard Ste 2 San Jose International Airport, San Jose, 95110, United States

What is the Telephone Number?

+14089932224/ +14082750346

How to Pick up from Branch or Car Park & After Hours Pickup Must-know?

The Avis - San Jose International Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can arrive of Avis - San Jose International Airport car rental by free shuttle bus.

Shuttle Bus Instructions AIRLINE PASSENGERS: TERMINAL B (Alaska, Horizon & Southwest): Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Exit outside & cross the street to the rental car center. TERMINAL A (all other airlines): Follow signs for the Rental Car Shuttle on the ground level. Exit on the departures side of the terminal & locate the rental car shuttle stop. If you need to claim luggage, continue across the street into the baggage claim area and then return to the shuttle stop. The common rental car shuttle will arrive & take you to the rental car center. TIME allowed for bus ride: 8 minutes Local renters go to car lot. WALK-UP RENTERS Follow airport signs for Rental Car Return. They will lead to the common rental car center. Parking is available on the ground level only.

How to Return The Rental Car, Car Park or Key Box & After Hours Return Instructions?

Shuttle Bus Instructions AIRLINE PASSENGERS: TERMINAL B (Alaska, Horizon & Southwest): Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Exit outside & cross the street to the rental car center. TERMINAL A (all other airlines): Follow signs for the Rental Car Shuttle on the ground level. Exit on the departures side of the terminal & locate the rental car shuttle stop. If you need to claim luggage, continue across the street into the baggage claim area and then return to the shuttle stop. The common rental car shuttle will arrive & take you to the rental car center. TIME allowed for bus ride: 8 minutes Local renters go to car lot. WALK-UP RENTERS Follow airport signs for Rental Car Return. They will lead to the common rental car center. Parking is available on the ground level only.

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car Rental Location?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

An e-voucher is accepted at this location.

What are the Driver's Age Requirements for this Car Rental Company?

21 - 80 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of USD 27 per day approximately.

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car Rental Location?

The main driver and any additional drivers must provide a full physical driving licence with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

  • For foreign renters, you need to bring:

    Original South Korea Driving License (English version)

    An English translation must be provided on the back of the driver's license.

    Original Japanese Driving Licence + Dealer translation

    Translation templates provided by car rental companies, available online for free: https://jp.qeeq.com/tld-topic

    Original Driver's License in Latin/Roman Alphabet

    Original Driver's Licenses printed in Latin/Roman alphabet (such as English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, etc.) are acceptable for car rental without the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP). Driver's licenses printed in a non-Roman alphabet (such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc.) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

    Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

    Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

    Renters who have indicated a country of residence outside of the United States or Canada will be also required to present A return airline ticket.

  • For local renters, you need to bring:

    Full driver's license issued in United States

Additional Extras

To be updated

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

  • Airports

    0.4 mi from San Jose Airport

    6 mi from Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport

    7.8 mi from Moffett Federal Airfield

  • Railway Stations

    2.6 mi from CalTrain San Jose

    2.6 mi from AmTrak

    7.1 mi from Capitol

  • Hotels

    6 mi from Holiday Inn Express San Jose-Central City

  • Other Landmarks

    2.2 mi from J. Lohr Winery

    3 mi from San Jose Civic Auditorium

    5.4 mi from Oak Hill Funeral Home And Memorial Park

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