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Budget, Charlotte Douglas International Airport Car Rental

Budget 2000+ ratings, 14 reviews

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

8.3 / 10 Very good

Budget - Charlotte Douglas International Airport Information, Car Rental Instructions & Policies

Address

5489 Josh Birmingham Parkway Charlotte Airport, Charlotte, 28208, United States

Telephone

+17043595701 / +17043595756

Pick-up Instructions

The Budget - Charlotte Douglas International Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Budget - Charlotte Douglas International Airport car rental.

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: AIRLINE PASSENGERS-Located across the street within walking distance. The counter is on the 2nd floor (street level) and the Fastbreak Booth is on the 3rd floor (second level). No shuttle necessary. LOCAL RENTERS: Follow Rental Car Returns signs for Budget. Temporary parking is available in visitor parking. Go to the Budget elevator and go sdown 1 level to rental counter. CARS: On site. RETURNS: Same as pickup. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Accepted.

Drop-off Instructions

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: AIRLINE PASSENGERS-Located across the street within walking distance. The counter is on the 2nd floor (street level) and the Fastbreak Booth is on the 3rd floor (second level). No shuttle necessary. LOCAL RENTERS: Follow Rental Car Returns signs for Budget. Temporary parking is available in visitor parking. Go to the Budget elevator and go sdown 1 level to rental counter. CARS: On site. RETURNS: Same as pickup. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Accepted.

Opening Hours

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Opening hours
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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

Applicable to all car types, incl. Compact, SUV, Economy, Mini and more.

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

Accepted Cards

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

Visa Master DinersClub JCB Discover AMEX

UnionPay is not accepted.

E-voucher

An e-voucher is accepted at this location.

Age requirements

21 - 75 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 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.

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 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

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full driver's license issued in United States

Additional Extras

To be updated

Cross Border

Free of Charge:

Taking rental cars to following countries is allowed and free of charge:
Canada
TRAVEL INTO CANADA WITH U.S. VEHICLE: Insurance Card: Customers must advise the counter of their plans to cross the border into Canada. The counter will place a Canadian Non-Resident Insurance Card in the rental vehicle whenever a U.S. registered vehicle goes into Canada. * This card is provided at no cost * It provides documentation that the vehicle is insured in case of an accident. * The border crossing guard may request proof of insurance.\"

Not allowed:

Taking rental cars to following countries is not allowed:
Mexico

Cross Islands

To be updated

Excess

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess:

USD 0

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess:

USD 0

Collision Damage Waiver 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

0.5 mi from Charlotte Airport

Railway Stations

7 mi from Charlotte

Hotels

1.3 mi from Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Airport North

5.4 mi from Comfort Inn Executive Park

Other Landmarks

3.1 mi from Billy Graham Library

5.9 mi from Spirit Square

5.9 mi from Hanover Square

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Map view of Budget Store Location
coordinates: 35.221666666667 -80.944166666667

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 8.3 / 10 Very good

  • Vehicle condition: 3.1
  • Vehicle cleanliness: 2.2
  • Spaciousness: 2.5
  • Counter staff: 3.3
  • Pick-up location: 2.5
  • Drop-off location: 2.6
  • Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
  • Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

  • M.MARTINEZ

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Saturday, August 31, 2019

    Counter lady was very helpful, nice and profesional.
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  • Anonymous

    Charlotte

    9.7 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, September 27, 2019

    Easy pick up and drop off. Car met expectations.
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  • LUAY ALKAZMI

    Charlotte

    9.7 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, December 23, 2019

    the contact number for emergency kept me for long time till got the call answered and that was during the accident were involved. got worried and the police came and helped me.
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  • James

    Charlotte

    9.7 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, March 4, 2024

    Car was brand new, excellent vehicle. Pick up took a long time - lots of customers and few staff to process the line.
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  • James

    Charlotte

    7 /10 Good

    Reviewed: Wednesday, May 22, 2024

    Car hadn't been cleaned inside, but we were in a rush with 2 kids desperate for bed so had to take it. Be careful with Budget's charges after return - twice they have tried to charge for fuel and after back-and-forth showing receipts they refund it.
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  • Toby Ellen

    Charlotte

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Monday, June 23, 2014

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  • Agnes Powell

    Charlotte

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, January 22, 2017

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  • Barry Bobby

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Tuesday, September 19, 2023

    Satisfactory
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  • Zora Josh

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Thursday, June 11, 2020

    Extremely satisfied
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  • Abel Pulitzer

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, June 1, 2020

    The service attitude was great!
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  • Evan Morley

    Charlotte

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Tuesday, October 8, 2019

    The staff were quite friendly and there were no extra charges.
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  • S.Da Silva

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, December 16, 2024

    Budget was great. Very accommodating when I was a little late for my pick-up.
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  • Vic Tobias

    Charlotte

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Saturday, September 14, 2024

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  • Zara Wyat(t)

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, March 3, 2025

    Very satisfied.
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  • Lewis Hopkin(s)

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Thursday, March 27, 2025

    Good
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  • Valentina Bethune

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Thursday, May 15, 2025

    Convenient
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  • Merle Gladstone

    Charlotte

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, May 25, 2025

    Not bad
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  • Noel Ackerman(n)

    Charlotte

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

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What's the address of the rental location?

5489 Josh Birmingham Parkway Charlotte Airport, Charlotte, 28208, United States

What is the Telephone Number?

+17043595701/ +17043595756

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

The Budget - Charlotte Douglas International Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Budget - Charlotte Douglas International Airport car rental.

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: AIRLINE PASSENGERS-Located across the street within walking distance. The counter is on the 2nd floor (street level) and the Fastbreak Booth is on the 3rd floor (second level). No shuttle necessary. LOCAL RENTERS: Follow Rental Car Returns signs for Budget. Temporary parking is available in visitor parking. Go to the Budget elevator and go sdown 1 level to rental counter. CARS: On site. RETURNS: Same as pickup. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Accepted.

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

Airport Terminal Instructions COUNTER: AIRLINE PASSENGERS-Located across the street within walking distance. The counter is on the 2nd floor (street level) and the Fastbreak Booth is on the 3rd floor (second level). No shuttle necessary. LOCAL RENTERS: Follow Rental Car Returns signs for Budget. Temporary parking is available in visitor parking. Go to the Budget elevator and go sdown 1 level to rental counter. CARS: On site. RETURNS: Same as pickup. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Accepted.

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 - 75 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 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.

    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 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

  • 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

    0.5 mi from Charlotte Airport

  • Railway Stations

    7 mi from Charlotte

  • Hotels

    1.3 mi from Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Airport North

    5.4 mi from Comfort Inn Executive Park

  • Other Landmarks

    3.1 mi from Billy Graham Library

    5.9 mi from Spirit Square

    5.9 mi from Hanover Square

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