Fort Wayne car rental information
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| Rental locations | 19 |
| Airport locations | 11 |
Cheap car rentals in Fort Wayne
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Top tips for renting a car in Fort Wayne
- The best place to get cheap car rentals in Fort Wayne, is the Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA). Major rental car companies, including Enterprise, Alamo, and Hertz, all have their offices at this airport. Although these companies have offices in other parts of the city, including along Ferguson Rd, the airport offices are highly rated. These offices offer enhanced convenience, particularly to visitors arriving in the city via the airport who would like to connect to the city center and many other destinations within and outside Fort Wayne.
- You need knowledge of any possible traffic interruptions in Fort Wayne if you want to realize the best value from the Fort Wayne car rentals. Fort Wayne Music Festival, which takes place in May, and the Three Rivers Festival, which takes place in July every year, are some of the events that cause major interruptions in the traffic in the city. Unless there is a compelling reason, using cheap car rentals in Fort Wayne when these events are occurring is quite inconvenient. This is because you are likely to be stuck in a traffic jam on most of the roads in the city.
- Fort Wayne car rentals offer the most convenient means of transport for travelers who want to visit various nearby cities, including New Haven, Decatur, and Auburn. You will take about 13min to drive your rental car from Fort Wayne to New Haven, covering a distance of 6.9 miles. If you are traveling from Fort Wayne to Decatur, you will take about 29min using your rental car. The distance between the two cities is 21.6 miles. You can also visit Auburn from Fort Wayne using your car rental, a distance of 23.1. In light traffic, it will take about 27min to arrive at Auburn from Fort Wayne.
- Using public transport has its advantages, but a car rental in Fort Wayne is a more convenient choice since it allows you to explore Fort Wayne regions that are inaccessible otherwise. It also grants you more flexibility because you don’t have to worry about when, or where to get public transport. Car rentals ensure your comfort and ease of movement around Fort Wayne.
- Most Fort Wayne car rentals in the city have pick-up and drop-off points at or near the Fort Wayne Airport, making it easy to drive into the city and to a hotel or other areas within the region. Car rental companies, such as Budget, are located within the airport premises, which makes it convenient and quick to pick up the rental car of your choice. Other car rental companies are located within walking distance from the airport. These companies include Hertz, located near Olympic Village, Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, National, and Alamo, among many others.
- Like most big cities with an increased number of vehicles on the road at any particular time, exercising extreme caution cannot be stressed enough, especially where normal traffic flow has been disrupted. For instance, drive carefully when nearing construction projects, interchange modifications, and county concrete pavement replacement that tends to lower or obscure visibility. When driving out of the city, remember to set your GPS before starting your journey.
- In Fort Wayne, rush hour is around 5pm to 6pm on weekdays. It is recommended to drive before or after 5pm and 6pm respectively. Even so, the rush hour is relatively smooth, with less clogging up of cars compared to other cities. Remember to be aware and follow traffic regulations as you navigate Fort Wayne’s streets.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Fort Wayne for C$ 50 or less
- Book your rental car in Fort Wayne at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini rental cars in Fort Wayne are around -47% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Fort Wayne
What type of car is recommended for driving in Fort Wayne?
Popular vehicles for cruising the city roads are mid-sized compact vehicles, cross overs, and SUVs. Since Fort Wayne’s roads are well maintained, and the city’s topography is relatively flat, you can choose a 2-wheel drive rental car with a small fuel-efficient engine. If you are planning on off-roading, such as going to the off-road trails around Fort Wayne, Indiana, or visiting Cedar Creek Canyon, search for 4x4s or off-road cars for rent in Fort Wayne through KAYAK.
What’s the speed limit in Fort Wayne?
The overall speed limit is 25 to 30mph in urban districts. However, this may change depending on the region you are in. For instance, school zones’ speed limit is usually between 20mph to 25mph during school hours. On highways on the interstate’s national system, for example, the speed limit is 70mph. Also, outside urbanized areas, the speed limit is 70mph. After picking up your car at one of the Fort Wayne car rentals, it is important to adhere to the speed limits as there are traffic cameras in the intersections. Also, when driving in or out of Downtown Fort Wayne, pay close attention to the SafePace digital radar speed signs, which are designed to slow motorists down.
Where are the best places to park in Fort Wayne?
Fort Wayne has many parking lots where parking charges range from about $1 to $4 per hour. The parking lots include PNC Bank Garage, which charges about $2 every 2h. City Center Garage charges about $1 for 1h and an additional $1 for each extra hour, and the Town Center Garage charges about $2 every 2h. Other parking lots include First Source Garage, PNC Building Garage, and PNC Bank. Parking tickets in Fort Wayne can be paid either with coins or using credit or debit cards. Note that some parking garages operate 24/7 while others, such as PNC Bank Garage, are only open to the public during certain hours and days of the week.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Fort Wayne?
On average a rental car in Fort Wayne costs C$ 57 per day.
How much is gas price in Fort Wayne?
The average gas price in Fort Wayne is C$ 5.65 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 68 and C$ 90, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Fort Wayne?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Fort Wayne.
Which car rental companies are at Fort Wayne airport (FWA)?
The only car rental company onsite at Fort Wayne airport is Dollar.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Fort Wayne airport (FWA)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Fort Wayne airport to off-airport locations is Dollar.
How can I find car rentals near me in Fort Wayne?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Fort Wayne?
A Mini car rental in Fort Wayne costs C$ 138 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Fort Wayne?
An Economy car rental in Fort Wayne costs C$ 77 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car rental cost in Fort Wayne?
A Special car rental in Fort Wayne costs C$ 98 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Fort Wayne?
On average a rental car in Fort Wayne costs C$ 398 per week (C$ 57 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Fort Wayne?
On average a rental car in Fort Wayne costs C$ 1,706 per month (C$ 57 per day).
Which car rental companies in Fort Wayne have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
One car rental company which has updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Dollar
How can you connect to the city center from the FWA?
Knowledge of the direction and time taken to travel from FWA to the city center and vice versa is essential because for effective planning. You can connect to the city from the airport via either Bluffton Road or Airport Expy and Lafayette St. You will take about 17min if you use Airport Expy and Lafayette St. and 18min if you use Bluffton Road.
Are there car rentals near train stations in Fort Wayne?
Getting cheap car rentals in Fort Wayne will enhance your movement to different destinations if you come to the city by train. Once you arrive at Pennsylvania Railroad Station, which is the main train station in the city, you can rent your preferred car from Enterprise, Hertz, and other major Fort Wayne car rentals.
Fort Wayne car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.5
Very good
39 reviewsCleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.1
One location in Fort Wayne
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8.0 Very good
Jan. 2021
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The staff was nice, and the process of picking up and dropping off was super-fast and easy.Cons:
I got a hot deal car, so my expectations were extremely low, and still the car did not live up. I got an ugly blue Chevy Spark. The car was TINY, both front to back and side to side - I've been in go-carts with more room. I'm not even 6' tall, and I barely fit. My brother and I literally couldn't fit in this car together at the same time. This was bad enough, but what I paid per day was nearly twice what I've paid for a Mercedes or BMW in the past. Sadly this was still the best experience I've had renting a car in Ft. Wayne. Somehow compacts have moved up to midsized status (e.g. Rav4), and prices have still gone up. This whole mess has made me less likely to rent a car, less likely to fly, less likely to travel as a whole.7.6 Good
Nov. 2020
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Staff was great. Had to extend for 24 hours very easily done. Very accommodatingCons:
We wanted a Tahoe. Replacement car was a Nissan. Hated everything about the car. Not a equal replacement size, comfort or drive ability wise at all7.6 Good
Jun. 2020
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When we picked up the car it was only half full of gas. We also we're not able to rent car seats for our twin two year olds. The counter person was pleasant but less than helpful. When we returned the car the counter person was awesome. I wish car seat rental options were available when reserving the vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2019
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Staff was wonderful5.2 Fair
Apr. 2019
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I reserved a mini van 3 months ago and when I went to pick it up they didn’t have any. They gave me an explorer. That’s not what I needed. I needed a mini van. We had to change our whole vacation and it was terrible!10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2018
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Polite, prompt, clean, less expensive. Very nice.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Good
56 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.2
6 locations in Fort Wayne
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2020
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Yes, very efficient!8.8 Very good
Jun. 2020
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Staff was great car was clean.Cons:
On kayak I added the Insurance for 11 dollars per day. Once I arrived at Enterprise I was told it’s 18 dollars per day. The old bait and switch, this is crappy and should not happen.9.2 Wonderful
Feb. 2020
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Really all expectations were met but z little unnecessary haggling over quotes price vs what it became when I got tp pick up spot. All got sorted and was a fair value, just read papers before signong6.4 Okay
Aug. 2019
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Everyone I spoke to was helpful. They provided electronic copies of everything, so it saves paper and the environment, plus convenient. They had vehicle I requested and quickly got me in it when we arrived at the location. Drop off after trip was simple too.Cons:
I scheduled a pick up at least a day in advance and waited over an hour for the ride to appear. I rented a minivan (reserved in January and got it in August) and they asked if I would switch down because they were short on vans that day. The van wasn't totally clean. Nor was I offered prepaid fuel.9.6 Wonderful
Jun. 2019
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Staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Car was clean.Cons:
I really prefer when rentals start with a full gas tank. I always end up putting more gas in than I used when I start with a partial tank.10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2018
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Everything went as planned and everything they told me they would do they did. No surprises along the way and no unexpected charges. People were great and things were ready on time. Could not ask for anything more.Budget
6.8
Okay
37 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.7
2 locations in Fort Wayne
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2022
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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NothingCons:
Despite my confirmed reservation, the Budget counter was CLOSED upon my arrival. I could not get my car. Neighboring agency counter said, "they keep odd hours". Will never use them again, anywhere.2.0 Poor
Feb. 2021
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Budget was closed and the next day when I spoke with somebody was told that there was nothing that can be done call the 800 number terrible customer service2.0 Poor
Jan. 2021
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Don’t know. They wouldn’t let me rent a carCons:
You can’t rent a car here without a credit card. I only have a bank debit MasterCard. Other places like Hertz and Enterprise are fine with a bank card. So I was left stranded and had to go to another place.10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2019
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Super friendly staff. Gave me an option to get a challenger RT instead of a Hyundai.4.0 Mediocre
Sep. 2019
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Convenient locations for pickup and dropoff.Cons:
Less trying to sell an upgrade. Accurate and/or full fuel at pickup. Cleanliness of windows. Wait time at dropoff.Hertz
6.1
Okay
64 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
5.9
2 locations in Fort Wayne
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2.0 Poor
Oct. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2021
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Friendly and helpful staff.Cons:
More clarity on drop off, where specifically to park, etc.3.6 Poor
Sep. 2020
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staff was rude and very not helpful and nastyCons:
price and customer service2.0 Poor
Dec. 2019
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I was told at the fort wayne airport if i got gas thru them the charge of $30 would be pro rated in South bend based on what i used Well SB they said no no no we dont take off $ amount based on usage when all i used was a 1/4 tank so what the original fee was $68 turned out to be $122.72 also the drop off in SB was a nightmare to just to find it and parking lot dark and i had to find someone in lot to help me. finally found a guy n then he was of very little help2.0 Poor
Jun. 2019
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Hertz called me 14 hours before my trip and canceled my reservation. They said they had no vehicle for me. Hertz sucks and so does Kayak.2.0 Poor
Jun. 2019
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The agent was wonderful but there was a long lineCons:
I made a reservation for a car pickup at the airport but when I got there, I was told that my pickup was six miles away. Thank God the agent was able to find me a carDollar
2.8
Poor
36 reviewsCleanliness
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
3.0
One location in Fort Wayne
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2.0 Poor
Jun. 2019
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I made my reservation, received my confirmation. I go to pick up the car, stand in line for 30 minutes, only to be told they don't have any cars! The rep very nonchalantly advised she doesn't know why reservations are still being allowed to be made when there are no cars and there won't be any.3.6 Poor
Mar. 2019
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I was told i would be getting a SUV of the size approximate to Grand Cherokee. I recieved a small SUV ( equinox) that was NOT awd or 4x4 which is what i was needing ( trip north.) When i arrived they didnt have that vehicle ready and i had to wait over an hour to get my vehicle, making me late.6.8 Okay
Aug. 2018
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The Honda Civic drove good; had good gas mileage , and overall, performed as expectedCons:
The driver and passenger seats were hard as a rock ( I understand that the rental company can’t do much about hard seats ). The airport representative had the personality of a dead fish2.0 Poor
Jul. 2018
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we didn't get the car, they accepted our Visa/debit card for the reservation, however, after driving 35 miles out of our way to the airport to pickup in our motor home & showing multiple ID, including Cash, they don't accept cash nor debit card ! We have credit card, forgot to bring new one in wallet, we had the expired one. This is not stated on their website anywhere, since when is cash or Debit/ Visa not good? It isn't like they cannot obtain $ instantly, nor bill for more. Very frustrating. will never rent from them again !10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2018
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Mostly everythingCons:
Only the self service didn’t work properly4.0 Mediocre
Dec. 2018
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Comfy interiorCons:
I was stuck driving through a winter snowstorm with absolutely no windshield wiper fluid. This was very dangerousNational
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Fort Wayne
Avis
8.4
Very good
20 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.6
2 locations in Fort Wayne
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2.0 Poor
Jun. 2019
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Late, bad info, incorrect prices10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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The staff at the rental counter were efficient, courteous and helpful. Took coupon I had for an upgrade. The vehicle was perfect for our 12day road trip of the southwest.10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2017
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It was great! Great service, great car!10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2017
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First time using this company,will do it again. Paper work and options explained very wellCons:
NA5.6 Fair
Jun. 2016
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The car, the pickup, the drop off, people at counter niceCons:
The car was dirty, and smelled like cigarettes6.0 Okay
Jun. 2023
Thrifty
6.2
Okay
12 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Fort Wayne
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8.8 Very good
Jan. 2020
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Quick and easy pickup and drop off.Cons:
Windshield washer fluid was low and ran out. They discounted for my inconvenience.6.8 Okay
Jan. 2020
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Reserved the rental months a head of time saving me quite a bit of money.Cons:
The charge that was put on hold on my account was an astronomical price compared to what I paid for the entire rental. I'm talking they put a hold on almost 4 times the amount of the entire rental.3.6 Poor
Dec. 2019
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Rent a medium class car, and receive a compact car very frustrating8.0 Very good
Sep. 2018
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Was great for our need10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2018
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The transaction was quick and easy with no hassle.Cons:
No complaints.2.0 Poor
Apr. 2017
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I have rented a car with my bank credit/debit card for the last 3 years...Unbeknownst to me they now require a major credit card which I didn't find out until I was at the counter. If this was disclosed prior I could have made other arrangements. Instead I was totally left on the day we were leaving without a car. I will never use ThriftyAmerican Rent-A-Car
5.3
Fair
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One location in Fort Wayne
Easirent
4.7
Mediocre
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One location in Fort Wayne
Sunnycars
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One location in Fort Wayne