The Terminal 1 rental car return entrance will be closed June 29-July 19 for maintenance. Follow the overhead signs on the Terminal 1 roadway for temporary access. We appreciate your patience.

On-Airport Car Rentals


Rental cars can be returned to either terminal — all on-airport rental car companies have counters at both terminals.

Terminal 1

On-airport rental car counters at Terminal 1 are located on the ground level of the Silver Parking Ramp. Passengers can take the underground tram to the ramp and follow the wayfinding signs to the rental area.

Terminal 1 Airlines: Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Denver Air, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Lufthansa, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and WestJet

Terminal 2

At Terminal 2, on-airport rental car counters are located in the Ground Transportation Center on the ground level of the Purple Ramp directly across from the terminal building.

Terminal 2 Airlines: Allegiant Airlines, Condor, Frontier Airlines, Icelandair, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines and Sun Country Airlines

 

Rental Car Companies at MSP


 

ACE Rent A Car

952-345-4017

Call for a 24/7 shuttle pick-up in the Ground Transportation Area at either terminal. 

Alamo

1-800-327-9633

Terminal 1: Open 24 Hours

Terminal 2: 6 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Avis

1-800-831-2847

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.

Terminal 2: 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. 

Budget

1-800-527-0700

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m. 

Terminal 2: 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. 

Dollar

1-800-800-4000

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. 

Terminal 2: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

Enterprise

1-800-325-8007

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Terminal 2: 6 a.m. - 12 a.m. 

Hertz

1-800-654-3131

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 12 a.m. 

Terminal 2: 6 a.m. - 12 a.m. 

National

1-800-227-7368

Terminal 1: Open 24 hours

Terminal 2: 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 

Payless

1-800-729-5377

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 1 a.m.

Terminal 2: 8 a.m. - 12 a.m. 

Sixt

1-888-749-8227

Terminal 1: 8 a.m. - 1 a.m. 

Terminal 2: 8 a.m. - 1 a.m. 

Thrifty

1-800-847-4389

Terminal 1: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Terminal 2: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

TURO

1-415-965-4525

Prearranged pickups are located on Level 6 of the Red Parking Ramp at Terminal 1. 

Frequently Asked Questions


Which airlines arrive and depart from which terminals?

Terminal 1:

  • Aer Lingus
  • Air Canada
  • Air France
  • Alaska Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Delta
  • Denver Air
  • KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
  • Lufthansa
  • Spirit
  • United
  • WestJet

 

Terminal 2:

  • Allegiant
  • Condor
  • Frontier
  • Icelandair
  • JetBlue
  • Southwest
  • Sun Country

Rental cars can be returned to either terminal — all on-airport rental car companies have counters at both terminals.

Where are local electric vehicle charging stations?

EV charging stations may be found in several locations near MSP. These include:

  • Mall of America (West) - 2000 Killebrew Drive, Bloomington, MN 55425
  • Mall of America (East) - 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
  • Minneapolis - 4825 Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55417
  • Saint Paul - 1375 St. Paul Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55116
  • Mendota Heights - 2025 Center Pointe Blvd. Mendota Heights, MN 55120
  • Eagan - 3965 Eagan Outlets Pkwy, Eagan, MN 55122
Where is the closest gas station?

A Holiday station is open 24 hours a day at 7700 34th Avenue South, in Minneapolis.

Other options include: 

  • Approaching from the north via West Seventh Street: 2526 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55116
  • Approaching from the west via 494: 7700 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55450
  • Approaching from the east via 494: 2660 Eagan Woods Dr, St Paul, MN 55121
  • Approaching from the west via 62: 5750 S 34th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417
  • Approaching from the south via 77: 123 West Market, Bloomington, MN 55425 
How can passengers request a wheelchair?

Airlines provide wheelchairs for use throughout both terminals. Request a wheelchair when you make your flight reservation. Most airlines have information about wheelchair access and other services on their websites or through their reservations systems.

How early should I return my car for before my flight?

We recommend adding an additional 30-45 minutes for rental car return to minimize risk of delays in either terminal.

I am picking someone up who is flying into the other terminal. How do I get there?

Directions to Terminal 1 from Terminal 2: Upon exiting Terminal 2 by car, take a right on 34th Avenue S to MN-5 East. Follow MN-5 east toward Glumack Dr., then take the exit for Terminal 1.

Directions to Terminal 2 from Terminal 1: While exiting Terminal 1 by car, use the right two lanes to merge onto MN-5 West via the ramp towards 494/Bloomington, then take the 34th Avenue exit for Terminal 2 and keep right.

What are each of the fees in the rental car contract?

Concession Recovery Fee (11.11%):  The rental auto company’s fee for their use of the airport facilities.

MN Registration Fee (5%):  A State of Minnesota fee imposed on vehicle rentals of 28 days or fewer.

MN Rental Car Tax (9.20%):  A State of Minnesota motor vehicle rental tax. 

Rental Auto Facility Charge ($5.90/day): A per-day charge applicable to all customers to provide on-airport facilities for the traveling public as part of the parking structure or in other airport locations.

MN Sales Tax (8.25%): General State of Minnesota sales tax.