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Top tips for renting a car at San Luis Obispo County airport
- One of the biggest advantages of a car rental at San Luis Obispo County Airport is the mobility. With limited public transportation options available around the city and surrounding areas and everything fairly spread out, renting a car is a fast and cheap way to travel. This lets you get into town, visit California Polytechnic State University and travel out to the beaches without having to rely on public transportation or lug your luggage around. And it's much more affordable than using a taxi.
- While there are public transportation options available from the airport, taking a bus or shuttle will add time to your journey. The SLO Transit shuttle from the airport to downtown San Luis Obispo runs every hour and takes about 30min to reach the city center. With a San Luis Obispo County Airport car rental on the other hand, the 3.3 miles to downtown can be over in less than 10min. From there it is only 20min to the beach, while a bus would take around an hour.
- The peak time for flights out of the San Luis Obispo County Airport is early morning. San Luis Obispo County Airport TSA recommends arriving at least 90min before your flight, but if you are returning a rental car, you may need to budget more time accordingly. If you are picking up a car rental at San Luis Obispo County Airport, then expect a rush if you are flying in around noon, as this is also a peak time at the airport.
- When it comes time to return your car rental at San Luis Obispo County Airport, the process is simple. Just return your rental car to the parking lot where you first picked it up, return the keys to the rental counter and you will be on your way. Some companies make the process even smoother, by offering key drops or after hours returns. In the case of Budget, with their Fastbreak service, you can skip the line completely. All you have to do is record the mileage and fuel level of the car on your rental agreement and leave that in a drop box. A finalized rental agreement will be mailed to you within two days.
- Book your rental car at San Luis Obispo County airport at least 5 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at San Luis Obispo County airport
Where is the location of the rental car center at San Luis Obispo County Airport?
The San Luis Obispo County Airport rental car center is located by the baggage claim. There you will find a desk with the most internationally recognized companies. Due to the small size of the airport, you can walk to pick up your car and will not require a shuttle. However, some of the smaller rental companies are not located directly in the terminal.
What amenities are available at the San Luis Obispo County Airport rental car center?
The San Luis Obispo County Airport rental car center is small, but offers several amenities to make your time more comfortable. There is some seating available to rest while you wait, an ATM should you need to withdraw money, and a stack of flyers with information on the area.
What documents are required to rent a car at San Luis Obispo County Airport?
In order to rent a car from San Luis Obispo County Airport, the company will ask you to provide your driver’s license (which must include a picture), as well as a major credit or debit card. The minimum age limit to rent a car is 21, though you will be charged extra per day if you are between the ages of 21-24. You will also need to provide proof of your own coverage should you decide to forgo the rental agency’s offered insurance.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Luis Obispo County airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Luis Obispo County airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Hertz.
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Avis
8.0
Very good
Read 35 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.6
2 locations in San Luis Obispo County Airport
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Intermediate
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Compact
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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Staff was great. pickup and drop off 75 feet from luggage pickup.Cons:
everything was great2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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Drop off was easy, but I was overcharged.Cons:
A cleaner, newer vehicle. The Elantra we received had 61,710 miles on it and was stained.Budget
7.2
Good
Read 34 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
7.4
2 locations in San Luis Obispo County Airport
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Elizabeth, Sep 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Bob, Apr 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Compact
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2021
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Despite having a reservation, they didn't have a car ready for me when I arrived. I had to wait while they prepared the car and it was pretty dirty when I did receive it. As soon as I got into the car, the "needs maintenance" warning showed up on the dashboard.Hertz
7.1
Good
Read 8 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
6.9
3 locations in San Luis Obispo County Airport
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Terrie, May 2021
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Staff was wonderful, easy to work with. Excellent experience4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
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There was no radio No way to hook up my phone to Bluetooth10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
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Super helpful and friendly staff. Easy drop-off. Very clean and new car. Loved the car!Cons:
Nothing. It was my first time renting a car and they made it so easy. You will remain my first choice should I need another rental car.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2020
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Lady was horrible when I dropped off the car5.2 Fair
Anonymous, Sep 2020
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Customer service on drop off could have been better2 locations in San Luis Obispo County Airport
Locations in San Luis Obispo County Airport
2989 Broad Street
+1 805 546 6270
975 Airport Dr
+1 844 942 0338
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
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We had a communication problem, I stated several times that I have my own Insurance, AAA and have additional coverage on my American Express Card. Very disappointed and I assure you that I will tell EVERYONE THAT I know not to use you guys!!!10.0 Wonderful
Sharon, Mar 2021
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They helped me out of a jam when Budget failed10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2020
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Carpet on drivers side had a worn hole under the gas pedal. Rubber mat would have been good5.2 Fair
Anonymous, Jun 2020
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Didn’t have the truck I reserved.One location in San Luis Obispo County Airport
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