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Car rental at Hamilton Airport

Driver's age: 26-65

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Top tips for renting a car at Hamilton airport

  • Car rentals at Toronto Hamilton Airport (YHM) provide reliable transportation for visitors to explore Hamilton, including its off-road destinations. For instance, Royal Botanical Gardens is a must-see attraction when touring Hamilton, especially if you are a conservation enthusiast. Aside from reaching places inaccessible by public transportation like buses and trains, a car rental costs less than a taxi if you are here for a few days.
  • Renting a car at Toronto Hamilton Airport is easy, as many car rental companies allow renters to make bookings on their online portal. To this end, try to reserve your car early through KAYAK if you are keen to spend minimal time at the rental desk. With this option, you will only be required to present your documents before picking up your car keys. Also, you are assured of getting the exact car type you booked when you arrive at Toronto Hamilton Airport.
  • When picking up your car rental at Toronto Hamilton Airport, it might be helpful to check with the agency regarding hours of operation and if their car return policy allows you to drop it off after working hours. Some companies allow their clients to return their cars outside their hours of operation. Still, remember that every rental company has its grace period, so check with your service provider. Usually, if you are planning to return after the counters have closed, you will be instructed to close the doors and drop the keys in the designated box.
  • June, October, and December are the busiest months in Toronto Hamilton Airport, and it is not unusual to find an increase in the number of visitors in and out of the city. Expectedly, you will find long queues at the rental booths as people return or pick up their cars from their respective rental companies at Toronto Hamilton Airport. This significantly slows down the rental process, and it might take some time before you are cleared and handed the keys.
  • Book your rental car at Hamilton airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car at Hamilton airport

  • What amenities are offered at Toronto Hamilton Airport rental car center?

    Toronto Hamilton Airport car rentals are well equipped to ensure their clients enjoy a smooth adventure in the city. Disabled renters or those with reduced mobility will easily get adaptive driving kits, including pedal extenders and hand controls. In addition, families can request kid restraints like booster seats at a small fee. Besides, you do not have to worry if you are here during winter, as you will get a car fitted with winter tires, enabling you to easily explore off-road destinations.

  • What do you require to rent a car at Toronto Hamilton Airport?

    The minimum age for renting a vehicle at a car rental at Toronto Hamilton Airport is 21, but some rental agencies impose a surcharge policy for those aged below 25. Also, not that the age requirement for Toronto Hamilton Airport car rental may vary depending on the vehicle category that you are applying for. Also, you must have a valid driver’s license valid for the entire duration of your stay, and you should have had it for at least a year. Most companies prefer credit cards both for the deposit and full payment. Remember that the credit card must bear the same name as your ID.

  • Where are the car rental companies at Toronto Hamilton Airport located?

    Many car rental agencies run their desks at YHM, including Alamo, Dollar, and Budget. After landing, keep an eye on the Arrivals or Baggage Claim signposts, which will lead you to the rental booth within the baggage claim area. While here, locate the counter of your rental company before proceeding to the pick-up garage outside the baggage claim area. Consider booking in advance to enjoy cheaper rates.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Hamilton airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Hamilton airport to off-airport locations include Avis, and National.

Hamilton Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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National

10.0

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.6

One location in Hamilton Airport

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Locations in Hamilton Airport

9300 Airport Rd

+1 905 679 0066

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Nothing could be better, I guess! Good and fast service, also car return! The best thing is, if they continue this way

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Standard

KAYAK
Helpful person who listened to my need of needing a bigger SUV and arranged for it

10.0 Wonderful

David, May 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
They were fast and courteous and a pleasure to deal with

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Someone who had rented the car before me smoked in it. The smell was still there. Other than that everything was great

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2022

KAYAK
I liked how easy it was to pick up and got upgraded to a Mercedes which just made my trip even better. Loved driving it and now I want one😂drop off was easy and staff very friendly and helpful👍

10.0 Wonderful

Meynardo, Sep 2022

KAYAK
I made a reservation on a different location which I was not aware that the pick up location was not where we will arrive by air. I called and notify of my out-of-hour arrival. They accommodate the off time but not the pick up car. So, I called the customer service and the very next day I was able to pick up the rental. It was my fault to have not known the pick up location. All in all, I recommend National/Alamo Car Rental. They are accommodating. Thanks for the service.

1 out of 3

Avis

8.4

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Hamilton Airport

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2350 Upper James Street

+1 905 679 9556

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00
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9300 Airport Road

+1 905 679 3233

Monday16:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday23:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:0016:00 - 19:00
Wednesday16:00 - 19:0000:00 - 01:0023:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:0016:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 01:0023:00 - 23:5916:00 - 19:00
Saturday16:00 - 19:0000:00 - 01:0023:00 - 23:59
Sunday16:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Avis gentleman at pick up was extremely helpful and cheerful. He came across as being very professional in his work. One of the issues I had was the inability to charge my Android phone as there were no USB ports (all I could see were Apple charger ports). As a result my phone had died and I lost my GPS to find my way back to the Hamilton Airport. I ended up taking a number of wrong ways but eventually made it to the airport but had no time to refill the fuel, so regrettably I will be charged a premium for the field I used. My recommendation is to equip the car with at least an adapter for the cigarette lighter slot to accommodate either Android phone ports or a USB port IF for some reason there were these boards they are not easily identified nor found as I have searched when I finally got to the airport and could not find any to suit my connection

2.0 Poor

Ranjeet, Oct 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Arrived on location only to find out car is not available but website confirmed it.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Great service

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jul 2022

KAYAK
The person at the counter didn’t want to help to match my needs for car rental. He was very disinterested to his job and he had one line answer and kept repeating same answer when I explained my situation. I wanted car drop off after hours. I understand this avis facility had no after hours option (which is very annoying and it broke the deal). Who wants to come again to the facility next day morning, pay for extra day (when car rentals are very expensive these days).

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2022

KAYAK
They were so so friendly and accommodating it was a total pleasure renting from them

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2022

KAYAK
All great, but dealing with lost and found has become the largest hassle ever!!!

1 out of 4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.0

One location in Hamilton Airport

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9300 Airport Rd

+1 289 639 5666

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Pickup Truck

KAYAK
Everything that was needed I got

10.0 Wonderful

Sam, Sep 2024

Pickup Truck

KAYAK
Honestly they were very friendly and easy to talk to.’They gave me the best truck on the lot and I enjoyed driving it very much I may trade my charger in! I would absolutely do business with enterprise and the staff sets the company apart from other agencies. Full recommendation to this location and upper James!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
Very simple system to pick up and drop off

2.0 Poor

Ali, Jun 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
I book an online when reaching the enterprise the said we don’t have a car I will never book a car from kayak it’s a total scam

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact

KAYAK
SUPER

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Pickup Truck

KAYAK
Amazing service

1 out of 5

Budget

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

5.9

2 locations in Hamilton Airport

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2350 Upper James Street

+1 905 383 1118

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00
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9300 Airport Rd

+1 905 679 3233

Monday16:00 - 19:0000:00 - 01:0023:00 - 23:59
Tuesday16:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday16:00 - 19:0000:00 - 01:0023:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:0023:00 - 23:5916:00 - 19:00
Friday00:00 - 01:0016:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 01:0016:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:59
Sunday16:00 - 19:0023:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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8.0 Very good

Paul, Aug 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Location closer to mountain brow, too far.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Overall satisfying experience

1.9 Poor

David, Oct 2021

KAYAK
Hit with huge fees at the end that were not communicated originally. We're disputing them now so we'll see how that gets resolved, but currently I'm dissatisfied with Budget Rental Cars.

5.9 Fair

Anonymous, Sep 2021

KAYAK
Open and closing times are not as published. No way to get a hold of budget or the rental office at YHM to confirm the hours of operation. There is a key drop box, but I am highly sceptical of this as if you are close to drop off time how do you know you won't be over charged?

1 out of 2

Europcar

6.3

Okay

One location in Hamilton Airport

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1588 Upper James Street

+1 905 575 9206

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keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

One location in Hamilton Airport

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Call 1 9055759206 For Shuttle To- Discount//1588 Upper James Street

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Discount Car & Truck Rentals

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2 locations in Hamilton Airport

Locations in Hamilton Airport

1588 Upper James Street

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Hamilton Downtown

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Sunnycars

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One location in Hamilton Airport

Locations in Hamilton Airport

9300 Airport road

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57 travelers who rented a car in Hamilton Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7

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Most popular car type

Economy