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Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is about 5 km from downtown. Collect your car on arrival and reach the Everglades, Las Olas Boulevard or Miami's South Beach in under an hour.

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Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Car rental providers: Enterprise, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty and Sixt

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Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, National, Alamo, Budget, Dollar and Thrifty all operate at FLL's rental car center. We compare live prices so you can choose by rate, car class and pickup terminal.

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Why hire a car in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is famous for its canals — often called the "Venice of America" — and Las Olas Boulevard and the beachfront strip are easy to enjoy on foot once you're there. But the city's real appeal for most visitors is what's within reach of it: the Everglades' Sawgrass Recreation Area is about 30 minutes west for airboat tours, and Miami's South Beach and Wynwood are under an hour south down I-95. Public transit between these areas is limited and slow, so a hire car is what actually turns Fort Lauderdale into a base for exploring South Florida rather than just a stopover.

The city is also a common starting or ending point for Florida road trips. The Florida Keys are about two and a half hours south via the Overseas Highway, and Palm Beach is under an hour north. For business travellers and cruise passengers alike, Fort Lauderdale's airport sits closer to the city than Miami International does to downtown Miami, making it a genuinely convenient hub whether you're heading to the beach, the Everglades or further afield.

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Six vehicle categories, all bookable today. Free cancellation, pay at pickup and unlimited mileage on most rentals.

Most Popular Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: White compact car at a car rental lot ready for pickup

Compact — Toyota Corolla or similar

Compact · Automatic · 4 passengers · 2 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 80,000 reviews

€42/day from €29/day

  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pickup
  • Unlimited mileage on most bookings
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Family Favourite Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Silver midsize SUV parked outside a rental office with luggage beside it

Midsize SUV — Ford Edge or similar

Midsize SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 120,000 reviews

€78/day from €59/day

  • Plenty of room for car seats and weekend luggage
  • Additional driver free for spouse / partner
  • 24/7 roadside assistance included
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Full-size Sedan — Toyota Camry or similar

Full-size · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.5 / 5 · 95,000 reviews

€92/day from €69/day

  • Recent fleet (typically under 2 years old)
  • Comfortable, quiet motorway cruiser
  • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto on most models
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Lowest Daily Rate Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Red economy car parked at a car rental lot

Economy — Hyundai Accent or similar

Economy · Automatic · 4 passengers · 1 large bag

★★★★★ 4.2 / 5 · 45,000 reviews

€34/day from €22/day

  • Our cheapest daily rate
  • Fuel-efficient — low running costs on long trips
  • Easy to park in tight city and old-town streets
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Long Trips Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Silver SUV with tailgate open and luggage loaded on a mountain road

Standard SUV — Chevrolet Equinox or similar

Standard SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 70,000 reviews

€84/day from €65/day

  • Unlimited mileage on most bookings for road trips
  • Comfortable for 4–6 hour drives
  • One-way rentals available between cities
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Premium Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Black premium sedan parked under a luxury hotel canopy at night

Premium / Convertible — BMW 5 Series or similar

Premium · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 38,000 reviews

€159/day from €119/day

  • Recent premium fleet
  • Upgrade to convertible available on request
  • Premium counter with shorter wait times
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Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Light-coloured convertibles on a sunny coastal road Save 30%

Spring compact deal

Compact rentals from €19/day during the spring season. Free cancellation, unlimited mileage and pay at pickup — perfect for a weekend getaway.

€28/day from €19/day

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Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Standard SUV parked at a coastal overlook at sunset Best Seller

Weekly SUV road trip deal

Standard SUV from €189 for the full week — perfect for coastal routes, mountain escapes and long-distance drives. Unlimited mileage included.

€269/week from €189/week

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Express pickup deal

Full-size sedan with skip-the-queue pickup at downtown offices. From €59/day, free cancellation, no hidden surcharges in the rate.

€95/day from €59/day

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Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale: Red convertible top-down parked beside palm trees on a coastal road 20% Off

Weekend convertible deal

Premium convertible from €89/day on Friday–Sunday pickups. Limited fleet — sells out fast on holiday weekends.

€119/day from €89/day

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Our fleet at a glance

Category, daily rate, cancellation and mileage — choose in 30 seconds.

CategoryBest forPaxCancellationMileageFrom / day
CompactMost Popular Day trips & weekends4Up to 48 hUnlimited €29 Book
Midsize SUVFamily Favourite Family travel5Up to 24 hUnlimited €59 Book
Full-size SedanBusiness Pick Work / premium5Up to 48 hUnlimited €69 Book
EconomyLowest Rate Cheapest daily rate4Up to 24 hUnlimited €22 Book
Standard SUVLong Trips Long-distance drives5Up to 48 hUnlimited €65 Book
Premium / ConvertiblePremium Special occasions5Up to 24 hUnlimited €119 Book
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What to know before you drive in Fort Lauderdale

  • Collect at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about 5 km from downtown. All major providers have desks in the rental car center, connected to the terminals by shuttle, and the drive into downtown or the beach takes 10–15 minutes outside rush hour. Compare Fort Lauderdale car hire prices →
  • I-95 and I-595 carry most of the traffic. I-95 runs north-south along the coast and can back up badly at rush hour (7–9am, 4–6.30pm); I-595 connects the airport to the Everglades and western suburbs. The Florida Turnpike is a toll alternative that's often faster.
  • Tolls are mostly electronic via SunPass. Florida's Turnpike and several express lanes charge tolls automatically — most hire cars include a transponder or bill tolls to the card on file, so confirm the policy at pickup.
  • Parking near the beach and Las Olas fills up fast. Metered street parking and municipal garages are available, but arrive early on weekends; many hotels also offer valet parking as a simpler option.
  • Heading further afield? Miami is about 45 km south via I-95 or the Turnpike, and the Everglades' airboat tours are about 30 minutes west — both easy day trips with a car based in Fort Lauderdale.

Where to collect your hire car in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about 5 km from downtown, has a rental car center with desks for all major providers, reached by shuttle from the terminals.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions our customers actually ask before booking.

Do I need a hire car in Fort Lauderdale?
For the beach and Las Olas Boulevard alone, you can get by without one. But to reach the Everglades, Miami or the Florida Keys, a hire car is essential — public transit between these areas is limited and slow, and a car is what turns Fort Lauderdale into a real base for exploring South Florida.
Where do I collect my hire car in Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about 5 km from downtown, is the main pickup point. All major providers have desks in the airport's rental car center, reached by a short shuttle from the terminals.
How far is Miami from Fort Lauderdale?
About 45 km south via I-95 or the Florida Turnpike, roughly 45 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. It's a comfortable day trip or a realistic base-swap if you're splitting a South Florida stay between the two cities.
Can I visit the Everglades from Fort Lauderdale without a car?
It's difficult — most airboat tour operators and entrances to the Everglades are 30–45 minutes west of the city with no direct public transit. A hire car or a booked tour with transport are the two realistic options.
Are there tolls between Fort Lauderdale and the Florida Keys?
The Florida Turnpike, which connects toward Miami and the Keys, is a toll road with electronic collection via SunPass. Most hire cars include a transponder or bill tolls automatically — confirm this at pickup so you're not surprised by charges after the trip.
Which car hire companies operate in Fort Lauderdale?
Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, National, Alamo, Budget, Dollar and Thrifty all have desks at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's rental car center. Rates vary by season and how far in advance you book. Compare all Fort Lauderdale car hire prices →

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