Car hire at Palm Springs airport from £26/day

Ford Focus

or similar SMALL

£30/day

Toyota Corolla

or similar MEDIUM

£26/day

Nissan Altima

or similar LARGE

£27/day

Chrysler Pacifica

or similar VAN

£52/day

Chevrolet Tahoe

or similar SUV

£48/day

Chrysler 300

or similar LUXURY

£51/day

Ford Mustang Convertible

or similar CONVERTIBLE

£50/day

Toyota Tacoma

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

£45/day

Nissan Rogue

or similar SUV

£29/day

Class Special Car

or similar Category

£35/day

Hyundai Santa Fe

or similar SUV

£36/day

Toyota RAV4

or similar SUV

£38/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

There are several modes of ground transportation from Palm Springs Airport (PSP), but car rentals are the most advantageous. Getting a car rental at Palm Springs Airport allows you to relish convenience and flexibility as you explore this city. Public transport might be the cheapest option from the airport, but its rigid travel schedule and delay times won’t give you the best experience while visiting Palm Springs.
Most of the respected Palm Springs car rental companies have their desks in the main terminal building at the Arrivals section, with their pick-up and drop-off lots just adjacent to the terminal building. Several off-site car rental companies are convenient. All you need to do is book your rental in advance, and you can have the rental delivered to you at the airport, or their shuttle can transport you to their lots just a short distance away.
California State Route 111 (CA-111) is one of the major roads connecting PSP to downtown Palm Springs. It is also one of the busiest routes, especially during rush hours. The morning rush hour on CA-111 starts from 7 am to 10 am, while the evening rush is from 4 pm to 7 pm. Traffic is usually packed, so avoid picking up or dropping off your Palm Springs Airport car rental during these hours. Avoid the major city routes during these hours for a smoother experience while driving your Palm Springs Airport car rental.
After-hours returns are available at Palm Springs Airport car rentals. When returning your car rental during after-hours, just follow the car rental returns signs to the return lot in PSP. Park the vehicle in the lot and lock it. Make sure to clear it of all your belongings. Walk into the main terminal building and place the keys and the completed return form in the dropbox of your specific car rental provider.
25% of our users found a car hire at Palm Springs airport for £31 or less
Book your car hire at Palm Springs airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Which cars are offered at Palm Springs Airport car rentals?
Palm Springs Airport car rentals have all sorts of vehicles to match your budget and needs. Anything you need, they got it, from compact economy rentals to large pick-ups to do the heavy lifting. Whatever kind of adventure you have planned, the roomy SUVs offered at Palm Springs Airport car rentals will ensure the whole family experiences them. Perhaps it is luxury you seek, and you should find affordable luxury rentals with premium features, upgraded performance, and lots of space for passengers and luggage. The passenger van rentals should be ideal for friends and family reunions, while minivans are also available for smaller groups.
Can I pay for my car rental at Palm Springs Airport without a credit card?
Yes, car rentals at Palm Springs Airport accept various forms of payment. However, credit cards are the most preferred mode of payment. American Express, Discover Network, Visa, and MasterCard credit cards will be accepted at PSP car rental locations. You can also use debit cards to make your deposit, however, there are some restrictions while using debit cards. They will be accepted only when presented with a return ticket, and the renter’s name and current address must match the ones present on their driver’s license. Most debit cards with Visa and MasterCard logos will be readily accepted at PSP. Cash, money orders, and prepaid cards cannot be used to make a deposit but will be accepted when clearing balances at the end of your rental period.
What documentation do I need to get a car rental at Palm Springs Airport?
Renters looking for a car rental at Palm Springs Airport must be 21 or older with a valid driver’s license and a credit or debit card in their name. Note that learner’s permits, temporary licenses, and copies of your driver’s license will not be accepted at the rental counters at PSP. Foreign drivers will be required to produce a valid driver’s license from their country of origin, and if the license doesn’t use the Latin alphabet, an International Driving License (IDL) will be required. You can also present a notarized translation of your driver’s license in place of the IDL. Also, the IDL must be submitted alongside your driver’s license for you to get a car rental at Palms Springs Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Palm Springs airport?
On average a car hire at Palm Springs airport costs £35 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Palm Springs airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Budget (£35/day), Avis (£38/day) and Dollar (£40/day).
What is the best car hire company at Palm Springs airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies at Palm Springs airport are Alamo (8.4, 88 reviews), Hertz (7.9, 93 reviews), and Budget (7.0, 139 reviews).
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Palm Springs airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Palm Springs airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Hertz, and Thrifty.

Budget

7.0

Good

Read 95 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

7.3

One location in Palm Springs Airport

from£28/day

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 1956

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Joe, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

Staff friendly, don't understand my bill. Price higher than anticipated.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Full-size SUV

They didn't have the vehicle I reserved and I paid with a credit card, but they still charged me a $150 deposit.

2.0 Poor

robert, Apr 2024

Full-size

Poor follow through on 2nd month and 3rd month of rental. Kept having to fix Budget errors in not renewing my lease until spending an hour waiting and then speaking on the phone to clear up Budget mistakes. Also overcharged by $100 on overall fee.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size

There was a very long line at the counter and I had to wait for 35 minutes for the vehicle to be ready. This was frustrating to all involved. The employees were very kind and patient and were working as fast as they could.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact

When I arrived just after 11pm to get my car, no one was manning the Avis/Budget desk at the Palm Springs airport. This despite their open hours being until midnight. I had to rideshare to my destination and return to the airport the next day to get my rental car. It took 90 minutes of waiting in line and at the desk for them to get me a car. They said they had run out of cars the night before. There was no communication about this nor was there any signage at the desk. A rep from another rental company told a couple of other parties and me that they had all gone home.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Standard SUV

took 3 hours of waiting in a line to pick up a car

Alamo

8.4

Very Good

Read 49 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

8.3

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 833 659 1910

Monday	05:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	05:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	05:30 - 23:00
Thursday	05:30 - 23:00
Friday	05:30 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Pete, May 2024

Standard SUV

Very pleasant person to get car. Liked the car a lot. The check in person in LAS was very nice

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

Dry efficient. Timely. All Good

8.0 Very Good

Skip, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

Too expensive.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Economy

Ivan checked me in upon return. He was helpful.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Luxury

Car was clean. But person at added expensive add ons without explanation. Costing me an extra $100.00!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

Pros:

Staff at the counter was very friendly and helpful, they just didn’t have very many people working so the line moved a bit slowly.

Cons:

Vehicle had no upgrades whatsoever (no moonroof, no push to start).

Hertz

7.9

Good

Read 56 reviews

Cheapest deal

Most popular

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

7.5

One location in Palm Springs Airport

from£26/day

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 5100

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Christopher, Mar 2024

Luxury SUV

Short line-up compared to other companies, good person at the front desk and fast and easy return, Price is my only complaint but that is with all rental companies.

10.0 Wonderful

Leslie, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

The customer service rep was very helpful and knowledgeable.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate

We couldn’t have had a more perfect experience. I will always go back with Hertz.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate

Very good but the global cost all inclusive is very difficult to predict.

2.0 Poor

James, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

After reserving my vehicle with a debit card via the pay later option when I tried to pick up my car at Palm Springs airport the Hertz employee told me because I didn’t have the CREDIT card I used to make the reservations I could not pick up the car and I could not get a refund. I had to have a friend reserve the car under his name and pay an additional fee to add me as a driver even though I was the one that reserved for and paid for the car. Again, I made the reservation with a debit card, but it hurts. Employee refused to accept the card that I used to make the reservation even though that is the policy.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

I arrived to only be told that I would be charged an additional 800 dollars on top of what I already paid online. I felt like I was being scammed for more money. I ended up paying 450 usd more than my quoted priced online when booking and paying. I feel very taken advantage of. Will never book again through Kayak or through this company. Disgraceful service and they should be ashamed.

Dollar

7.5

Good

Read 24 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.8

Value for money

7.3

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 866 434 2226

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and professional. The pick up and drop off were both very quick and easy.

6.0 Okay

James, Jan 2021

Pros:

Staff were fine, drop off easy

Cons:

We did not get the car we asked for--the alternative was too small for our needs. And, I felt ripped off by all the extra fees, etc. Based on the "advertised" Kayak price, we should have paid much less buying making an advance deposit. The fees drove up the total significantly. Net, most likely will not use a third party again for car rental.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2021

Pros:

Great experience!

Cons:

N/A

8.0 Very Good

Courtney, Jan 2021

Pros:

The process was pretty smooth and quick.

Cons:

They didn’t have the type of car we reserved (suv) and gave us a 4 door chevy. It fit us fine but wasn’t the size we’d reserved. Also, the car had a big dent and scratch along the back side which looked a little crappy driving it around Palm Springs.

8.0 Very Good

Hot Springs, Jan 2020

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful

8.4 Very Good

Jonathan, Jan 2020

Cons:

Counter agent in Palm Springs could have honored the original terms in the reservation from the beginning. The first contract he generated had the price at almost $900, the reservation price was about $398.00. It was corrected when I pointed it out to the guy.

Avis

7.0

Good

Read 27 reviews

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.6

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 6300

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

Better advice choosing a vehicle. Offered an upgrade to a Prius that has a weak engine and bad for the highway. I specifically said I was traveling to Vegas and back. Plus charging me almost $100 for half a tank of gas after dropping it off. Feels like a rip off to me.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

Extremely long pickup line on arrival Efficient drop-off

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

The pick up desk at PSP is a disaster, so many people wanting cars and too few employees helping them. Very aggravated customers in the very long lineup to pick up vehicles. Express drop off, on the other hand, worked very well.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Supplier choice

Got to the desk and was shocked to see a line of people that probably would have taken over an hour to get a car. So went to the preferred desk when there was a budget and avis guy with nothing to do. I couldn't remember my number, but the guy looked it up. However, he gave me a Ford 150 truck -- a bit much. Soi, mixed bag, but appreciated the help

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

Quick and easy for pick up and drop off

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

Initial vehicle assigned was not conducive to a bedroom with two bad knees, and a wife with a bad hip to climb into such a large vehicle

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Palm Springs Airport

Locations in Palm Springs Airport

3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste

+1 833 659 1909

Monday	05:30 - 23:00
Tuesday	05:30 - 23:00
Wednesday	05:30 - 23:00
Thursday	05:30 - 23:00
Friday	05:30 - 23:00
Saturday	05:30 - 23:00
Sunday	05:30 - 23:00