Budget Rent a Car – Miami International Airport

Miami airport pickup and rental policies

Use MIA Mover to reach the Rental Car Center. Budget's regular counter is on level 4, with Fastbreak pickup and cars on level 2. Check the rate-specific payment and cancellation conditions.

location access

Take the MIA Mover to the Rental Car Center; Budget counters are on Level 4 and cars are on Level 2. There are no rental counters in the arrival terminals; allow time to reach the Mover and the car level.

pickup hours

The MIA Budget location lists 24-hour opening every day.

after hours return

Return to Level 2, record mileage and fuel, leave keys with the unlocked car, then go to Level 4 to close the contract.

driver requirements

Minimum age 21; bring an original licence. Non-US/Canadian renters need a passport; non-Roman licences also require an IDP. An IDP accompanies the original licence. Non-US/Canadian renters must also show return travel to their home country; rates may change otherwise.

payment deposit

MIA accepts debit cards for renters 25+ in selected groups; card holds depend on rate, payment method and eligibility. US guidance lists estimated charges plus up to USD200 for Pay at Counter and USD250 for prepaid, with exceptions. Confirm the MIA hold, debit checks and return-flight proof.

additional drivers

The MIA branch waives the additional-driver fee for licensed spouses and partners aged 25 or older. Other drivers must meet authorization requirements; obtain their applicable fee in the booking.

fuel policy

Record the collection fuel level and retain your refill receipt; prepaid fuel and agency refuelling use separate charging rules. The rental agreement controls the fuel option. A short-distance flat fee can apply; verify the receipt requirement.

mileage policy

Mileage is governed by the agreement; general terms allow per-mile or fixed charges, so check the booked allowance.

toll policy

Standard e-Toll terms charge USD6.95 on toll-use days, capped at USD34.95 per rental up to 30 days, plus tolls at stated cash rates. e-Toll Unlimited is a separate option charged for every rental day. Confirm the plan on your MIA agreement; a personal transponder requires correct setup.

protection

LDW and partial LDW are optional waivers, not insurance; the agreement controls exclusions and third-party liability.

cancellation policy

Prepaid cancellation fees differ before and within 24 hours; an uncancelled prepaid no-show receives no refund. Prepaid fees are USD50 outside the final 24 hours and USD150 within them. Some card-guaranteed non-prepaid bookings charge USD75 inside 48 hours. Check the booked rate and original channel.

delayed flight

Not confirmed: Confirm the vehicle hold if your flight is delayed or arrives after the booked date; 24-hour desk access does not guarantee a hold.

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