Welcome to the DC area. Avis is here at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, VA, to serve the greater DC area, and to get you on your way as quickly as possible, when you arrive.

Where is Avis at Reagan Airport?

To find our DCA car rental location, either exit the terminal and board an airport shuttle bus headed to “Rental Cars/ Garage Parking” and exit at the “Garage A/ Rental Car” stop, or walk to our location by following signs for Garage A. The main Avis desk is located on the 1st floor of Garage A, and the Preferred member booth and Avis vehicles are located on the 3rd floor.

DCA Rental Car Return

When you’re ready to return your Avis vehicle to DCA airport car rental, drive to the airport and follow the “Rental Car Return” signs. The address for Avis DCA rental car return is 2500 National Avenue, Parking Garage A, Arlington, VA. Remove all personal items before leaving the car.

After-hour returns

Leave your keys and completed contract in the vehicle, unlocked. The rental car return area is secure.

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Arlington, VA?

The minimum age for renting from Avis at DCA is 21. All renters must provide a valid driver’s license and an Avis-approved credit card. Additionally, drivers aged 21-24 will have an underage surcharge of $27-per-day on their bill.

What is the best type of car to rent in Washington DC?

The best Reagan airport car rental depends on what you’d like to do during your visit. Whether you’re traveling alone, or you’re in need of a 15 passenger van, we have a car for you. Download the Avis app to lock in your vehicle, before you arrive.

Passenger Van Rental

Between parking expenses, traffic, and the convenience of HOV lanes, traveling through the greater DC area is easier when your entire group can fit into a single vehicle. Our passenger van rentals can accommodate groups of 12 or 15 passengers, depending on van model.

Minivan Rental

Avis minivan rentals are more suited for families or for groups of up to 7 or 8. Choose from models such as Dodge Caravan or Honda Odyssey, and don’t forget to check out the Smithsonian’s free National Zoo while you’re in town (especially if you’ve got little one in that minivan)!

SUV Rental

DC may be crowded, but there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the open space of the great outdoors in both Virginia and Maryland. An SUV rental can carry all your gear so you can enjoy locations like the Assateague Island National Seashore or Shenandoah National Park.

Long-Term Car Rental

If you’re in the area for an extended vacation, a long-term business trip, an internship, or a single congressional term, take advantage of a monthly car rental. We even offer one-way options if your trip takes you away from the DC area.

Convertible Car Rental

Enjoy the beautiful, green scenery and the many historic sites of the nation’s capital with our luxury car rentals. Explore the area in one of our many convertibles such as the Ford Mustang GT Convertible or the Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible.

Road Trip From DCA Airport

On your way from DC through Pennsylvania, there are several family-friendly attractions that make perfect road trip destinations. Hop in your rental car and hit the road so you and your family can sample chocolate in Hershey World, enjoy historic Lancaster, and slip and slide at amusement parks. Read more...