Car Hire Portland International Airport (PDX)

You’ll find our Avis counter at Portland International Airport located on the first level of the multi-storey car park. To get there, as you leave the terminal building cross the street to the Consolidated Rental Car Facility.

Our Avis rental car collection is a short walk away in the airport parking. When you are coming back to the airport, follow signs to Rental Car Returns parking.

Portland International Airport (PDX) is the largest airport in Oregon and welcomes around 17 million passengers a year. PDX accounts for more than 95% of the state’s air cargo and 90% of the state’s passenger flights. The airport features one passenger terminal (divided into North and South), four concourses and 60 gates.

Famous American aviator Charles Lindbergh was one of the first to fly into Portland when he dedicated the airfield in 1927.

Today, Portland International Airport serves 66 domestic destinations in 11 international cities in countries like Canada, Mexico, Germany, United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Iceland. It is frequently voted the best airport in the United States for its convenience, amenities, and great local food and drink.

The airport is located on the northern edge of the city along the banks of the Columbia River with good road access via Interstate 205.

If you are heading out on an Oregon road trip from PDX Airport, our friendly Avis team is on hand to help on the best routes and ideal vehicle for your trip. We’d always advise familiarising yourself with common USA road rules.

What are the age requirements for renting a car in Oregon?

The minimum age to rent a car with Avis in Oregon and the rest of the US is 21 - with the exception of New York State and Michigan where the minimum age is 18. However, depending on your age and/or the age of any other additional driver, at the time of taking over (under 21; between 21 and 25) we charge a supplement and restrict access to certain car groups for drivers under 25. There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car, so long as you have had a full, valid, licence for at least 1 year. Some additional steps may be required for those who are over the age of 70 on the date of the scheduled return. When you book, you’ll be told if there are any maximum age restrictions for the vehicle you request. If you’re not sure, please check your booking confirmation email – or call the reservations team. 

What documents do I need to hire a car in Oregon?

To hire a car in Portland, Oregon, you just need to bring your:

• Driving licence
• The credit card used to make your booking (if it's a high value vehicle two payment cards must be provided, one of which needs to be a credit card),
• Proof of any discount (such as a frequent flyer or Avis Preferred  card),
• Photo ID for international rentals (such as a passport or driving licence) taken in the last 10 years.

Can I pick up my rental car in Portland, Oregon and return it to another location?

One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle and one-way rentals may be allowed to some U.S. cities. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Portland Airport and then return it to another Avis office based on availability. Many of our Avis locations offer a 24-hour drop-off facility, which makes a one-way car hire hassle-free and very user-friendly. When you are ready to book, simply check out our available one-way journeys and start planning your route.

Is it worth hiring a car in Portland, Oregon?

While Portland is easy to explore via the city’s excellent public transport network of light rail, buses, and trams, but the city is vast and to explore it properly as well as head for local attractions like nearby Mount Hood or the Columbia River Gorge, you’ll want to hire a car to travel. Renting a car at Portland International Airport gives you the freedom of independent travel as well as the opportunity to plan a Pacific Northwest road trip.

The Avis team at Portland Airport are experts on Portland and Oregon State and can offer advice on the best routes to take and make your trip a smooth one from the moment you touch down.

What is parking like in Portland?

Parking in Portland is well served with more than 20,000 metered spaces within the city.

Plan your route and book your space in advance in one of the downtown or residential areas by checking the city’s parking guide. 

From the Avis car park at Portland Airport to the centre of Portland is a drive of 12.4miles which will take around 17min depending on the time of day. Head south from the airport along Interstate 205 and Interstate 84 W following signs to the centre of the city.

Portland offers something for everyone with fun things to do both indoors and outdoors. This beautiful city has a variety of unique attractions including the Portland Art Museum, which is the largest museum of art in Oregon and one of the oldest on the West Coast. If you are visiting from May to October, don’t miss the International Rose Test Garden when over 10,000 rose bushes bloom from the spring to the fall. Outdoor lovers will also enjoy Washington Park, a 400-acre urban park with a zoo, gardens, trails, art, and much more.

A gateway to the rest of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, Portland is the perfect place to begin your road trip.

Seattle

Head north on I-205 and begin the beautiful coastal drive of 2hr40min between Portland and Seattle, or you can take a 2-hour detour west for a nostalgic day trip to Haystack Rock. When in Seattle, don’t miss the Space Needle which is among the nation’s most iconic landmarks. This 605-foot observation tower of futuristic architecture and cultural history is open to the public year-round.

Astoria

Take the scenic route to the historical city of Astoria, situated at the mouth of the Columbia River and once the first English-speaking settlement of the United States. The 97-mile drive  west along US-30 follows the Columbia River, passing through charming towns with fine views of the river, hills and lush forestry.