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Grand Island car rentals from $51/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Grand Island with a pick-up date of 5/21 and drop-off date of 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car rentals in Grand Island

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Economy$85/day
Compact$51/day
Intermediate$54/day
Standard$62/day
Full-size$65/day
Minivan$242/day
Premium$62/day
Pickup truck$61/day
Premium SUV$242/day
Supplier choice$58/day
Compact SUV$59/day
Intermediate SUV$61/day
Standard station wagon$97/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Grand Island

  • Driving car rentals in Grand Island is it fantastic way to see this small city in central Nebraska. In Grand Island car rentals, you can see the people and places you want to according to your own schedule. You can see the local sites, including the Stuhr Museum, the restored Burlington Train Station, and the Crane Trust Nature and Visitor Center. Car rentals in Grand Island give you the freedom to drive northeast to Omaha, east to Lincoln, southeast to Kansas City, and southwest into Colorado.
  • Situated less than 5 miles to the northeast of downtown Grand Island, the Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) makes an ideal location for getting car rentals in Grand Island. In this small but convenient single-terminal airport, you can conveniently find the car rental counters at the arrivals exit, near the baggage claim carousel. Once you have shown the necessary documentation, completed your paperwork, and gotten your keys, you can find the rental cars parked in the airport parking lot right outside of arrivals. When it is time to return Grand Island car rentals, simply drive them back to the parking lot across from arrivals where you picked them up.
  • Grand Island is a small city populated by many families. Therefore, those driving car rentals in Grand Island should be cautious, on the lookout for children unexpectedly darting into the road, around schools, Grand Island's many parks, and family restaurants. Most streets in Grand Island are paved, but as you move toward the outskirts of the city and into more rural Nebraska, you will find unpaved roads, some of which go on for miles. There is also a lot of farmland surrounding Grand Island, so make sure that you always have at least half a tank of gas because you could drive for an hour or more without seeing a gas station.
  • Two of the biggest challenges those driving car rentals in Grand Island might face are abundant snow and tornadoes. Nebraska gets a lot of snow in the winter months, and it can get quite deep. Stay aware of local news reports so that you can stick to driving on plowed roads. Also, before you get in your vehicle, make sure that you clean off snow, ice, and window frost. Nebraska averages about 51 tornadoes a year, with many of them hitting in the spring and summer. If there is a tornado warning, don't drive your rental car. Stay inside until the storm is over.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Grand Island for $73 or less
  • Book your rental car in Grand Island at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in Grand Island are around 61% cheaper than airport locations on average
  • Economy rental cars in Grand Island are around 54% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Grand Island

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Grand Island?

    On average a rental car in Grand Island costs $81 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Grand Island found in the last 2 weeks is $61.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Grand Island?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($51/day), Budget ($62/day) and Dollar ($85/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 920 Diers Ave Ste 3 68803-5642 (2 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Grand Island?

    The average gas price in Grand Island is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Grand Island?

    Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Grand Island.

  • Which car rental companies are at Grand Island airport (GRI)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Grand Island airport is Thrifty.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Grand Island airport (GRI)?

    The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Grand Island airport to off-airport locations is Thrifty.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Grand Island?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Grand Island?

    An Economy car rental in Grand Island costs $54 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Grand Island?

    A Standard car rental in Grand Island costs $59 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Grand Island?

    A Compact car rental in Grand Island costs $62 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Grand Island?

    In Grand Island, cars are most frequently rented at Thrifty 3773 Skypark Road (3 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Grand Island?

    On average a rental car in Grand Island costs $567 per week ($81 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Grand Island?

    On average a rental car in Grand Island costs $2,431 per month ($81 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Grand Island?

    Most car rental providers in Grand Island offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Grand Island, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Grand Island?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 6 car rental agencies in Grand Island.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Grand Island?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Grand Island?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Grand Island so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Grand Island?

    And Grand Island, you will feel right at home driving a pickup truck or an SUV, very popular vehicles on Nebraska roads. This type of vehicle will be especially useful when you find yourself driving on unpaved roads. Furthermore, there are abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation in Grand Island, and an SUV or a pickup truck would allow you to load up with equipment for outdoor adventures or supplies for outdoor picnics.

  • What's the speed limit in Grand Island?

    On US-281, a major road running north/south through Grand Island and US-30 coursing diagonally through the city, the speed limit is 45 mph within the city. As you travel beyond city limits, the speed increases first to 55 mph and then to 70 mph. In Grand Island, residential streets have a speed limit of 25 mph and urban streets in the business district have an mph of 20. Most other streets in the city of Grand Island have a speed limit of 30 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Grand Island?

    In downtown Grand Island, there are a number of free public parking lots, such as one on the corner of Division Street and Wheeler Ave. If you need to park at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport, either for an event or for travel purposes, the first 90 minutes are free in the East and West lots. From then on, it is around $5 per day in the West lot and $7 per day in the East lot. In Grand Island from November 1 through March 31, you cannot park on the street between 2 am and 7 am.

Grand Island car rental reviews and directory

Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

1 review
Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

3 locations in Grand Island

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Locations in Grand Island

3773 Skypark Road

+1 308 382 4392

Monday08:00 - 17:0022:00 - 23:30
Tuesday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Thursday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Friday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 16:00
Sunday22:00 - 23:3010:00 - 16:00

5145a Airport Road

+1 308 237 4720

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday13:30 - 14:30
Sunday12:00 - 21:00

725 West 2nd Street

+1 402 462 8066

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Got upgraded to a Toyota Tacoma, very nice.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

2 reviews
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Grand Island

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920 Diers Ave Ste 3

+1 308 381 6300

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Budget

9.3

Wonderful

9 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

7.3

One location in Grand Island

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3215 North Hwy 281

+1 308 381 7100

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday07:30 - 12:00

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8.0 Very good

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Requested to only have loss of use insurance. Agent added full coverage and didn't realize until after. Very difficult to remove.

8.0 Very good

Mar 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

It was a good experience over-all. But with my late arrival and early departure, I was concerned, so I showed up 45 minutes earlier than normal, just in case there was a glitch. But for a small airport, everything worked fine.

Cons:

Pickup by taxi to Budget location a few miles from the airport. This actually worked OK, but I was leaving on a 6 AM flight and I was a little concerned about the taxi showing up in a timely fashion. He showed up promptly after my call. Actually, it worked better than some off-airport shuttles that I have used.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Close to airport. Budget even paid for cab ride back to the airport.

7.2 Good

Oct 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly manager and decent value

Cons:

Budget location is off airport. The taxi company used allows their drivers to smoke in the vehicle. Both going and coming home the taxi reeked of cigarette smoke.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2022

KAYAK
The gentleman working there was very helpfi

1 out of 2

Hertz

7.4

One location in Grand Island

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3773 Skypark Road

+1 308 384 4741

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

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5.2 Fair

Jan 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

I called to make sure i could drop off the car after hours was tpld it was ok, when i dropped off the car no one was there and when i called customer service they said a road side assistant would come pick it up the road side assistant just told me the hours of drop off and i missed my flight

6.8 Okay

Oct 2016

KAYAK

Cons:

The clerk did not understand insurance and didn't even know what "liability" was.

1 out of 1

Dollar

6.1

Okay

No reviews available

One location in Grand Island

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3773 Sky Park Road

+1 308 384 4741

Monday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:0022:00 - 23:30
Wednesday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Thursday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Friday22:00 - 23:3008:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 16:0022:00 - 23:30
Sunday10:00 - 16:0022:00 - 23:30

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Easirent

4.7

Mediocre

No reviews available

3 locations in Grand Island

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Locations in Grand Island

Central Nebraska Regional Airport

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Hastings Municipal Airport

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Kearney Municipal Airport

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14 travelers who rented a car in Grand Island gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.9

Car rental locations in or near Grand Island

Good to know

Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

$81/day

Good deal

$73/day

When to book a rental car in Grand Island

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