Car Rental Glasgow Airport

Collect your Glasgow Airport car rental with Hertz today. With a range of comfortable, practical, and eco-friendly vehicles to choose from and located close to other popular Scottish cities, there’s no better place to start your journey.

You can find the Hertz rental desk in Glasgow Airport’s Terminal 1, just next to the Taxi Information desk. When you get your keys, the Hertz pick-up spot is on St. Andrew’s Drive West, behind Car Park 1.

Thanks to Glasgow Airport’s compact size, car parks are within a comfortable walking distance. The 24/7 Express Service 500 has a bus that stops right outside the main terminal building at Stance 1.

How to get to Glasgow center:

1. Follow M8 and A739 to A814 in Glasgow.
2. Take the A814 exit from A739.
3. Get on M8 from A814
4. Continue on M8 to Baird Street/A804.
5. Take exit 15 from M8.
6. Continue on A804. Drive to Killermont Street.

What Cars Can I Rent from Glasgow Airport?

Electric car rental

The UK has multiple Clean Air Zones and Low Emission Zones where using an electric car means you can avoid the charges for entering one of these areas. We have a range of electric car rentals available from Glasgow Airport including the Tesla Model.

Family car rental

Heading on a family adventure? We have a range of vehicles which are perfectly suited for small and larger families. The Skoda Octavia or similar can be a good option.

4WD rental

Exploring Scotland’s scenic routes is a must, especially if you’re collecting your hire car from Glasgow Airport – you’re in the perfect spot. A Vauxhall Mokka or similar is a good option.

Hatchback rental

A hatchback is a nippy option perfect if you want to venture into cities. Narrow city streets will be much easier to navigate in a car like a Kia Picanto or Vauxhall Corsa.

Time to drop off your rental back at the airport? Here’s everything you need to know.

Where to return your rental car

When returning from Glasgow to the airport:

1. Get on the M8 and follow sings for Glasgow Airport.
2. Follow signs for the Car Rental Center.
3. Park your hire car in the dedicated Hertz area.

What to do when you return your rental car

Once you’ve parked the car, you can drop your keys off at the Hertz rental desk, or you can drop them in our drop-off box. If you go up to the rental desk, our helpful staff will be on hand to take you through the drop-off process.

How To Extend Your Car Rental

Just let our staff know when you pick up your vehicle at the airport or contact the Glasgow Airport branch once you are on the road to arrange for additional rental days.

FAQs

Are there EV charging in Glasgow?

Yes, there are 60 charging stations located across Glasgow and 2,286 charging points across Scotland. So, whether you want to stay close to the city, or venture further beyond, if you choose an electric car rental from Glasgow Airport, you’ll have plenty of places to charge it.

Are there late return fees with Hertz?

Yes, you may be charged late fees if you fail to return the vehicle at the agreed time. Some locations do offer a grace period of 29 minutes. Check with the Hertz branch you’re returning to for more information.

What payment methods are accepted at Hertz?

Most major credit and debit cards are accepted here at Hertz. But for the best rates, it’s recommended to book and pay online to avoid fees. Check the Hertz Rental Qualifications for more information.

Are there any refueling options?

There are three refueling options. You can use pre-pay Hertz, pay on return or pay at a local gas station. Whether you plan to go on a long road trip or a short drive to the local towns, there’s a refueling option for you. Read your refueling options in more detail before renting.

Is liability protection available?

A collision damage waiver and theft protection are included with standard car hire from Hertz. In the event of damage or theft, the excess is limited. SuperCover is available with Hertz which eliminates the excess for accidents, and can be added for extra peace of mind.