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How far in advance should you book a rental car in Port Charlotte?

You should book your rental car in Port Charlotte around 65 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in Port Charlotte?

Rentals in the Medium category (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option in Port Charlotte, costing ₪135/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₪80/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Port Charlotte?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Port Charlotte is September at an average cost of ₪108/day. March is the most expensive month to rent a car in Port Charlotte when prices are ₪169/day on average, which tends to be 273% above the yearly average rental price for Port Charlotte.

What rental car company in Port Charlotte has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 3 locations in Port Charlotte, more than any other rental company.

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Port Charlotte

  • Visitors who opt for car hire in Port Charlotte will have the opportunity to explore this beautiful area on their own itinerary. Although Port Charlotte does have some public transport services, it can be hard to reach some out-of-the-way attractions on the coast and inside the Myakka River State Park. Choosing Port Charlotte car hire will allow you to visit the famous beaches on Don Pedro State Island and take a trip to nearby cities, like Fort Myers, which is around a 1h drive away.
  • Port Charlotte is served by Punta Gordo Airport (PGD), which is a domestic airport located around a 15-min drive away from the town. If you want to get your trip underway as soon as you land, you can pick up a hire car at the Punta Gordo terminals when you arrive. The car hire centre at Punta Gordo is located just opposite the Bailey Terminal, along a signposted walkway. Hiring a car at PGD is also a good option because there are not many transport links from the airport, so you may have to spend money on a taxi to reach Port Charlotte.
  • Before you choose car hire in Port Charlotte, you should learn a bit about local driving rules and conventions in Florida, as these may differ quite drastically from those in the UK. Drivers in Florida are not generally aggressive, but they will expect visitors to keep up with traffic and not slow things down. You can even get a ticket for driving too slowly in Florida, so aim to drive around the speed limit. You should also be aware that you are allowed to turn right at a red light in Florida, and you may get honked at if you hesitate to do this. Furthermore, you must, however, make a full stop before turning, and don’t turn if there is a red arrow on the sign. You should also check the weather forecast before heading out on a long drive, as the tropical climate can be extreme and changeable at some times of year.
  • If you want to avoid traffic congestion when driving in Port Charlotte, it is best to avoid rush hour times during the week. The rush hour in Port Charlotte falls between 07:30-09:30 and 15:30-19:30. Main roads between Port Charlotte and Fort Myers, such as the 41 and the 75, are likely to be the most congested by commuter traffic. If you want to avoid this route when travelling back from Fort Myers, you can take the 30 and then the 17. However, most major routes are likely to see delays at peak times.
  • Small rental cars in Port Charlotte are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Port Charlotte

  • Which car rental companies are at Punta Gorda airport (PGD)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Punta Gorda airport is Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Punta Gorda airport (PGD)?

    The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Punta Gorda airport to off-airport locations is Avis.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Port Charlotte?

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

  • How much does a Small car rental cost in Port Charlotte?

    A Small car rental in Port Charlotte costs ₪191 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car rental cost in Port Charlotte?

    A Medium car rental in Port Charlotte costs ₪114 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car rental cost in Port Charlotte?

    A Luxury car rental in Port Charlotte costs ₪326 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Port Charlotte?

    Main roads in and around Port Charlotte are generally spacious and well-maintained. This means that choosing a larger or a standard-size vehicle is ideal for driving in Port Charlotte. If you plan to explore along the coast or drive to the wetlands in Myakka River State Park, a larger vehicle may be a sensible option. Larger cars, like an SUV, give you good height off the road in case of flooding. The off-road capability will also make it easier to explore certain rural areas.

  • What is the speed limit in Port Charlotte?

    When you choose car hire in Port Charlotte, it is essential that you follow local laws and drive according to the speed limit. If you’re driving in a residential area, the speed limit is 50 km/h (30 mph). Meanwhile, on rural roads, the speed limit is between 90-100 km/h (60-65 mph). On urban freeways, you can drive at 100 km/h (65 mph), while on rural freeways the limit is 110 km/h (70 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Port Charlotte?

    When you hire a car in Port Charlotte, you will find plenty of places to securely leave your vehicle. Most parking in Port Charlotte is paid and usually costs around $4-5 (£3-4) for a short stay. Double-parking is not allowed in Florida, but roadside parking is allowed as long as you park on the right and the area is not a marked no-parking zone. It is illegal to leave your keys in a parked vehicle in Florida.

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Avis

8.6

Very good

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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

7.3

2 locations in Port Charlotte

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28000 Airport Road, Unit A8

+1 941 575 7567

Monday08:00 - 23:45
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3351 Tamiami Trail

+1 941 624 2340

Monday08:00 - 23:45
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6.0 Okay

James, May 2026

Intermediate

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The KIA Seltos met all my expectations - cleanliness, cost and the car itself. Rental return was excellent on May 1. Experience getting the vehicle on April 1 was terrible! Took close to an hour to get waited on. No one was at the Budget Rental counter for the longest time. Also never informed this was a Budget rental car and needed to go to that counter.

2.0 Poor

David, Apr 2026

Full-size

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The price was great but the pickup was unacceptable. It was a 2 1/2 hour wait in line at the counter to pick up the car. We missed our dinner with friends because of the wait. I will never use Avis/budget in Punta Gorda again. There was only one person at the counter for the first 2 hours of waiting time.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Standard

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All was great with Avis. The company we went through to get the rental is abit shady.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Compact

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Customer service was not good. Rushed people thru without explaining paperwork told to initial everywhere and not explain why. Was charged for extra ins and other th things I would have never agreed to normally the agent would ask if you want these extras and say no. Called after getting my receipt and that customer service was also rude. Will not use avid again

4.0 Mediocre

Lori, Feb 2025

Premium

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Long wait for car. Told to search in lot that our car wasnt in only to find it back at the entrance. Frustrating experience. No staff outside to help nor with drop off either

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Full-size

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Great customer service and the rental car that I used was perfect!

1 out of 4

Hertz

8.2

Very good

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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.5

One location in Port Charlotte

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3109 Tamiami Trail #4

+1 941 625 0976

Monday08:00 - 23:45
Tuesday08:00 - 23:45
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2.0 Poor

Dan, Feb 2026

Compact SUV

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Hertz did not have cars. This is kayaks fault too.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Standard SUV

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It was great

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size SUV

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Amazing experience due to the Hertz staff at check in and check out

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Full-size SUV

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Tampa airport hertz was the worst experience i have ever had during a rental

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2022

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Friendly helpful staff

10.0 Wonderful

Barbara, Dec 2021

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Convenient to home, ready on time

1 out of 4

Budget

7.1

Good

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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.3

2 locations in Port Charlotte

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28000 Airport Road, Unit A8

+1 941 575 1218

Monday08:00 - 23:45
Tuesday08:00 - 23:45
Wednesday08:00 - 23:45
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Friday08:00 - 23:45
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3351 Tamiami Trail

+1 941 255 9037

Monday08:00 - 23:45
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Intermediate SUV

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I had a pretty frustrating experience with Budget. The pickup process was extremely slow—it took about 30 minutes to get my car, even though there were only two people ahead of me in line. That felt unnecessary and poorly managed. Drop-off wasn’t any better. The location was confusing and not clearly marked, which made returning the vehicle more stressful than it should have been. To make matters worse, I was charged $22.06 for gas even though I made sure to fill up the tank right before returning the car. That was really disappointing and felt unfair. Overall, not a great experience. I’d think twice before renting from Budget again.

10.0 Wonderful

Micheal, Apr 2026

Minivan

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It was everything I wanted and needed

2.0 Poor

bgstar77, Apr 2026

Intermediate SUV

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This is the worst counter for car rental. I waited over 2 hours in a long line of about 25-30 people to finally get my rental car which was supposed to be a mid size SUV and was a cross-over size. The employees working had zero sense of urgency and zero customer service skills. In fact a customer asked what the hold up was and both employees responded rudely and one threatened to walk out and then no one would get their vehicles and called all the customers rude.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Pick up lady was super friendly. Drop off guy was equally as nice.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Minivan

KAYAK
Long lines but customer service was very helpful. Need better signs for drop off location at the airport. Overall great experience. Thank you!!!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Compact

KAYAK
Had a long wait time to get in line for the car pickup at PGD airport, about 55 minutes.

1 out of 23

Thrifty

5.5

Fair

One location in Port Charlotte

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3109 Tamiami Trail

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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3 locations in Port Charlotte

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2021 Tamiami Trl

+1 941 467 3749

Monday08:00 - 23:45
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Sunday00:00 - 00:00

28000 A-1 Airport Road

+1 941 205 5015

Monday08:00 - 23:45
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
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4509 Tamiami Trl

+1 941 235 7630

Monday08:00 - 23:45
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Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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6.0 Okay

marnie, Feb 2026

Full-size

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I reserved a full size and got a smaller car. The exterior was not clean, had scuff marks and a very poor paint touch-up job. The inside smelled stale- like lingering smoke. I went with Hertz expecting better quality but did not receive it. But pick-up and drop-off was easy.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Compact

KAYAK
I didn’t receive a copy of my receipt online and the car was in need of service on the brakes. I did like the check in process being fairly quick after traveling. The return was easy and straightforward, with no issues.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I use enterprise all the time because of the quality of the vehicles, and the great service.

1 out of 6

National

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One location in Port Charlotte

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28000 A-1 Airport Road

+1 941 205 5015

Monday08:00 - 23:45
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 23:45
Thursday08:00 - 23:45
Friday08:00 - 23:45
Saturday08:00 - 23:45
Sunday08:00 - 23:45

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