Minneapolis Airport (MSP) car rental prices

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Picking up at MSP

Rental center
MSP splits rental pickup by terminal. At Terminal 1 (Lindbergh), counters are on the ground level of the Silver Ramp, reached by an underground tram. At Terminal 2 (Humphrey), they're in the Ground Transportation Center across from the terminal in the Purple Ramp. Either way it's a short walk, not a shuttle ride.
Driving & tolls
Minnesota has no traditional toll roads, but MnPASS express lanes run on I-394 and I-35W for drivers willing to pay for a faster lane with an E-ZPass-compatible transponder. The bigger factor is winter: snow and ice removal is aggressive, but a January deep freeze still slows everything and cuts visibility. Rush hour on I-35W into downtown is the other predictable delay.
Terminals
Terminal 1 (Lindbergh), Terminal 2 (Humphrey)

Good to know before you book at MSP

Suppliers on site
MSP's 12 rental providers, including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National, operate from counters at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Fees that inflate the rate
MSP charges an 11.11% concession recovery fee plus a $5.90 per day rental auto facility charge, on top of Minnesota's 9.2% rental car tax and 5% registration fee.
When prices peak
Travel peaks around Thanksgiving, October's MEA fall-break week, and spring break in March; the calmest period is typically January after the holidays.
Money-saving tip
The light rail connects MSP to downtown Minneapolis and Mall of America in about 20 minutes, where off-airport rentals skip the concession fee and facility charge.

Driving from Minneapolis (MSP)

Expect daytime highs around 28°C in July and around -3°C in January.

Duluth
14 miles, about 28 min by car
Stillwater
33 miles, about 47 min by car

Car rental at Minneapolis (MSP): common questions

Where do you pick up a rental car at Minneapolis (MSP)?

MSP splits rental pickup by terminal. At Terminal 1 (Lindbergh), counters are on the ground level of the Silver Ramp, reached by an underground tram. At Terminal 2 (Humphrey), they're in the Ground Transportation Center across from the terminal in the Purple Ramp. Either way it's a short walk, not a shuttle ride.

When is the cheapest time to book a rental car at MSP?

Prices at MSP move week to week, so there is no fixed answer. As a rule, booking two to three weeks ahead beats the walk-up rate, and midweek pickups are usually cheaper than weekend ones. Compare your exact dates above before you commit.

Do I need to watch out for tolls driving from Minneapolis?

Minnesota has no traditional toll roads, but MnPASS express lanes run on I-394 and I-35W for drivers willing to pay for a faster lane with an E-ZPass-compatible transponder. The bigger factor is winter: snow and ice removal is aggressive, but a January deep freeze still slows everything and cuts visibility. Rush hour on I-35W into downtown is the other predictable delay.

Which car type should I rent at MSP?

For city trips a compact or economy car is usually enough and cheapest. If you are heading to Downtown Minneapolis or Mall of America, size up for the luggage and distance. Compare the rate per car type above before deciding.

Does it cost more to book through CarPriceRadar than going direct?

No. You pay the same price the rental company lists either way. If you book through one of our partner links they pay us a commission, not you, and that is what funds the price tracking.

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