Book Dollar car rental
Dollar keeps things simple and prices for travellers who want a reliable vehicle without paying for a premium counter experience. Its network is weighted towards airports rather than neighbourhood branches.
Rental brand
DL
USA / GlobalWhat Dollar is known for
Affordable airport rentals and a no-frills process that suits travellers who know what they want.
Tends to suit
- Airport arrivals
- Value seekers
- Straightforward trips
Vehicles and categories
Practical mainstream vehicles across the common categories, with fewer premium or speciality options than the higher-priced brands.
The counter is where value brands tend to offer add-ons. Decide on insurance and fuel options before you arrive and the process is much faster.
Popular Dollar pick-up points
Locations our customers ask about most. Coverage changes, so we confirm your branch and its opening hours before booking.
- Cancun Airport
- Las Vegas
- Orlando
- Phoenix
- Miami
- Los Angeles
Before you book
These apply to every rental company, Dollar included, and they are where most unexpected charges come from.
What you need to collect a car
A full driving licence held for the operator's minimum period, a payment card in the main driver's name for the security hold, and photo ID or a passport when renting abroad. Some countries also ask for an International Driving Permit alongside your home licence.
How insurance and excess work
Rentals include basic cover with an excess - the amount you are liable for if the car is damaged. You can reduce it at the counter, through a separate policy, or sometimes through your own credit card. We explain the options; the choice stays yours.
Fuel policies
Full-to-full is usually the fairest: you collect a full tank and return it full. Prepaid fuel only pays off if you return the car close to empty. We tell you which policy applies before you book.
Driver age and extra drivers
Drivers under 25 often face a young-driver surcharge and are restricted from larger or premium categories. Additional drivers must be registered and usually carry a daily fee. Tell us who is driving and we will price it properly.
How to request a Dollar car
Use the search above to set your pick-up point, dates and collection times, then send the request. Tell us the group size, how much luggage you have and who is driving. Our team checks what is available, confirms the total including extras, and only then arranges the booking. No payment is taken on this website.
Dollar questions
Are there queues at the airport counter?
At busy arrival times, often yes, and value brands are frequently housed in off-terminal centres. We will tell you where the desk actually is and how you get there.
What is a security hold?
Rental companies place a temporary hold on your card for the excess and fuel. It is not a charge, but it does reduce your available balance until released after return.
Can I pay with a debit card?
Policies vary by brand, country and branch, and many require a credit card in the main driver's name. We check this before booking because it catches people out.
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