Thrifty Car Rental - Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Category: Car rental agency in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Address: 1 Arrivals Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA

Phone: +18772830898

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–10PM

Monday: 7AM–10PM

Tuesday: 7AM–10PM

Wednesday: 7AM–10PM

Thursday: 7AM–10PM

Friday: 7AM–10PM

Saturday: 7AM–10PM

Reviews

Edwin Otero

Oct 26, 2022

Very bad service how can you rent cars that you doing have and make everybody wait 2hours for a car no good. Never againg

Nicole Monjauze

Oct 25, 2022

We have the booking and came in for work. The primary on the car rental was my co-worker and I was told I should put myself on there as an additional driver so I told the woman who checked us in. The only thing she did was say I'll take your driver's license and it's a very end of the car rental she said sign here. So I did do you know what that woman did? She doubled the charge. So now instead of paying $450 my company has to pay $900 simply because she said nothing to me. I find that to be so underhanded and unbelievable what a terrible business practice she didn't say read the big long contract she said nothing about the price. What is even worse is we were only doing it just in case I needed to drive I never drove. I expected there to be some kind of small surcharge but to double the cost of the rental and the insurance for 5 days is incomprehensible. What's worse is it was all done at my work. So my recommendation is if you need to rent a car for work you do it elsewhere if you have more than one driver this is as underhanded and fraudulent scheme as I have ever seen. And when our admin assistant tried calling she was told nothing we can do because I signed. So apparently Thrifty has no problem with this practice.

Steve Becker

Oct 22, 2022

Unbelievable. Arrived At 9:00pm. Line was 30 deep with one counter person. Then two came out and One left. The employees were so slow. There was not one bit of urgency. They didn’t care ther people were waiting ove an hour. . Finally did the paperwork and then waited outside for another 20 minutes. They had to switch out my car because of low tire pressure. Worst car rental experience ever. And I prepaid Just what I needed after flying across country all day. Thanks thrifty for that experience. Is that the kind of experience you want your customers to have. How would you like to deal with this pitiful operation Now an hour drive. Here’s what’s in store for you. Well I had a photo of the chaos in the line but no way to post it. F you thrifty.

Saura Moore

Oct 17, 2022

This. Place. Is. A. Nightmare. What can I say that hasn't already been said? Long wait for the shuttle. Loooong line once you get to the place. No sense of urgency, or even care for the people waiting. I've definitely learned my lesson. Read the reviews before agreeing to rent a car. And you clearly get what you pay for. There's a reason that renting a car from here is inexpensive.

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Questions & Answers

Can I rent a car with debit

The Life Of RealVocalz | Oct 28, 2019
Janice | Oct 27, 2021

Do I néed a gas or light bill?

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Can i rent a car with my wife creditcard and my license

Tracy Griggs | Oct 28, 2018
Devin Harvey | Oct 28, 2018

It would probably be easier to rent the car with her. Have her complete the transaction ans add you as a co-driver.

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How much is young security deposit

Rodney Bruce | Oct 28, 2018
Ruth Anderson | Oct 28, 2018

I think it may be $350 but I'm not sure.

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I'm renting a car for a day trip. A few of us will be meeting at the car rental. Is there a place for us to park our cars for the day while we use the rental?

Roseann Vanella | Oct 27, 2020
Tom Bowman | Oct 27, 2020

Yes, but if some friends live near each other - consider carpooling to the extent it makes sense... 🏎

Do I have to pay the whole agreement if I returned early ?

Elias Delgado | Oct 27, 2020
Joseph Benson | Oct 27, 2020

Great question. Ask Thrifty directly.

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Do i have to have a credit card to rent a car

C gunna Gunna | Oct 28, 2018
Obinna Ohanugo | Oct 28, 2018

Yes

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Can I rent a car with debit card

Vanessa Williams | Oct 28, 2018
chavonne washington | Oct 28, 2018

Not if you're a local. You have to have a returning flight out of phl and we also do a soft credit check with debit cards.

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I rented a car at PHL Can I drop it off at Trenton Mercer airport?

mani venkataramana | Sep 29, 2022
Alex Machado | Oct 6, 2022

Yes, just inform the return location at the time of rental.

If I return before they open at 7, how do you get to the airport?

Janell Duke | Sep 27, 2022
Catherine Hasselberger | Sep 27, 2022

Go to hertz rent a car they can help you they are open 24 hrs

Can I rent a car with a MasterCard debit card?

Tim McKee | Jun 29, 2022
Tasha M | Jun 29, 2022

Yes, like everyone but they are going to hold a deposit depending on what kind of card.

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What’s the latest you can pick up a car

Jessica Torres | May 30, 2022
Tasha M | Jun 29, 2022

I think they are open till 10pm

When renting a car in Pennsylvania, is it better to purchase your own Easy Pass (toll pass) or pay for the toll pass at the Thrifty agency? How much is the toll pass @ Thrifty? I have tried calling with this question, but can't get a real person!

houstongal43 | May 30, 2022
Divine T | May 30, 2022

I am renting a car this weekend and found out that it's 16.00 per day for their EZ pass. No extra fees. I hope this helps.

iMy return flight from the Philadelphia airport is 6:30 am. Is the car rental return open at 4:00 am and is there a shuttle available to take me to the airport upon return of the rental car?

Dona Corbin-Rogers | Mar 31, 2022
George Young | Mar 31, 2022

I believe it is 24 hours, but you should contact them directly to verify

MY HUSBAND HAS A CREDIT CARD AND LICENSE AND CASH AND A DEBIT CARD AND I HAVE A LICE NSE AND I WANT TO DRIVE HE SHOULD NOT DRIVE

ANITA RAY | Oct 27, 2021
Nina F | Oct 27, 2021

What is your question?

Do I need a light or gas bill?

Janice | Oct 27, 2021
Nina F | Oct 27, 2021

I wasn't asked about a light or gas bill. But, You need to have insurance of your own or it will cost you big time.

Can I rent a car with a learner's permit?

Cassandra Webster | Oct 27, 2020
Andrew Monath | Oct 27, 2020

I don't think so.

Can young drivers that are under 21 and over 18 rent from here?

lashona sullivan | Oct 27, 2020
Markey Woods | Oct 27, 2020

No

how often does shuttle go to the airport

William Boulier | Oct 28, 2019
Patti Ruffo | Oct 28, 2019

Every 10-15mins

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how often does a shuttle come to the airport on a Saturday morning? What is the phone number to call for one if ti is not there?

Norma Steiner | Oct 28, 2019
Wayne Brown | Oct 28, 2019

Wasn't my experience. Staff was helpful and friendly. I departed on a Sunday morning, airport terminal was hectic. Sent passengers to wrong TV line. However, was on the spot. Bus Waited for me to process return of ticket. Slowed down to pickup possible passenger not at stop yet. Arrival was just as smooth. I imagine the Rental Agency Gods were with me.

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If I Specialty cars am I able to choose what I want to get since their is no specific car to get

Kyree R | Oct 28, 2019
Kay Imani M'rie | Oct 28, 2019

I believe you can request the type of car (compact, midsized, etc), but not a specific car model/make.

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Can you rent a car using a debit card?

Nicole Jackson | Oct 28, 2019
Kay Imani M'rie | Oct 28, 2019

Yes, you can. They swipe it as credit.

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Can I rent a car with just a major debt card

Antwan Duncan-el (Nutee) | Oct 28, 2019
Y Robinson | Oct 28, 2019

For Thrifty I think you have to have some sort of travel itenary like a roundtrip flight or train ticket because when I first rented a car from them I wanted to only use my debit card but they said I needed a major credit card for the security hold but at the end of the rental I could use my debit card for payment. Payless rental allows you to rent a vehicle with a debit card however the security hold amount is higher. Also check with Enterprise. I was able to rent a car there with just a debit card but that was back in 2010. If all else fails you can download the TURO app and rent a car. It's basically regular people looking to make extra money by renting their own vehicles out without the need of a credit card or a security deposit. Hope this helps..

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Hé can i rent a car using a debit card if I’m not a traveler and I live in Philly ?

abdou khellaf | Oct 28, 2019
Steve Morrison | Oct 28, 2019

They need to contact your bank etc. to get some type of approval. When I was there over Christmas, they didn't have a card reader/ approval ability that would let you use your debit card as a credit card.

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Can I pay cash for extra day when I return rental?

Linda Davidson | Oct 28, 2019
Damita | Oct 28, 2019

Yes you can just let them know that's what you want to do

Can you renr vehicle same day

Ivory Shelton | Oct 28, 2019
Arlene Greene | Oct 28, 2019

Yes

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I only have a bank card Is it good enough to rent a car?

Mimmo Cefariello | Oct 28, 2019
SINGARAJ VENKATAPATHY RAJA | Oct 28, 2019

Yes you can.

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I need a job, do you have position for me?

Favour Fadaka | Oct 28, 2019
Walter Ski | Oct 28, 2019

Thrifty doesn't monitor Google maps

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Can i use my debit card

Kelly Stanton | Oct 28, 2018
Sarah Smith | Oct 28, 2018

Yes, but you loose some perks. If you have a visa card, they only hold a small security amount (really small amount). If you use your debit card it's a few hundred on hold. It's the corporate policy, not the location that makes the rules.

what is a pay pass?

sharon Zaffiro | Oct 28, 2018
chetan chheda | Oct 28, 2018

It's good to have so your toll gets deducted and you can pass quickly it's like a toll card

what's the charge to add a second driver?

Kristina Naclerio | Oct 28, 2018
Linda Davidson | Oct 28, 2019

How can I Can a location directl

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CAN I USE MY DEBIT CARD

Abu Mansaray | Oct 28, 2018
Yev | Oct 28, 2018

You will need your airline tickets showing that you are flying on the same day you return the car if using a debit card.

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It says their hours are 1230a-530a. If my plane is delayed and I arrive past closing, do I have to wait until 530 am to get the shuttle and rental?

Anona Cote | Oct 28, 2018
Sarah Smith | Oct 28, 2018

I just found out (as I was dropping off a car) this location closes at midnight. I don't recall the time they open. I would also suggest calling the location directly because the toll free number has given me incorrect information in the past.

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Is there a shuttle to/from the airport?

Greg Warner | Oct 28, 2018
Hugo Sanchez | Oct 28, 2018

Yes, although Thrifty has only 1 shuttle bus compared to the other rental places.

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I need a car for only four days out of every week. Do I still havevto provide proof of my own liability insurance.

Rachel Morrison | Oct 28, 2018
jacqueline mcleod | Oct 28, 2018

Yes

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What do I need to rent a car from your company?

Felicia Carr Shepherd | Oct 28, 2018
Timothy Clark | Oct 28, 2018

Credit card or debit

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Can i rent a car with my American Express Serve Card

Tracy Griggs | Oct 28, 2018
Tracey Williams | Oct 28, 2018

The place as a whole is a rip off and they are straight thieves

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can I rent with a debit/visa card

Andria Manning | Oct 28, 2018
Timothy Clark | Oct 28, 2018

Yes

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Do they take cash down

Thomas Wheeler | Oct 28, 2018
Robert Kirtland | Oct 28, 2018

Please call Thrifty. I believe no is the answer

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Can i rent a car with my bank card and license

Tracy Griggs | Oct 28, 2018
Rick Schneider | Oct 28, 2018

Probably but they will put a $300-$1000 hold on your checking account funds while you rent the car which stinks

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