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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Lansing
- Make the most of your time in Lansing by renting a car to help you get around the bustling city with ease. Public transportation may be a cheaper alternative, but it is less flexible. You may also have to wait a long time to catch a bus. Using a taxi can be convenient although it often turns out to be more expensive. Renting a car from one of the car rentals in Lansing will help you explore several attractions in and around this charming city, like the iconic Michigan History Center located in Downtown Lansing, and the Waterloo State Recreational Area, located 48 miles from Lansing.
- Capital Region International Airport has multiple rental car agencies. The Lansing car rentals customer service counters are located in the terminal across the airport's baggage claim area. There are several car rental companies, including Avis, Hertz, Budget, National, Sunnycars, Eagle Rent A Car, and Enterprise, with spaces within walking distance of the terminal.
- A great way to take in Lansing's scenic beauty is by driving around. Expect to encounter some heavy traffic, especially during rush hour, which tends to make navigating challenging. However, most car rentals in Lansing stock cars that come fitted with a navigating system to help you find your way with ease. Be sure to drive slowly during the winter months to avoid skidding and watch out for roadwork and jaywalkers, who do not adhere to road use rules.
- Lansing normally has light traffic, except during the morning rush hour, which is between 7:30am-8am and 4:30pm-6pm, especially on the west and east sides of town. You are likely to get stuck in slow-moving traffic if you use the 1-496, which gets congested during rush hour from all the people driving from Downtown Lancing. If this is the case, you can opt for less congested roads like Michigan Avenue. Winters in Lansing can be severe, which makes driving difficult due to icy and slippery roads, so be sure to leave early for your destination.
- Book your car hire in Lansing at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate car hire in Lansing are around 13% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about car hire in Lansing
What type of car is recommended for driving in Lansing?
Because of Lansing's harsh winter conditions between January and March, SUVs and four-wheel drive vehicles are more suitable, as they make navigating in thick snow and slippery icy roads easier. Renting a compact luxury car is ideal for exploring the city's attractions during the summer months.
What’s the speed limit in Lansing?
If you are driving in a residential area, by a school, or in most areas within the city limits, especially in parks and work zones, you need to maintain a speed limit of 25mph. When driving on the highways and freeways in the city's outskirts, you should maintain a speed limit between 55mph and 75mph. There are traffic cameras at various intersections, with some on interstate 1-96 and 1-496, so be sure to adhere to traffic rules.
Where are the best places to park in Lansing?
Lansing has plenty of parking lots, garages, and on-street parking sections where you can safely park your vehicle. The Albert Avenue Garage is a convenient place with ample parking space that charges $1.50 for 2h. For other affordable parking options, you can leave your car at the North Grand Ramp for $3 for 2h or the City of Lancing Lot 50 at $36 per month. The city has a modernized parking system to make it easier for you to find parking spaces.
How much is the price of fuel in Lansing?
The average price of fuel in Lansing is £3.10 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £37 and £50, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Lansing?
Intermediate (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Lansing.
How can I find car hires near me in Lansing?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Lansing?
An Intermediate car hire in Lansing costs £58 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Lansing?
A Mini car hire in Lansing costs £74 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Lansing?
An Economy car hire in Lansing costs £53 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Lansing?
Most car hire providers in Lansing offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Lansing, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Lansing car hire reviews and directory
Avis
7.7
Good
32 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.2
2 locations in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
2601 E Michigan Ave
+1 517 333 7963
4100 Capitol City Boulevard
+1 517 323 9132
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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the woman who checked mo out was friendly ad gave me a new suv.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was very friendly and efficient.2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
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After I paid to reserve online Avis called and said they had no cars available. I was still charged. Please refund.5.6 Fair
Jul 2020
Pros:
The staff was friendly and the car was clean.Cons:
The staff failed to mention that when I ran my debit/credit card at check in that they were required to run it as a debit even though it literally has a MasterCard logo on it??? I had over 6k in the bank ready for the trip and at the last minute my car reservation is declined? Thanks for that :/ Due to this failure, I had to have my son (who has an "actual credit card" according to the staff) drive from Detroit to Lansing to re-rent a vehicle for the trip. When he arrived, and we went back, they had given my car to someone else and stated that all they had left were something like a Geo Metro. A Geo Metro??? Seriously??? Sigh... So, we made a new reservation and asked if they had anything in the same size of larger. They said we have a Mazda3 but it's $7.00 more a day. So, I paid the extra $70 and renter that car instead. So, the $400 plus price i'd already paid for the reservation that was lost, but the price was mysteriously still available. Sigh... I got the car and then seen I only had a little over half a tank of gas? So, went and filled up the car. Additionally, it looked like moisture had gotten behind the instrument window and was so fogged I could barely see the mph gage. Overall, it was a frustrating experience in comparison to the previous 4 visits when I had rented from the exact location, it went smooth as glass! I rarely write this type of review but hopefully, someone else doesn't make the same assumptions I did and have to go through this experience.7.6 Good
Jul 2020
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The car looked like it had been through an infestation of bugs before I picked it up. Windshield was dirty from bugs and the front of the car was infested with dead bugs. The interior was dirty and dusty. I had to clean the car before leaving on my trip. Once cleaned the car ran extremely well and was very fuel-efficient.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2020
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The staff was very helpful. I appreciate the upgrade I received when the vehicle I thought I was getting wasn’t quite road ready. Thank you!Budget
6.8
Okay
62 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
7.0
2 locations in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
2601 E Michigan Ave
+1 517 337 3158
4300 Capital City Boulevard
+1 517 323 2916
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2022
8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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Staff was the best!...provided special arrangements to accommodate our late arrival needs, which was much appreciated...can't say enough positive things about them!4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2021
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The rental counter was closed when our flight arrived. Our reservation was for 8pm. Rental counter closes at 7...on a Friday night...when there were reservations and flights still coming in. Poor practice to operate like this. We were only one of many from our flight in the same situation. We had to cab to the hotel and back again in the morning. There was also no snow brush/scraper in the car which was covered in snow and ice when we we picked up the car the next day. The car smelled of heavy smoke. Overall miserable experience.6.0 Okay
Feb 2021
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Staff was friendly and helpful.Cons:
I wanted to drop the car I rented off in a different site than I picked up from. The fee was ridiculous!6.0 Okay
Jan 2021
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The Budget facility was convenient and workers were helpful.Cons:
The vehicle had a strong smoke odor, not very clean, and some interior trim pieces were broken. Both of the passenger side grab handles were loose or held on by only one screw.Hertz
8.1
Very Good
6 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
7.9
One location in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
4100 Capital City Blvd
+1 517 321 1445
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6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Have the van there, I might get one today2.0 Poor
Apr 2017
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Everything10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2021
3.9 Poor
Aug 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.8
Okay
16 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.8
4 locations in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
2311 E Michigan Ave
+1 517 374 2880
4100 Capitol City Blvd
+1 517 703 8060
6001 South Cedar Street
+1 517 394 5575
7200 W Saginaw Hwy
+1 517 627 8717
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
Pros:
It wasn't the locations fault. The staff was friendly.Cons:
I reserved a car online through a discount dealer. So I blame them, really. It allowed me to make the reservation when in fact the location only had minivans left. The minivans would have cost an additional (approximately from memory) $150 or something. I couldn't afford that. Also this location was only accepting credit cards - no debit cards or cash.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Staff was very friendly and pick up/drop of was quick and easy!Cons:
Only thing that could have been better would be the option to extend the rental online.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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They didn’t actually have a car available for me to rent.2.0 Poor
Jul 2017
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Rented online for Enterprise pick up at the airport. Arrived and Enterprise said we booked at another location, we were a bit confused. The biggest perk from Kayak was pick up and drop off at the airport. Enterprise did not have a shuttle to the different location. We chose another rental car agency at the airport because it was cheaper than the car rental at Enterprise with the added taxi cost to and from new location. Disappointed with both Kayak and Enterprise.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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Easy Pick Up Easy Return9.2 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Cons:
It took a while to get the car. I think they were having computer issues.National
4.4
Mediocre
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Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
4.6
One location in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
4100 Capitol City Blvd
+1 844 868 8509
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Easirent
4.6
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
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Eagle Rent A Car
No score available yet
One location in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
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VIPCars Recommendation
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One location in Lansing
Locations in Lansing
4100 Capitol City Blvd, Lansing, , USA Michigan
+1 914 368 0091
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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When to book a car hire in Lansing
Car hire insurance in Lansing
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Lansing car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Lansing.
Deductible
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Lansing car hire.