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Richmond Intl Airport (RIC)
Address:
1 Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr,
Richmond,
VA,
23250,
United States
Phone:
(1) 804-222-7416
Location Type:
Corporate
Hours of Operation:
Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM; Mon - Fri 6:30 AM - 12:00 AM; Sat 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.
Where is Avis at the Richmond, VA, Airport?
Proceed to the Avis counter in the baggage claim area. Rental cars are parked outside the baggage claim area.
WALK-UP RENTERS
Follow airport signs for "Arrivals" or "Baggage Claim". They will lead to the baggage claim area entrance. Proceed inside to locate the Avis counter. Rental cars are parked outside the baggage claim area.
Lock the vehicle and place the keys in the key drop box for After Hours Returns located in the return area. Don't forget to remove all your belongings from the vehicle prior to returning the keys.
A vehicle that is returned after hours will be checked in when the location opens the next business day. If returning after hours when a location is closed, the customer is responsible for the vehicle until the satisfactory check in of the rental vehicle the next business day.
Richmond Airport Rental Car Return
Need to drop off a Richmond Airport car rental? Avis handles pickups and drop-offs in the same location. As you approach the airport, just follow the signs for rental cars. We’ll get you checked out quickly before your flight.
RIC Airport Car Rental Information
As one of our country’s oldest cities, Richmond, Virginia, is a beautiful place with an incredible mix of rich history and trendy neighborhoods. You’ll have seemingly limitless things to see and do while you’re in town, so you'll want to book a great car rental at the Richmond, VA, airport to do it all.
Visit Avis Car Rental at the Richmond airport to save time and money on transportation. Our Richmond International Airport car rentals are convenient and affordable for people who want to quickly get on the road. Check out the Avis app to explore all your rental car options at the Richmond International Airport.
One-Way Rental Availability, Including to Other Avis Richmond Locations
Long-Term Rental Availability
Variety of Economy and Luxury Vehicles
What Cars Are Available to Rent at Richmond International Airport?
Find the perfect RIC car rental, check your rates, and see vehicle availability by submitting your rental dates and times into the reservation form near the top of this page.
Van Rental
Choose a minivan or 12- to 15-passenger van rental if you’re headed to Kings Dominion with your kids or to a conference with a business group.
SUV Rental
An SUV is the best choice for those making a visit to Shenandoah National Park or the Appalachian Trail.
Long-Term Car Rental
Staying in Richmond for more than a few weeks? Choose a monthly car rental to make your transportation even more convenient and affordable.
Luxury Car Rental
A luxury SUV, muscle car, sedan, or sports car will make your time heading from historic Monticello to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts even more memorable.
Sedan Rental
Made for convenient parking and ideal gas mileage, a sedan car rental is perfect for city driving and road trips.
Rent a Car and Explore Richmond
After you pick up your car rental at the Richmond, VA, airport, don’t forget to visit these top destinations!
Local Attractions
Maymont: Tour the gardens, take the kids to the petting farm, and explore unique exhibits and treasures at this mansion-turned-museum.
American Civil War Museum: Visit this landmark to learn more about the Civil War, see permanent and changing exhibits, and explore Richmond’s role in the war.
Virginia Holocaust Museum: This world-class museum examines the history of World War II and the Holocaust, featuring the personal stories and struggles of survivors.
Richmond International Airport Travel FAQs
Yes, using a car to get around Richmond, VA, is recommended. While the city is reasonably walkable, having a Richmond Avis rental car allows you to explore the city at your leisure. A car is especially useful if you plan to explore attractions beyond the city. (Source)
The airport in Richmond, VA, is considered to be a medium-sized airport according to the FAA. The airport has the capacity to handle 225,000 operations annually, but it averages about 105,000. The airport typically attracts about three million visitors every year. (Source)
The best months to visit Richmond, VA, are generally April through June. Alongside pleasant weather, you’ll discover fewer crowds because colleges are less busy during this time due to summer break. However, if you don’t mind the crowds, fall and winter are also excellent times to visit. (Source)
Going straight from the airport to downtown Richmond, the total trip is about six miles. When you use one of our Avis rental cars, you can expect to be in downtown Richmond in about 15 minutes—depending on the time of day and traffic. Getting downtown is a straight shot when following I-64. (Source)
Yes, you can rent an SUV at the RIC airport. Richmond and its surrounding areas is a great place to visit with family or a group of friends, and an SUV rental makes it easy to travel comfortably as a group. At Avis, we have different SUVs available for rent. Book an Avis car rental at RIC today to find the SUV for you.