AVIS Car Rental at Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, or the Tullamarine Airport, has the official code of MEL, and is located approximately 23 km, or 14 miles from the city center of Melbourne. It is the second largest airport in Australia, with just over 32 million passengers, and mainly serves domestic passengers on flights to other nearby airports. However, Melbourne Airport is also international, and serves around five million passengers to and from international locations per year. This airport is one of four in the region, and was opened in 1970 to replace the nearby Essendon Airport. Car hire companies, such as Avis, are present at Melbourne Airport to provide rented cars for arriving passengers, and Avis is a popular choice for their reasonable rental rates.

The Melbourne Airport car hire companies are found on the ground floor of the short term parking lot, and the rented cars are parked nearby. Passengers will be mainly arriving on the ground floor of one of the terminal buildings as well. Three terminals at the airport are used for domestic traffic, one of which is dedicated to budget airline carriers, and one terminal building is for all international traffic. Although Avis has a large fleet of vehicles for hire at this airport location, passengers are recommended to arrange their vehicle in advance of their arrival, from Avis’ website at www.avis.com. Online, passengers will find all the information they require regarding Avis’ vehicles, as well as the terms and conditions set for this rental location.

When collecting a vehicle from Avis Melbourne Airport, the primary renter, and all additional drivers listed on the rental agreement should be present, and be able to show a valid drivers license from their country of residence. The drivers license must have been held for at least a year prior to the rental date, and should be written in English. If the license is printed in a foreign language, an International Driving Permit will be required as well as the national driving license to serve as a translation document. At Melbourne Airport, 21 is the minimum age requirement for the majority of vehicle categories, however, certain larger or specialty type vehicles may have a higher age requirement. A young driver surcharge is also applicable for drivers between the ages of 21 and 24.

The primary renter is liable for all the costs of the rental period, and in Australia, may pay by debit or credit card. If a debit card is used, the full rental charges must be available at the time of rental, and Avis will place a hold on this amount. Once the vehicle is returned, Avis will release any unused portion of the amount. Major credit cards accepted by Avis include American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa, as well as Avis Charge Cards. Primary renters are also advised to arrange suitable insurance for the rented car.

Although many customers will be leaving from Melbourne Airport once their stay in the city is complete, and will return their vehicle to this Avis rental location, there are cases when customers find a one way hire to be more convenient. A one way hire allows the car to be collected from Melbourne Airport, but then to be delivered after the rental period expires to another rental location, either in Melbourne, or in a different town or city. Keep in mind however, that Avis Melbourne Airport vehicles are not permitted to be driven to Western Australia, or into the Northern Territory. Cars may also not be taken on the ferry between the mainland and Tasmania.

Vehicles from Avis include the Hyundai Getz in the Economy and Compact categories, which are very fuel efficient and easy to drive, the Mitsubishi Lancer as an Intermediate vehicle and the Holden Commodore as a Full-size vehicle. Intermediate and Full-size vehicles may be more suitable for families, as they offer more interior space and room for luggage than a Compact or Economy. There are also station wagons available, such as the Holden Commodore Wagon. Another vehicle category popular among many passengers is the Hybrid Eco Friendly, featuring vehicles such as the Toyota Camry Hybrid, and Premium vehicles provide a more elegant ride for business professionals. Premium, Luxury and Prestige vehicles may be similar to the Holden Calais, Holden Statesman and Holden Caprice V8.

Many of Avis’ vehicles have an automatic transmission, and it is this type of car that is used for disabled customers who have requested the use of hand controls from Melbourne Airport. Hand controls are used by individuals with a lower limb deficiency, and are rented free of charge from Avis. The airport of Melbourne is also fully equipped for the arrival of mobility reduced passengers. Additional vehicle categories available from Avis include Full Size Van, Full Size 4 Wheel Drive and Intermediate All-Wheel Drive. A Full Size Van will seat up to eight passengers, and store five or more luggage items. These vehicles are similar to the Hyundai Imax. The SUV's are similar to the Mitsubishi Pajero GLS and the Toyota RAV4.

Avis, at Melbourne Airport, will be able to provide all further details regarding their car rental services at this airport location. They are open from 05:00 to midnight, every day of the week.

Address: Tullamarine Airport
Arrivals Drive
Melbourne, VI, 3045, AU

Telephone Number: +61 (03) 8855 5333