Brussels Airport Car Rentals Guide

SIXT Brussels Airport (BRU) operates an on‑site arrivals counter and rental parking that serves international and domestic travellers arriving at Zaventem. The branch supplies a wide fleet mix — economy cars, family SUVs, premium and executive models, minivans and electric/hybrid vehicles — plus add-ons such as GPS and child seats for local, regional and one‑way trips.

Address

Arrival Hall, Brussels Airport (BRU), 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

SIXT counter is located in the Arrivals / Car Rental area on Level 2 (arrivals hall) of Brussels Airport (Zaventem). After collecting baggage, follow signs to the car rental desks and turn right toward the car rental counters; SIXT is at the end of the hall on the left and visible via 'Car Rental' signage. To return a vehicle follow A201 and the airport 'Car Rental Return' signs to the rental parking; if returning outside opening hours (23:00–06:30) park in any available SIXT spot and drop keys in the SIXT Keybox located to the left of the parking office/check‑in zone.

Europcar operates a staffed car rental desk in the Arrivals (Arrival Hall) at Brussels Zaventem Airport, offering a broad fleet of cars, vans and trucks plus premium and electric/hybrid models for leisure and business travellers. The station supports short- and long-term rentals, one‑way hires across Europcar stations, and a range of optional extras (GPS, child seats, additional drivers and protection packs).

Address

Leopoldlaan 1, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

From the airport Arrivals level follow the signs for 'Car Rental / Car Hire' to the Arrival Hall rental desks; the Europcar counter is in the Arrivals/Customer Service area. After paperwork, vehicles are typically collected from the adjacent rental car park next to the terminal. For returns follow airport signage to the car return / rental car park area and use the Europcar return/after-hours drop box if returning outside staffed hours (confirm with the station on arrival).

Enterprise operates a staffed arrivals counter at Brussels Zaventem (BRU) with on-site vehicle handover from an adjacent car park. The branch offers a wide fleet — economy cars, SUVs, people carriers, vans and premium vehicles — and supports services such as one-way rentals within Belgium, additional drivers, child seats and GPS.

Address

Leopoldlaan, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

Step 1: After arrival, go to the Arrivals Hall and complete your rental agreement at the shared Enterprise/Alamo/National counter on the right-hand side. Step 2: Proceed down the escalators on your right to level 0, exit the terminal to the left toward the parking building and follow the 'Enterprise' signs to the Enterprise car park. A team representative will meet you there to hand over the keys and guide you to your vehicle. For after-hours returns: park in the designated Enterprise spaces at the rental office, lock the vehicle and place keys in the drop box on the rental counter (vehicles inspected the next business day).

Alamo operates an on-site counter at Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) with vehicle collection from the nearby rental car park. The location offers a broad fleet and supports Accelerated Check-in to speed pickups. Skip the Counter and self-service kiosk are not available at this location. One-way rentals are permitted within Belgium at no extra charge.

Address

Brussels Airport, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

From the terminal arrivals hall follow signs to the Enterprise/Alamo/National rental counter (on the right-hand side). After completing your rental agreement at the counter, proceed down the escalators on the right to level 0, exit the terminal left toward the parking building and follow the ‘Enterprise’ signs to the Alamo car park; a representative will meet you there to hand over the keys and direct you to your vehicle.

Hertz Brussels Airport (BRU) operates a staffed rental desk inside the terminal and offers a broad vehicle selection including compact cars, family SUVs, premium/luxury sedans, hybrids and electric vehicles. The branch handles reservations, vehicle collection and return services for leisure and business travellers visiting Brussels and nearby cities such as Ghent and Antwerp.

Address

Brussels Airport - Zaventem, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

The Hertz desk is located inside the terminal building on the Arrivals level (Level 2) near the cluster of car rental counters; follow airport signage for 'Car Rental'. After completing paperwork at the desk, a shuttle bus transfers customers to the car park to collect their vehicle. For returns, return the vehicle to the Hertz car park and take the shuttle back to the terminal.

Thrifty operates a car rental desk serving Brussels Airport (BRU) travelers, offering economy, family, SUV, van, truck and premium/luxury vehicle groups along with electric and hybrid vehicle options. The location provides standard airport pickup/drop-off services, optional equipment (GPS, child seats) and customer assistance at the arrivals/car-rental desk for short- and long-term hires.

Address

Brussels Airport (BRU), 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

From the terminal arrivals level follow signage for 'Car Rental' / 'Car Hire' to the car rental desks in the Arrivals hall. The Thrifty counter is located in the airport car-rental/arrivals area; after completing the desk formalities you will be directed to the vehicle collection area (on-site car rental centre or designated lot). If vehicles are stored off-site a complimentary shuttle will be provided — follow the rental-counter agent’s instructions on arrival. For returns, follow signs to the rental-car return area; after-hours returns may be accepted using the terminal/lot key-drop procedures shown on your rental agreement.

UFODRIVE operates a 24/7, app-driven, all‑electric self‑service rental bay at Brussels Airport (P1 VIP carpark), providing keyless pickup and touchless returns via the UFODRIVE mobile app. The location serves arriving air travellers and local customers in Brussels and the surrounding region with premium electric vehicles (Tesla and other premium EVs) and charging included.

Address

P1 VIP Carpark, Brussels National Airport (Brussels Airport - BRU), 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

UFODRIVE bay is located inside the Interparking P1 VIP carpark (VIP Parking, P1) close to the terminal. From Arrivals, cross the road toward the VIP carpark entrance, follow signs for VIP Parking (P1) and stay in the left lane; after the barrier follow signage to the VIP gate and take the lift/ stairs one level up to the VIP reception. Enter the VIP carpark and the UFODRIVE bay (UFObay) will be directly in front of the VIP reception where the vehicle will be waiting.

Avis operates an on‑terminal rental desk at Brussels Airport (BRU) with vehicle collection from a nearby rental car park. The location offers a broad fleet (economy through luxury, people‑movers/vans and many hybrid/electric options where available) plus services such as Avis Preferred preassignment, roadside assistance, and flexible short- and long-term hires.

Address

P30 Level 3, Brussels Airport, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

The Avis rental counter is located in the Arrival Hall of Brussels Airport (BRU). After baggage claim, follow signage to the car rental desks in Arrivals; the Avis office is a short walk from the terminal with the Avis car park a brief walk from the desk. Avis Preferred customers may proceed directly to the parking lot to their preassigned vehicle; for after‑hours returns use the secure key drop box at the location. If you require pick‑up, call the location in advance to arrange the service.

Budget operates a rental desk inside the Arrival Hall at Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU), offering economy, family and business vehicle groups including sedans, SUVs and passenger vans, with select electric and hybrid options at participating locations. The location supports common Budget add-ons (GPS, child seats, additional drivers), one-way rentals where permitted, and after-hours key-drop returns; vehicles are collected from the adjacent car park a short walk from the arrivals area.

Address

Arrival Hall, Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU), 1930 Zaventem, Belgium

Directions

From baggage claim/Arrivals, follow signs to the Car Rental / Rental Desks in the Arrival Hall. The Budget counter is inside the terminal (Arrival Hall) — after completing paperwork at the counter, the assigned vehicle is located in the adjacent car park within a short walking distance; Avis/Budget Fastbreak or app preassigned vehicles may allow you to go directly to the car park to collect keys. For after-hours returns use the secure key drop box at the rental counter and leave the rental paperwork in the vehicle. A complimentary pick-up service may be available only by prior arrangement with the location; off-airport Budget locations cannot pick up passengers at an airport that has an on-site Budget location.