Avis Car Rental
Hailey, ID Hours and Location

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Company Overview

Avis Car Rental and its subsidiaries operate one of the world’s best-known car rental brands with approximately 5,500 locations in more than 165 countries. Avis has a long history of innovation in the car rental industry and is one of the world’s top brands for customer loyalty. Avis is owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR), which operates and licenses the brand throughout the world.  

Quick History

Founded in 1946 by Warren Avis (who sold his interest in 1954), Avis was the first company to rent cars from airport locations. The company grew rapidly during the 1950’s through franchised and corporate-owned expansion. In 1963, Avis introduced the award-winning “We try harder®” campaign and the tagline remains the company’s rallying cry even today. Ten years later, Avis launched its innovative Wizard system, the company’s proprietary reservation technology. Avis changed ownership multiple times in the 70’s and 80’s, becoming employee-owned in 1987. That same year, Avis introduced the Roving Rapid Return, a handheld computer terminal allowing customers to bypass the Avis counter. Two years later, the company launched Avis Cares® a program aimed at promoting renter and employee safety. In 1996, HFS Incorporated acquired Avis, which was then spun off as a separate public company, all but the franchising rights, Wizard system, and reservation operations. In 2000, the company introduced Avis Interactive, the first Internet-based reporting system for commercial accounts in the car rental industry, which was significantly enhanced and re-launched in 2006. In March 2001, Cendant Corporation purchased all of the outstanding shares of Avis Group Holdings and later that year moved its world headquarters to Parsippany, NJ. In 2006, Cendant Corp. separated into four independent companies: Realogy, Wyndham Worldwide, Travelport and Avis Budget Group, Inc., which is now the parent company of Avis Car Rental. In 2011, Avis Budget Group acquires Avis Europe plc. The transaction re-unites Avis Budget Group with its licensee for Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

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Location

Friedman Memorial Airport

Additional Travel Information

Avis Car Rental is located right inside Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN), so picking up one of our Hailey airport car rentals is simple and convenient. Plus, you can accelerate your travel experience with Avis Preferred, a complimentary membership that allows you to skip the line and go straight to your car.

Hailey, Idaho, is encircled by lots of lush nature, so whether you’re in town on business or planning to escape into the surrounding Sawtooth National Forest, do it right in a quality SUN car rental. The area is known for the natural hot springs found throughout the mountains just beyond the city limits. There are several to choose from in the Sawtooth National Forest alone. Soaking in these relaxing mineral pools against a backdrop of spectacular mountain and river views is the perfect way to unwind after a day of meetings.

Entertaining clients? Zou 75 serves everything from succulent sushi to steaks and sea bass. To work up that appetite, there are 32 miles of paved biking paths for cycling, and the Wood River Valley is great for hiking. You can also enjoy a multitude of winter sports—from skiing to snowmobiling.

No matter where you go while you’re in Hailey, Avis’s selection of Friedman Memorial Airport rental cars will ensure you’re driving in the ideal vehicle for your particular trip. For the best deals on airport car rentals, choose Avis every time.

Additional Location Information

AFTER-HOURS RETURNS

• Park & lock the car. Place the completed contract & the keys in the key drop box at the Avis counter inside the terminal. The terminal doors are locked from 11:30 PM to 5:00 AM so cars cannot be returned during that time. Remember to take your personal belongings with you.

PREFERRED SERVICE

• Proceed to the Avis counter in the baggage claim area. Show your driver’s license to receive your preprinted rental document and keys. Rental cars are parked outside the baggage claim area.

*GENERAL DIRECTIONS*

• AIRLINE PASSENGERS
  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.