Avis Car Rental
Middletown, PA 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

Harrisburg Intl Airport

Additional Travel Information

The Avis Car Rental counter at Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) is conveniently located right in the baggage claim area. Once you’ve picked up your keys, your MDT car rental will be parked just outside the building. From the Harrisburg International Airport rental cars lot, it’s about a 20- to 25-minute drive to Harrisburg, the state capital of Pennsylvania.

Many travelers to Harrisburg are of the political ilk, coming here to lobby the state government. But official business isn’t the only thing to do around here. Located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Harrisburg boasts many scenic walking trails along the tranquil Susquehanna River. City Island park, located in the middle of the river, is a popular destination for pedestrians. It’s home to a carousel, small shops, a miniature golf course and a minor league baseball team.

Visit Restaurant Row for local fare ranging from casual meals to lavish fine dining. If you’ll be visiting over a weekend, call ahead to secure a reservation at popular restaurants.

If you’re not a visiting politico, be sure to visit the State Capitol Building anyway. Completed in 1906 for $13 million, the Pennsylvanian-themed sculptures, stained-glass windows and murals in this “palace of art” were handcrafted by local artisans. Roosevelt called it “the handsomest building” he ever saw, and it isn’t hard to see why.

But first things first: a great deal on quality Harrisburg car rentals, and you won’t find a better selection than you will at Avis. From compact airport car rentals to luxury vehicles for “official visitors” and everything in between, you’ll be well taken care of by the professional staff at Avis. And don’t forget to accelerate your travel experience with Avis Preferred, a complimentary membership that allows you to skip the line and go straight to your car.

Additional Location Information

AFTER-HOURS RETURNS

• Park & lock the car. Place the completed contract & the keys in the key drop box. 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.