Avis Car Rental
Bellingham, WA 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

Bellingham Intl Airport

Additional Travel Information

Planning a trip to Bellingham? This once thriving coalmining town is now a popular destination for business travelers, Canadian shoppers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Situated on Bellingham Bay with foothills to the North Cascades just beyond its city limits, Bellingham is picturesque. You’ll want to see as much as you can, and there’s no better way than in the comfort of your own BLI car rental.

Conveniently located on-site at Bellingham International Airport in the baggage claim area, Avis Car Rental offers a wide selection of Bellingham International Airport rental cars ready to go as soon as you are. Whether you’re here on business or on a well-deserved break, we’ve got the ideal vehicle for your itinerary. Need extra legroom or space for sports equipment? Choose a spacious luxury car or SUV from the Signature Series. Just in and out of town on business? Have a look at an eco-friendly hybrid or compact, ideal for city driving and parking. In a hurry? Accelerate your travel experience with Avis Preferred, a complimentary membership that allows you to skip the line and go straight to your car.

If you’re an avid skier, Mt. Baker Ski Area is sure to already be on your list. Located in Whatcom County, this resort has the longest season in the state of Washington, and holds the world record for most amount of snowfall in one season.

Airport car rentals are essential for getting you where you need to go comfortably and efficiently when you travel. Just arrive and drive with Avis when you get to Bellingham. Airport car rentals can be that convenient.

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 rental counter located just inside the deplaning passengers doorway. Show your drivers license and identify yourself as a Preferred Renter to the Avis rental agent in order to receive your preprinted rental document and keys.

*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
  From I-5, take the 258 exit and follow the signs to the airport. 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.