Car Rental Hilo Airport

Before you drive away in your car rental from Hilo Airport, there are some rules and procedures you should be aware of. Keeping these guidelines in mind will ensure you have the best rental experience when you visit the Big Island:

• Upon arrival to pick up your Hilo Airport car rental, ensure your driver’s license is at hand to confirm your reservation. Travelers from abroad, including neighboring countries like Canada, must also present a passport. Additionally, if your license is issued in a language other than English, an international driver’s license is required alongside your standard license.
• Always verify which rental company you booked your car through. No matter which agency handles your car rental, Hilo Airport does not offer shuttle services to transport you directly to your designated rental company, as the car rental locations at Hilo Airport are all within walking distance. You will receive a confirmation number and an email detailing your rental agreement, including all associated costs. Have your booking and pricing information accessible to confirm that all charges are accurate and to avoid incorrect or unwarranted fees. Always check the final total on the screen to make sure it matches what you expected to pay.
• Everyone in your party who will be driving the rental will need to bring their driver’s license and present it at the rental counter.
• Drivers aged 20 to 24 can make car rental reservations; however, they are classified as underage drivers and are subject to additional daily charges. Their choice of rental vehicles will be restricted, and renting cars using a debit card may not be permitted. Conversely, renters aged 25 and above can rent cars without any age-related fees or restrictions.
• Adhere to the guidelines set by your rental agency concerning permitted and restricted driving areas. For instance, many rental companies prohibit driving to the top of Mauna Kea. You can drive as far as the Visitor’s Center.

Hilo is home to breathtakingly beautiful sights. While the car rentals Hilo Airport offers can take you to some incredible areas, you’ll need to keep a few safety rules in mind before taking your rental off the lot.

• Vehicle theft and break-ins are prevalent worldwide, with Hawaii being no exception, especially for convertible rentals, which are particularly prone to such incidents. Always lock your doors when the car is unattended. If you must leave anything in the vehicle, lock it in the trunk.
• Modern rental cars often come with electronic key fobs instead of traditional keys. Protecting these fobs from water exposure is crucial, as moisture can damage them, leading to costly replacements. Moreover, losing or damaging the key fob in a remote location could leave you stranded, requiring you to call for assistance.
• Child seats are mandatory for young passengers who do not meet specific age and size requirements.
• As you navigate Hawaii, you’ll drive along some long, winding, single-lane routes. Pay attention to the minimum speed limit as the law states that you must pull over and allow traffic behind you to pass.
• Funeral processions always have the right of way.
• Hawaii requires drivers to signal turns 100 feet in advance.
• Hawaii has some of the lowest speed limits of any state in the country. They are as follows:
  

  Interstate highways are 60 mph
  Highways range from 45 to 55 mph
  City limits restrict cars to 25 to 45 mph
  School zones are 25 mph.

• You are not allowed to park on sidewalks, and your car must be no further than 12 inches away from the curb.
• Do not double park.

Always adhere to all traffic regulations and show consideration towards the local community. Treating those around you kindly and respectfully will significantly enhance your vacation experience.