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Kalispell car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Kalispell

  • Plonked amidst various scenic lakes and beautiful national parks, renting a car in Kalispell is definitely a must to seize the chance and explore not only inner Kalispell and its casinos, but also the breathtaking surroundings encasing the city. Flathead Lake, for instance, is only a 15-minute ride away, and within a 1-3 hours’ drive you can be in the many surrounding refuges and national forests to explore the beautiful scenery of Montana.
  • The Glacier Park International Airport lies about 10 miles north of Kalispell and sports various car hire agencies on the airport grounds, including Avis, Hertz, Alamo, and National. The four agencies are located at the terminal close to the Baggage Claim area, and within approximately 20 minutes travelers can be at the center of Kalispell. There are also further off-site agencies that offer shuttle services to and from the airport.
  • Montana has particularly scenic and breathtaking scenery, but it is also a pitfall when it comes to concentrating while driving. Remember to stay focused and don’t let the wonderful surroundings distract you. Drunk driving and distracted driving are still the most common reasons why accidents are caused here. Make sure to take regular breaks, especially when driving over longer stretches of road, and change drivers regularly if possible.
  • When venturing out of Kalispell to explore the surrounding parks, make sure to adapt your speed to the winding mountain roads, especially in winter. When visiting Kalispell in winter, generally ensure that the hire car is properly equipped and has winter tires attached. Also, if necessary, rent snow chains and carry some snacks, a blanket, and a thermos with you. When driving in Kalispell, also bear in mind that, due to the piled up snow on either side, the streets will be narrower.
  • Book your car hire in Kalispell at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Kalispell car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Kalispell 
Verified travelerAug 2024
Book with Avis, everyone was in line at Avis, the Budget line was empty, not sure why
Verified travelerSept 2023
Driving around Kalispell was straight forward. A very easy city to navigate and most drivers are courteous.
auroraJune 2023
EASY TO DRIVE IN KALLISPELL, CLOSE PROXIMITY TO AIRPORT, MANY RENTAL CAR AGENCIES TO CHOOSE FROM
Verified travelerJune 2023
Very easy to rent a car from kalispell
Verified travelerJune 2023
So much has changed there since my last trip. Get a local map.
Verified travelerMay 2023
Driving in Kalispell is wonderful, beautiful views. Beware locals will blow past you on the highways.

FAQs about hiring a car in Kalispell

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Kalispell?

    Opting for a 4-wheel-drive car in Kalispell is definitely a good choice -- and not only in the winter. With gravel roads, winding mountain roads, and wintery conditions all a possible part of the experience, it is better to have a car which provides the essential traction. The SUV is still one of the most popular cars for this area, so opting for one will also make you blend in with the locals better.

  • What’s the speed limit in Kalispell?

    Unless posted differently, 25 mph is allowed to be driven within the city of Kalispell, but, especially during the cold months, it is imperative to adjust your speed and slow down considerably. On some highways, drivers can go up to 80 mph, but some also only permit 70 mph, so check the signs on the right-hand side.

  • Where are the best places to park in Kalispell?

    There are various possibilities for parking in Kalispell, from metered on-street parking to parking garages and lots. When parking on the street, always read the signs for time restrictions and prices, though usually fees apply Monday to Saturday between 9am and 9pm. Alternatively, there are also parking garages and lots available in the city or at the airport.

  • What is the best car hire company in Kalispell?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Kalispell are Dollar (9.3, 53 reviews), Alamo (8.5, 57 reviews), and Avis (8.4, 51 reviews).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Kalispell?

    The average price of fuel in Kalispell is $5.26 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $63 and $84, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Kalispell?

    Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kalispell.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Kalispell?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Kalispell?

    An Economy car hire in Kalispell costs $145 per day, on average.

Kalispell car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Dollar

9.6

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.9

One location in Kalispell

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Locations in Kalispell

5506 Hwy 2 West

+1 406 892 0009

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Great experience. Friendly workers. Great value. Only suggestion would be to have better instructions for the shuttle service.

10.0 Wonderful

Yun, July 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The staff was really friendly, and helpful! I would come back because of the cleanliness of cars and nice, welcoming staff.

6.0 Okay

Patrick, June 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The vehicle was not clean and parts were falling off. When this was addressed the response was ho hum at best.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Very accommodating staff- friendly and welcoming. Easy car pick up. Was great!!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Friendly and professional on both pick up and drop off.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly. Car was very nice.

Cons:

A little more info in how the shuttle picked you up and where.

1 out of 11

Budget

8.9

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.5

2 locations in Kalispell

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Locations in Kalispell

2988 Us Hwy 93 South

+1 406 755 7500

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4170 Us Highway 2 East

+1 406 755 7500

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10.0 Wonderful

Lamar, Sept 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Great car

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Super easy and very friendly!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I booked through Kayak and upon arrival at my destination they informed me they didn't accept the payment type I carry. “If you had booked through our website you would have known that.” I was really frustrated and thankful another company had me covered and even price-matched so I wasn't bent over a barrel due to the situation.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Easy to get, drop off.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
No sat nav in car which is a bit strange / cheap

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
Personnel at the Budget booth were great; friendly, talkative, and good-humored. We actually got an upgrade from a VE Jetta to a fairly new Kia Sorrento gratis.

1 out of 5

Alamo

8.6

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

7.9

One location in Kalispell

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4170 Us-2

+1 844 917 0964

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
The price was excellent, and I received a free upgrade to a Jeep Compass. I was able to pick up at one airport, and drop off another. Best rental car experience I've had- I wish they were all like this!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Everything was perfect. The gentleman at the counter was very kind. Very professional pick up. The lady at the counter at drop off was very nice. Very professional. Excellent five star service.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I asked for a full size car, was given a compact SUV, was told that was an upgrade. Negative, the Chevy Malibu I requested has more cubic square feet over all than that compact SUV. We had a wedding party for our daughter's wedding and wanted the space, but I could barely get our luggage in this compact, much less more people with room.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and drop off was easy. Agent even asked if they could have done something to make my rental better. Great Alamo team in Kalispell at FCA.

Cons:

May just be a mountain thing and all cars being parked outside but car was pretty dusty.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

yes and very efficient, no wait time, very nice car , easy return!

Cons:

Nothing

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I was pleased with the car and rental experience.

1 out of 11

Avis

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.0

One location in Kalispell

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4170 Us Highway 2 East

+1 406 257 2727

Monday08:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Premium SUV

KAYAK
Super friendly Avis Rep, made the process easy and quick! He was great, I wish I remembered his name but he had the best people skills!!

10.0 Wonderful

Tammy, June 2021

KAYAK
This location is great, right outside the doors when you land. The folks were friendly and super helpful. Our car was newer, cleaned and on full for our fun hiking trip.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The front desk was super accommodating. Friendly and organized staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

dollar rental was very friendly and helpful. When our flight was delayed Avis would not assure us that we would have a suv to rent.

Cons:

If someone is willing to pay for a suv even though they can't pick it up when planned, they should make sure the suv is there when they get there.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

This was at Glacier National Airport in Kalispell, MT. Made the reservation with Avis because the value was reasonable and they were open at 8 AM when I needed to pick up the car and make it to an appointment. Arrived at 8 AM and two people at the counter, neither of which could rent me the car because they did not work the front desk. They said the person was running late and would be in shortly. Thirty minutes later, the front desk person was still not there. Could not wait any longer so I went to Budget and they had just what I needed and for the same price. Avis lost the rental and a customer.

8.0 Very Good

Kat, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The tires on my rental required filling every other day. As soon as I left the lot, the tire light came on....luckily nothing happened and they didn’t deflate completely but I still feel like this should have been looked at prior to me driving

1 out of 10

Hertz

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.4

Value for money

8.0

One location in Kalispell

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4170 Highway 2

+1 406 758 2220

Monday08:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Barbara, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Customer service excellent. Car had not been cleaned and had little gas. Had to go back inside terminal to report lack of gas.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, June 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Pickup and drop off was exceptionally easy. Front windshield of the car should have been cleaner at pick up.

10.0 Wonderful

Jasmine, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Super friendly staff. Very easy rental and return. One of my better rental experiences.

8.0 Very Good

Ryan, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Pickup took over 1.5 hours. Vehicles were returned late due to travel delays and as a result we were waiting in baggage claim for our car in FCA for over 90 minutes. And had to wait for a second car because of a faulty back seat issue.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, July 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Got car I needed and everything went quick and smooth

Cons:

Nothing

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, June 2023

Passenger van

KAYAK
The van I rented was not available. But the associate I worked with me to rent me two cars for a cheaper price. That came with pros like more luggage space but having two cars was not ideal for my group. Thank you to the associates who did everything in her power to try to solve the van issue for me. Lastly, I did not like that both cars I was given had damage. One had a cracked windshield and the other’s plastic step to get into the car was cracked on the passenger side.

1 out of 2

National

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

6.8

One location in Kalispell

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4170 Us-2

+1 844 917 0965

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, June 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Very easy process, very friendly staff.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2022

KAYAK
The car was nice. The process of getting it was a headache. I did not pick it up through national it changed hands to two other companies before we finally figured out who I was to pick it up from which turned out to be Avis. Due to weather I had to change drop off location. It took forever to get ahold of a representative to make this change. Different ethnicities made it very difficult to understand what they were saying.

3.9 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2021

KAYAK
Waited for an hour and a half to get our car after traveling all day. The office was obviously understaffed, and everyone who asked about the delay was told that it would just be a few more minutes. Vehicle was dirty with trash still in it from the previous renters.

7.9 Good

Anonymous, Aug 2021

KAYAK
Good service. Good pickup and return. Very expensive. We were told there were no cars to rent. So price was high. But there were lots of cars there. We paid far too much.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2021

KAYAK
Easy to work with and upgraded my vehicle when requested.

7.9 Good

Nicholas, Aug 2021

KAYAK
Easy pickup and return

1 out of 2

Payless

8.7

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

8.2

One location in Kalispell

Locations in Kalispell

4170 Us Highway 2 East

+1 406 257 2727

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
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Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Kalispell

Locations in Kalispell

Glacier Park International Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Kalispell

Locations in Kalispell

4170 Us Highway 2 East

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221 travellers who hired a car in Kalispell gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.0

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