Car Rental at Colorado Springs Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar
$113.96
per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla
or similar
$126.61
per day
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar
$139.30
per day
Compact
Kia Soul
or similar
$142.95
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Standard
VW Jetta
or similar
$134.06
/ per day
Luxury
Cadillac XTS
or similar
$201.41
/ per day
Premium
Ford F-150
or similar
$201.64
/ per day
Compact
Nissan Versa
or similar
$117.25
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 03:00 on 2022-05-16. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
USD
Country code
1
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
72 - 120 km/h
45 - 75 mi/h
Speed limit within town
40 - 120 km/h
25 - 75 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is the second-busiest airport in Colorado after Denver International Airport. It serves the city of Colorado Springs as well as the rest of southern Colorado.
With many sites to see in the southern part of the state, including Pikes Peak, the town of Durango, and Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado Springs can serve as the perfect entry point for a summer vacation. It is a much smaller airport than Denver International and much easier to get in and out of. So if planning a trip to southern Colorado, you should certainly consider flying into COS rather than Denver.
Though most of the state’s ski resorts are more conveniently reached from Denver, two are within decent driving distance of Colorado Springs. Those are Ski Coop and Monarch Mountain, both located west of the city.
Main airlines
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, and United Airlines are the only carriers that serve the airport.
Terminals
COS only has one terminal. Though that terminal has two concourses, only one has ever been used commercially. There are 12 gates that are in use.
Location
The airport is located roughly 10 miles southeast of downtown Colorado Springs. The drive usually takes about 20 minutes.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $134 per day
- Medium cars - from $119 per day
- Vans - from $186 per day
- Premium cars - from $201 per day
- Small cars - from $116 per day
- SUVs - from $240 per day
Car rental desks
All of the car rental agencies have desks located in the baggage claim area.
Services and facilities
Though the second-busiest airport in the state of Colorado, Colorado Springs Airport is not large. It, however, has all of the services and facilities one would expect of an airport.
There is one lounge, the Mortgage Solutions Financial Premier Lounge. It is a membership-based lounge but is also available to most airline program members.
There is a Visitor Information Center in the baggage claim area with friendly volunteers that provide information about both the airport and the Colorado Springs Area.
There is a cluster of hotels just outside the airport. Most of these provide a free shuttle service to and from the airport. This is useful for an early morning flight as you could return your rental car the night before and use the shuttle to get to and from the airport.
There is a taproom of the local Bristol Brewing Company landslide in addition to Novo Coffee and a marketplace. The rest of the restaurants are located airside. These include the fast-food options of Pizza Hut Express and Quiznos. There is also a full-service restaurant. With just one concourse, all travelers have access to every food and retail outlet at the airport.
Nearest gas station
If coming from either direction on I-25, the nearest gas station on the way to the airport is a Loaf ‘N Jug on Drennan Road which is right off the parkway leading to the airport.
If instead, you are traveling south along CO-21 to reach the airport, there is a Conoco station just before you reach Astrozon Blvd.
Airport info
Colorado Springs Airport (COS)
- IATA: COS
- ICAO: KCOS
- Name: Colorado Springs Airport (COS)
- Size: Large Airport
- Distance from City: 6 miles / 9.7 km SE of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: 719-550-1972
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Colorado Springs Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Colorado Springs Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Colorado Springs Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Colorado Springs Airport is July when prices for an Economy class start from $67.62. You can see that this is < 1% cheaper than the yearly average and < 1% cheaper than renting a car in July (when rental prices start at $67.62 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Colorado Springs Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in January the average rental period is 8 days, while in September, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at Colorado Springs Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Colorado Springs Airport in June, while the fewest number of travelers rent in February.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar | Mazda 3 | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Dollar | VW Jetta | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
FAQ
Will I have to take a shuttle to get my rental car?
No, all the rental desks are in the baggage claim area and the rental cars themselves are just outside the terminal.
Can I travel with the car to Utah, New Mexico, and Arizona?
Yes, you can almost always take a car rented at COS to the surrounding states. Be sure to confirm this in the rental conditions or with the supplier just in case, though.
How old do I have to be to rent a car in Colorado?
You have to be at least 21 years old to rent a car in Colorado. If you're under 25, you'll have to pay a Young Driver Fee as well.
Can I drive the car on an unpaved road?
No, almost all rental suppliers forbid taking their cars on unpaved roads. Doing so will void the rental agreement and any coverage you may have.
Top 7 Suppliers at Colorado Springs Airport in 2022
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$114 - $211
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7770 Milton E Proby Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80916
$132 - $212
Budget
+17195971271
7770 Milton E Proby Parkway
$139 - $363
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Hertz
7192203357
7770 Milton E Proby Pkwy
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+18664342226
7770 Milton E Proby Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80916
Avis
+17195962751
7770 Milton E Proby Parkway
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