Car Rental at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport
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Cheapest car rental rates
Compact
Ford Focus or similar
$48.53 per day
Economy
Kia Rio or similar
$59.98 per day
Full-size
Toyota Camry or similar
$61.97 per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or similar
$68.60 per day
Most popular car rental deals
Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Ford F-150 or similar
$70.23 per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
$71.88 per day
Full-size Elite Regular Cab Pickup
Ram 2500 or similar
$63.39 per day
Luxury
Audi A4 or similar
$85.68 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 2:31 AM on 7/9/25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$66 per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 112 km/h or 55 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Airport travel guide
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is actually located in Elgin but serves as a gateway to the central part of the Emerald Coast, popularly known as the “Redneck Riviera.”
These days, parts of the Emerald Coast have been developed into luxury resorts and communities. The region is ever-growing in popularity and is visited year-round. It’s both a fisherman’s and sunbather’s dream destination.
You won’t find as many attractions as you would in Pensacola or Panama City, but you will find plenty of sand to park your beach chair on.
Be aware that federal regulation currently required wearing a face covering at all times while at the airport.
Main airlines
The low-cost airlines Allegiant and Southwest serve the most destinations from VPS. Delta, American (and its regional brand American Eagle), and United Express also fly to and from it.
Though it is a smaller regional airport, there are direct flights from as far away as Denver, Chicago, and Boston. Other large cities with direct flights are Atlanta, Charlotte, Baltimore, Nashville, Houston, and Dallas.
Though it is a smaller regional airport, there are direct flights from as far away as Denver, Chicago, and Boston. Other large cities with direct flights are Atlanta, Charlotte, Baltimore, Nashville, Houston, and Dallas.
Terminals
There is only one terminal at VPS, though there are two concourses.
Location
As mentioned above, VPS is located in Elgin on the northern edge of Choctawhatchee Bay. Its location makes it convenient for reaching Fort Walton Beach, Desti, and the barrier islands along the central part of the Emerald Coast.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $49 per day
- Medium cars - from $49 per day
- Premium cars - from $69 per day
- Small cars - from $51 per day
- SUVs - from $53 per day
Car rental desks
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport being a small airport makes picking up a rental car a breeze. All of the rental car desks are located right across from the baggage claim area. You’ll be in and out in almost no time!
Services and facilities
There are all the usual services and facilities you would expect of an airport of its size. There are convenience shops, restaurants, and such in case you are hungry or want to buy a drink before your flight.
There are 2 ATMs, one near baggage claim and the other in the departures area. Wifi and family restrooms round out the amenities offered.
There are 2 ATMs, one near baggage claim and the other in the departures area. Wifi and family restrooms round out the amenities offered.
Nearest gas station
It’s easy to find a gas station when returning to the airport unless you’re coming from the north along State Road 85.
When coming from Fort Walton Beach, there will be a Tom Thumb and a BP station on your right on Elgin Parkway.
When coming from the east, there is both a BP and an Exon station on Jonh Simms Parkway just a few miles from the airport.
When coming from Fort Walton Beach, there will be a Tom Thumb and a BP station on your right on Elgin Parkway.
When coming from the east, there is both a BP and an Exon station on Jonh Simms Parkway just a few miles from the airport.
Airport info
Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
- IATA: VPS
- ICAO: KVPS
- Name: Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
- Distance from city: 1 miles / 1.6 km
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Map of car rental locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport is October — when rental costs average $26.29 per day. This is 51% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average $89.14 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in October the average rental period is 34 days, while in September, the average rental period is only 2 days.
Average number of rental days at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in April, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
Monthly searches at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Large cars, Premium cars, Vans |
| Lowest price | $49 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Dollar |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar | Honda CR-V | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Mazda CX-5 | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Mazda 3 | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Jeep Renegade | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Chevrolet Malibu | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | 4 | Vans |
| Dollar | Chevrolet Malibu | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Ford Explorer | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Honda Civic | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Alamo
8.8 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Budget
7.3 / 10
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$66.28
Lowest daily price
$48.53
Total cars available
173
Top 7 suppliers at Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport in 2025
8448417823
STATE ROAD 85,
$62 - $136
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:59
Tue:
07:00 - 23:59
Wed:
07:00 - 23:59
Thu:
07:00 - 23:59
Fri:
07:00 - 23:59
Sat:
07:00 - 23:59
Sun:
07:00 - 23:59
+18506780210 / +18337401724
1701 FL-85 N, Eglin AFB, FL 32542
$63 - $131
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:59
Tue:
07:00 - 23:59
Wed:
07:00 - 23:59
Thu:
07:00 - 23:59
Fri:
07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
Sun:
07:00 - 23:59
National
+18448417824
1701 FL-85 N, Eglin AFB, FL 32542
$64 - $147
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:59
Tue:
07:00 - 23:59
Wed:
07:00 - 23:59
Thu:
07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
Sun:
07:00 - 23:59
Hertz
+18506510612
1701 FL-85 NORTH, Eglin AFB, FL 32542, United States
$64 - $147
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:30
Tue:
07:00 - 23:30
Wed:
07:00 - 23:30
Thu:
07:00 - 23:30
Fri:
07:00 - 23:30
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07:00 - 23:30
Sun:
07:00 - 23:30
Dollar
+18664342226
1701 STATE ROAD 85 NORTH
$49 - $95
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:30
Tue:
07:00 - 23:30
Wed:
07:00 - 23:30
Thu:
07:00 - 23:30
Fri:
07:00 - 23:30
Sat:
07:00 - 23:30
Sun:
07:00 - 23:30
Avis
+18506510819
Eglin Air Force Base
$62 - $141
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:00
Tue:
07:00 - 23:00
Wed:
07:00 - 23:00
Thu:
07:00 - 23:00
Fri:
07:00 - 23:00
Sat:
07:00 - 23:00
Sun:
07:00 - 23:00
Budget
+18506513765
Eglin Air Force Base
$60 - $117
Working hours
Mon:
07:00 - 23:00
Tue:
07:00 - 23:00
Wed:
07:00 - 23:00
Thu:
07:00 - 23:00
Fri:
07:00 - 23:00
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07:00 - 23:00
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07:00 - 23:00
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