Car Rental at Sanford Airport

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- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Orlando Sanford Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Sanford Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Sanford Airport
- Car rental statistics
- Top 8 suppliers at Sanford Airport in 2025
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

Sanford Airport is usually called Orlando Sanford Airport as though it is in Sanford, it primarily serves as an airport for low-cost carriers (namely Allegiant Air) serving Orlando.
While Sanford is a nice small city, it is not a tourist draw in and of itself. Most passengers arriving at SFB transit on to either Orlando or in some cases, to the coast (namely, the Daytona Beach area).
Top international routes
- Edmonton
- Winnipeg
- Ottawa
- Montreal
- Toronto
- Halifax
Main airlines
SFB is a base for Allegiant Air, and the airline has connections with cities across the US. Flair and Swoop Airlines fly to and from cities in Canada.
Terminals
There is only one terminal at SFB; however, there are three concourses in said terminal.
Location
Orlando Sanford Airport is located about 5 miles south of downtown Sanford. Downtown Orlando is roughly 25 miles away via 417 (and slightly further away if using I-4). Disney World is almost 50 miles away. Finally, Daytona Beach is roughly 45 miles to the northeast. Be prepared for significant traffic whichever direction you head, but particularly in Orlando.
Most popular types of rental car
- Small cars - from €65 per day
- Medium cars - from €66 per day
- SUVs - from €46 per day
- Large cars - from €36 per day
- Premium cars - from €111 per day
- Vans - from €129 per day
- Convertibles - from €146 per day
Car rental desks
All of the suppliers at SFB have rental offices just outside of the airport's terminal. It is a short walk after baggage claim to reach the rental car lots.
Services and facilities
SFB has multiple shops, most of them after you pass through security. There are two coffee shops, a bar, and three restaurants serving classic American fare. The airport also has a Dunkin Donuts and a Cinnabon. The airport has a lounge (the Royal Palm lounge) if you happen to have a Priority Pass or Dragon Pass.
Nearest gas station
When coming from either Orlando or Daytona Beach, you will likely use Florida Highway 417 to get to the airport. When exiting at Lake Marry Blvd. there is a Circle K station. If using the previous exit (Airport Blvd.) there is a Chevron station on the way to the airport.
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Top 20 locations near Orlando Sanford Airport
- Orlando Int. Airportfrom €9.07 per day39.3 km / 24.42 miles away
- Orlando (Downtown)from €44.46 per day41.3 km / 25.66 miles away
- Hyatt Regency Orlando Hotelfrom €56.07 per day45.1 km / 28.02 miles away
- Daytona Beach Airportfrom €36.11 per day48 km / 29.83 miles away
- Disney Car Care Downtownfrom €73.18 per day54.1 km / 33.62 miles away
- Melbourne International Airportfrom €44.46 per day94.6 km / 58.78 miles away
- Gainesville Regional Airportfrom €34.08 per day142.9 km / 88.79 miles away
- Tampa Airportfrom €8.50 per day155.1 km / 96.37 miles away
- St. Pete–Clearwater Airportfrom €40.88 per day171.7 km / 106.69 miles away
- Jacksonville Airportfrom €35.82 per day195.9 km / 121.73 miles away
- Sarasota–Bradenton Airportfrom €35.59 per day200.8 km / 124.77 miles away
- Punta Gorda Airportfrom €40.88 per day219.5 km / 136.39 miles away
- Southwest Florida International Airportfrom €34.33 per day254.3 km / 158.01 miles away
- Palm Beach Int. Airportfrom €19.81 per day258.4 km / 160.56 miles away
- Fort Lauderdale Executive Airportfrom €62.44 per day305.4 km / 189.77 miles away
- Fort Lauderdale Port Evergladesfrom €56.72 per day318.1 km / 197.66 miles away
- Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood Airportfrom €5.66 per day319.1 km / 198.28 miles away
- Miami International Airportfrom €7.72 per day344.4 km / 214 miles away
- Miami Intermodal Centerfrom €17.82 per day345.1 km / 214.44 miles away
- Miami South Beachfrom €40.37 per day347.2 km / 215.74 miles away
Map of top car rental locations





When to book at Sanford Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Sanford Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Sanford Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
Cheapest monthFebruary | Most expensive month December | ||
Average price €44 | A good deal €61 | Cheapest supplier Dollar | Cheapest car type Large cars |
€37
in January
€28
in February
€35
in March
€33
in April
€32
in May
€36
in June
€42
in July
€31
in August
€38
in September
€48
in October
€29
in November
€54
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Sanford Airport is February — when rental costs average €28.04 per day. This is 36% cheaper than the yearly average and 48% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average €53.98 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.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Sanford Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Sanford Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in March, while they are least likely to rent in in July.
1.7 times in January
2.7 times in February
2.9 times in March
2 times in April
0.8 times in May
0.6 times in June
0.1 times in July
0.3 times in August
0.2 times in September
0.4 times in October
0.2 times in November
0.4 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Sanford Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in September the average rental period is 11 days, while in April, the average rental period is only 5 days.
7 days in January
7 days in February
6 days in March
5 days in April
6 days in May
7 days in June
5 days in July
6 days in August
11 days in September
9 days in October
7 days in November
7 days in December
Car rental information
🔥 Popular suppliers | Dollar, Enterprise, Alamo, National, Budget |
🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Small cars |
🤑 Lowest price | €36 per day |
👛 Cheapest supplier | Dollar |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Dollar | Mazda 3 | 2 | 2 | Large car |
Dollar | Ford Focus | 3 | 2 | Medium car |
Dollar | Honda CR-V | 5 | 3 | SUV |
Dollar | Chevrolet Malibu | 2 | 2 | Large car |
Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUV |
Dollar | Honda Civic | 4 | 2 | Large car |
Dollar | Volkswagen Jetta | 2 | 2 | Large car |
Dollar | Chevrolet Spark | 2 | 1 | Small car |
Dollar | Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 3 | SUV |
Dollar | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Sanford Airport
Car rental statistics
Top 8 suppliers at Sanford Airport in 2025






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