Car Rental at MBS International Airport

Airport travel guide

MBS International Airport is also known as Midland–Bay City–Saginaw Airport, Freeland MBS International Airport, and Saginaw MBS International Airport.

Top international routes

• Detroit
• Chicago
• Minneapolis-St. Paul

Main airlines

Delta Connection and United Express

Terminals

The single airport terminal serves all arriving and departing flights.

Location

MBS International Airport serves three cities in the state of Michigan. The airport is about 15 mi (24 km) northwest of Saginaw, about 15 mi (24 km) southwest of Bay City, and about 13 mi (21 km) southeast of Midland. M47-S/Midland Road, Gratiot Avenue, and Michigan Avenue are the main roads connecting the airport to Saginaw. Garfield Road, US-10, and Thomas Street are the main roads connecting the airport to Bay City. Garfield Road, Salzburg Road, Carter Road, and Wilder Road are the main streets connecting the airport to Midland.

Most popular types of rental car

• Small cars - from $60 per day
• Medium cars - from $61 per day
• SUVs - from $69 per day
• Large cars - from $61 per day
• Convertibles - from $122 per day
• Premium cars - from $88 per day
• Vans - from $90 per day

Car rental desks

Many are in the baggage claim area. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.

Services and facilities

Although the airport is quite small, you’ll find a snack bar, vending machines, a newsstand, a convenience store, ATMs, baby changing facilities, pay phones, and a lost and found office. Keep in mind that the airport is open from 4:30 a.m. until the last flight of the day, when it closes for the night. Assistance is available for travelers with reduced mobility.

Nearest gas station

Marathon Gas at 991 Midland Road, Auburn, can be reached in about eight minutes and is open from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m Monday to Thursday, from 5:00 a.m. to midnight on Fridays, from 6:00 a.m. to midnight on Saturdays, and from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Sundays. There are many other gas stations near the airport and on the way to all three cities.

Popular one-way rentals

• Detroit (119 mi / 191 km). By far the largest city in Michigan, Detroit has become a hub for young and brave artists from all over the United States. Many former industrial buildings have been turned into cultural centers, art galleries, and performance venues. The city is also home to famous old neighborhoods such as Corktown, Greektown, and Woodbridge.
• Cleveland (272 mi / 438 km). Located in Northern Ohio on the coast of Lake Erie, Cleveland is something of a hidden gem. The city has plenty for a traveler to enjoy, from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and Great Lakes Science Center to Cleveland Public Art center and the Cleveland Arcade.
• Toronto (301 mi / 484 km). The largest city in Canada, Toronto is a classy place to visit. From a bustling arts scene and diverse neighborhoods to famous old landmarks like the Art Gallery of Toronto and CN Tower, it has something for every visitor. To go from the USA to Canada, you’ll have to cross the international border, so ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit it.