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Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
$69.19
per day
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Kia Soul
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Automatic
5
A/C
4
$72.60
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Nissan Rogue
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Automatic
5
A/C
4
$93.54
per day
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$95.68
per day
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Nissan Altima
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Automatic
5
A/C
4
$96.76
per day
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Automatic
7
A/C
4
$89.80
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Automatic
5
A/C
4
$94.36
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Automatic
7
A/C
5
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport info
- Top 7 locations near Albert J. Ellis Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Albert J. Ellis Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 3, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 5 suppliers at Albert J. Ellis Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$91 per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
56 km/h
or
35 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–112 km/h
or
55–70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.83 per liter or $3.14 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.74 per liter or $2.80 per gallon
Highest gas price
$0.88 per liter or $3.33 per gallon
Airport info
Name
Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)
IATA
OAJ
ICAO
KOAJ
Overall rating
8.4 / 10
Getting to the airport
8.7
Check-in and departures
10
Terminal facilities
10
Wi-Fi
10
Restaurants and car rental services
6.0
Lounge
6.0
Top 7 locations near Albert J. Ellis Airport
- Coastal Carolina Regional Airportfrom $69.19 per day58.2 km / 36.16 miles away
- Wilmington International Airportfrom $69.19 per day68.7 km / 42.69 miles away
- Fayetteville Airportfrom $62.70 per day118.5 km / 73.63 miles away
- Raleigh–Durham International Airportfrom $63.26 per day158 km / 98.18 miles away
- Piedmont Triad International Airportfrom $63.26 per day254.1 km / 157.89 miles away
- Charlotte/Douglas International Airportfrom $59.05 per day307.2 km / 190.89 miles away
- Asheville Airportfrom $63.26 per day453.2 km / 281.61 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Alamo
264 ALBERT ELLIS AIRPORT RD,
B
Budget
264 Albert J. Ellis Airport Rd, Richlands, NC 28574
C
Enterprise
264 ALBERT ELLIS AIRPORT RD, RICHLANDS, 28574
D
Avis
264 Albert Ellis Airport Rd
E
National
264 State Rd 1265, Richlands, NC 28574
When to book at Albert J. Ellis Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Albert J. Ellis Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Albert J. Ellis 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 monthJanuary | Most expensive month June | |
| A good deal $83 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day at Albert J. Ellis Airport
$53
$26
$0
$30
in January
Jan
Feb
$45
in March
Mar
Apr
May
$48
in June
Jun
Jul
$31
in August
Aug
$43
in September
Sep
Oct
Nov
$37
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Albert J. Ellis Airport is January — when rental costs average $29.97 per day. This is 23% cheaper than the yearly average and 38% cheaper than renting a car in June (when prices average $48.10 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 Albert J. Ellis Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car at Albert J. Ellis Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in March, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
Monthly searches at Albert J. Ellis Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
1.9
0.9
0
0.9 times in January
Jan
Feb
1.7 times in March
Mar
Apr
May
0.9 times in June
Jun
Jul
0.9 times in August
Aug
0.9 times in September
Sep
Oct
Nov
0.9 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Albert J. Ellis Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in December the average rental period is 16 days, while in March, the average rental period is only 2 days.
Average number of rental days at Albert J. Ellis Airport
18
9
0
7 days in January
Jan
Feb
2 days in March
Mar
Apr
May
3 days in June
Jun
Jul
8 days in August
Aug
6 days in September
Sep
Oct
Nov
16 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Alamo, Budget |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, SUVs, small cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $69 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo | Toyota Corolla | 2 | Large car |
| Budget | Toyota RAV4 | 4 | SUV |
| Alamo | Mitsubishi Mirage | 2 | Small car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 3, 2026)
Prices are lowest during January, starting at $30 for an Economy car and highest in June, when economy cars start at $48. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Albert J. Ellis Airport is March, while the least popular month is January.
Albert J. Ellis Airport hosts: Alamo, Enterprise, Budget, National, Avis. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Albert J. Ellis Airport support after-hours returns. Park in the designated return area, lock the car, and drop the keys in the secure drop box. Take timestamped photos of the car's condition after parking to protect yourself.
Usually, yes, if the desk is open. You may be charged for extra hours if you pick up significantly earlier. Rental desks at Albert J. Ellis Airport typically operate from 08:00-22:30.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Alamo (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Avis (rated 8.2 / 10)
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
$91
Lowest daily price
$69
Total cars available
128
Top 5 suppliers at Albert J. Ellis Airport in 2026
Alamo
8.6
Very Good
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
9.0
$93–$294
per day
264 ALBERT ELLIS AIRPORT RD,
8448688190
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-22:30
Tue
08:00-22:30
Wed
08:00-22:30
Thu
08:00-22:30
Fri
08:00-22:30
Sat
08:00-22:30
Sun
08:00-22:30
Enterprise
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
$92–$295
per day
264 ALBERT ELLIS AIRPORT RD, RICHLANDS, 28574
+19103244856
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-22:30
Tue
08:00-22:30
Wed
08:00-22:30
Thu
08:00-22:30
Fri
08:00-22:30
Sat
08:00-22:30
Sun
08:00-22:30
Budget
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.5
$69–$215
per day
264 Albert J. Ellis Airport Rd, Richlands, NC 28574
+19103241869
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-21:30
Tue
08:00-21:30
Wed
08:00-21:30
Thu
08:00-21:30
Fri
08:00-21:30
Sat
08:00-21:30
Sun
08:00-21:30
National
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
$96–$296
per day
264 State Rd 1265, Richlands, NC 28574
+18448557204
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-22:30
Tue
08:00-22:30
Wed
08:00-22:30
Thu
08:00-22:30
Fri
08:00-22:30
Sat
08:00-22:30
Sun
08:00-22:30
Avis
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
$71–$279
per day
264 Albert Ellis Airport Rd
+19103243321
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-21:30
Tue
08:00-21:30
Wed
08:00-21:30
Thu
08:00-21:30
Fri
08:00-21:30
Sat
08:00-21:30
Sun
08:00-21:30
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