Car Rental at Dane County 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
- Popular one-way rentals
- Airport info
- Top 4 locations near Dane County Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Dane County Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 6 suppliers at Dane County Airport in 2025
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

The capital of Wisconsin, Madison is also one of the Badger state’s most interesting destinations. Known for its lively student life and many cultural institutions, the city is also just a short drive from several of Wisconsin’s most charming natural attractions.
Top international routes
- Chicago
- Minneapolis
- Detroit
- Dallas
- Atlanta
- Denver
- Washington
- Charlotte
- New York City
- Phoenix
Main airlines
Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines, United Airlines, Envoy Air, Frontier, and Sun Country Airlines
Terminals
The single airport terminal serves all departures and arrivals. The terminal building is currently undergoing expansion and modernization.
Location
Dane County Airport mainly serves the city of Madison, Wisconsin, which is about 6 mi (9.6 km) southwest of the airport. International Lane, Packers Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue, Johnson Street, and Gorham Street are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from €62 per day
- SUVs - from €81 per day
- Small cars - from €51 per day
- Medium cars - from €57 per day
- Premium cars - from €91 per day
Car rental desks
All of them are located 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
You’ll find cafeterias, fast food outlets, snack bars, and a full-service restaurant on the upper level of the terminal, a gift shop, a newsstand, a convenience store, and a retail shop selling local products. There are also ATMs, baby changing facilities, a family lounge, a massage salon, a lost and found office, and fax and copy services. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. The wider airport complex includes a public 18-hole golf course, and pet therapy is offered for nervous passengers inside the airport terminal. The airport is fully equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Wheelchairs and special assistance is offered, but you should contact the airport staff at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service.
Nearest gas station
A Kwik Trip gas station at 1625 Stoughton Road, Madison can be reached in about 12 minutes and is open 24/7. While there are other gas stations a bit closer to the airport, travelers give this Kwik Trip the highest rating. There are many other gas stations near Dane County Airport and in Madison.
Popular one-way rentals
- Milwaukee (79 miles / 127 km)
- Chicago (147 miles / 236 km)
- Appleton (108 miles / 174 km)
- Rockford (73 miles / 117 km)
- Green Bay (140 miles / 225 km)
- Minneapolis (270 miles / 435 km)
- Eau Claire (178 miles / 286 km)
- Davenport (163 miles / 262 km)
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Airport info
Top 4 locations near Dane County Airport
- Milwaukee General Mitchell International Airportfrom €64.57 per day119 km / 73.94 miles away
- Appleton International Airportfrom €57.17 per day140.7 km / 87.43 miles away
- La Crosse Airportfrom €68.44 per day175.2 km / 108.86 miles away
- Green Bay-Austin Straubel International Airportfrom €55.08 per day178.2 km / 110.73 miles away
Map of top car rental locations





When to book at Dane County Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Dane County Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Dane County 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 monthOctober | Most expensive month August | ||
Average price €48 | A good deal €75 | Cheapest supplier Avis | Cheapest car type Small cars |
€53
in March
€55
in May
€52
in June
€76
in August
€51
in September
€50
in October
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Dane County Airport is October — when rental costs average €50.15 per day. This is < 1% cheaper than the yearly average and 34% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average €75.66 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 Dane County Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Dane County Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in June, while they are least likely to rent in in March.
0.7 times in March
0.7 times in May
2 times in June
0.7 times in August
1.3 times in September
0.7 times in October
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Dane County Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in May the average rental period is 19 days, while in August, the average rental period is only one day.
15 days in March
19 days in May
5 days in June
1 day in August
12 days in September
3 days in October
Car rental information
🔥 Popular suppliers | Alamo, Hertz |
🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, Vans |
🤑 Lowest price | €51 per day |
👛 Cheapest supplier | Avis |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Hertz | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUV |
Alamo | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | 4 | Van |
Enterprise | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | 2 | Large car |
Alamo | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUV |
Alamo | Hyundai Kona | 4 | 2 | SUV |
Car rental statistics
Top 6 suppliers at Dane County Airport in 2025






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