Budget Car Rental at Nashville International Airport (BNA)

Budget Car Rental offers on-site rental services at Nashville International Airport (BNA). Its rental counter is located on the terminal’s Ground Transportation Level (Level 1), where renters can complete the required paperwork and collect their rental details. Once the rental process is complete, vehicles are available in the parking area outside Terminal C. The rental car area is within walking distance.

Budget Car Rental Policies at Nashville International Airport (BNA)

Before renting a car from Budget at BNA, review the following rental requirements and conditions.

• Age Requirements: You must be at least 21 years old to rent a car from Budget car rental at Nashville International Airport. Renters under 25 are subject to a $27 daily surcharge. Additional restrictions may apply to certain vehicle categories.
• Driver’s License: All drivers must present a valid physical driver’s license. Temporary and digital licenses are not accepted under Budget’s general US terms. International renters may need their passport and an International Driving Permit (IDP), particularly if their license is not in the Roman alphabet.
• Required Documents: Bring your driver’s license, an accepted payment card, and any additional identification Budget requests. International renters should carry their passport and IDP where required. Debit-card customers may need proof of return or onward travel.
• Credit Card Policy: The primary renter needs an accepted major credit card in their own name. Budget may place a temporary authorization hold for estimated rental charges and potential additional costs. The amount depends on the rental and payment conditions.
• Debit Card Policy: Renters who are 25 years or older can use debit cards to rent select vehicle groups with BNA. Acceptance is subject to the vehicle type and booking.
• Prepaid Reservations: Budget’s Pay Now option charges the rental cost in advance. Prepaid bookings may have separate cancellation, modification, and refund conditions. Review these terms before payment, as optional products and other charges may be extra.
• Additional Fees and Credit Holds: Your final rental cost may include underage or additional-driver fees, optional protection, fuel, tolls, late returns, towing, traffic penalties, and other charges. Budget may also place a temporary hold on your payment card. Confirm the amount and applicable fees at pickup.
• Additional Drivers: A spouse or domestic partner at least 25 years old can drive the rental car at no extra cost as long as they have a valid driver’s licence and meet all of Budget’s requirements. Anyone else driving the rental car must be specifically mentioned in the rental agreement, and additional charges may apply.
• Optional Coverages: Budget offers optional products such as Loss Damage Waiver (LDW), Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI), Personal Accident and Effects coverage (PAE), and Extended Roadside Assistance. Each has separate coverage limits, exclusions, and charges. Review the terms before accepting.
• Public Liability and Property Damage: Liability protection is subject to applicable laws and the rental agreement. Optional SLI can provide additional protection for eligible third-party injury and property damage claims. It is separate from LDW, which concerns damage to or theft of the rental vehicle.
• Travel into Other States: Budget permits BNA rentals to travel throughout the continental US, subject to the rental agreement and vehicle restrictions.
• Travel into Other Countries: Travel outside the permitted US area requires Budget’s approval. Its general terms prohibit taking vehicles into Mexico without express written permission. Confirm cross-border travel before pickup.
• General Rental Conditions: Only authorized drivers may operate the vehicle. Prohibited uses include racing, reckless or impaired driving, carrying passengers for hire, and unauthorised towing. Contact Budget before extending your rental or changing the return location; additional charges may apply.
• Fuel Policy: Return the vehicle with the same fuel recorded at pickup to avoid refueling charges. Budget may offer prepaid fuel or a refueling service. Applicable rates and conditions are provided in the rental agreement.
• Electric Vehicle Policy: If an EV is available, Budget’s general US terms require it to be returned with at least 70% battery charge. A $35 fee may apply for a return level below 70% but above 10%, and a total $70 fee may apply below 10%. Return the vehicle and supplied charging equipment as instructed.

Budget Car Rental Location at BNA Airport

Use the following contact details and return instructions when planning your Budget car rental at Nashville International Airport (BNA).