Belfast International Airport is located approximately 23km, or 13.2 miles from the city of Belfast, in Northern Ireland. It was formerly known as the Aldergrove Airport, due to it’s position just east of this town, and has the official IATA code of BFS. The airport handles over four million passengers per annum, which makes it the largest in Northern Ireland, and the second busiest airport on the island of Ireland. It is also significant in regards to cargo traffic. Although buses and taxis are available from the airport, a rented car from a company such as Hertz Belfast International Airport is often considered to be more convenient. Hertz Car Hire can provide vehicles of top quality, and at competitive car rental rates.
There is one large terminal building at Belfast International Airport, which handles all domestic and international departures and arrivals. The building has two floors, with the upper level used for departures, and the ground floor dedicated to arrivals. The Belfast International Airport car hire companies are mostly found in the domestic arrivals area of the terminal, and are easily accessed from all parts of the airport. Although the airport is open twenty-four hours a day, the car hire companies are generally open at times when arriving passengers are expected. The hours which can be followed for Hertz are 07:00 to 24:00, Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 21:30 on Saturdays and from 07:30 to 24:00 on Sundays. The rented cars of the various companies are located in a nearby car park.
It is essential to book your rented car from Hertz in advance of your arrival at Belfast International Airport, as car hire can be in high demand. Most vehicles hired are also of the manual transmission variety, therefore, if an automatic vehicle is required, an earlier booking is preferable. Book your car online in order to secure the lowest rental rates as well. Whilst choosing your vehicle, don’t forget to include any optional items of equipment required for your journey. A child seat is required by law for children aged 3 and under in Ireland, and sometimes a satellite navigation system can greatly contribute to your driving experience. The Hertz NeverLost In-Car Navigation System is of top-quality, and will easily direct you to any destination. It has a colour touch screen, a choice of languages, an easy-to-use interface, and is manufactured by one of the leading companies for satellite technology. The device is also pre-programmed with many points of interest. Hertz hand controls for disabled drivers are also available from their rental location at Belfast International Airport. Hand controls can be used by those with a lower limb disability, are free of charge and will require an advanced reservation.
At Belfast International Airport, Hertz has special services for members of their Hertz #1 Club Gold. Priority counters are available, as well as all other benefits which come with the membership. This club is specifically for more frequent renters, but the Hertz #1 Club can be joined by occasional renters, and there are many benefits available with this membership as well. For example, customers can take advantage of the Hertz Express and Hertz Instant Return services, and will have the best selection of specials and promotions offered by Hertz. The memberships are free of charge.
The Belfast International Airport car rental companies offer a wide selection of vehicles for hire, but Hertz is one of few that offers cars that can be reserved by their specific makes and models. In the Hertz Fun Collection, the Audi A1 is available, and in the Hertz Prestige Collection, the BMW X5 and Jaguar XF can be specifically reserved. The BMW X5 can seat up to five passengers, has room for three large suitcases and one small suitcase, and comes with an automatic transmission. It also features air conditioning, similar to most other vehicles hired by Hertz. Larger vehicles from Hertz can be arranged from the 4WD/SUV/Minivan category, and may be ideal for groups of travellers, or for families who require a more spacious vehicle. The Peugeot 5008 and the Ford Galaxy can seat seven, while the Renault Traffic and the VW Caravelle can seat up to nine passengers. An SUV may be similar to the Volvo XC90.
The main category of standard cars available from Hertz has many choices as well, and is chosen by customers who require more affordable rental rates. Some of these cars are of smaller models, such as the Ford Ka, Ford Fiesta, Nissan Micra and Mazda 3, while others are larger, capable of seating four or five passengers more comfortably. They include the Opel Insignia, Mazda 6 and Audi A4. The majority of hire cars can be driven freely between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and Hertz one way hires can be arranged, allowing the renter to return the vehicle to a different location. This service may also be referred to as the Hertz Rent-It-Here and Leave-It-There option. From Belfast International Airport, one way hire services could have additional charges, but may also be free of charge.
In Ireland, and at Hertz Belfast International Airport, a valid drivers license will be required, and the drivers must be at least 21 years of age. The license must have been held for a year prior to the rental date as well. For payment of the rented car, a major credit card is needed, for example, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, Mastercard or Visa. Remember to obey the road rules of Ireland, to drive safely, and to have a great time in your vehicle hired from Hertz.
Address:
Belfast International Airport
Terminal Building
Northern Ireland
Belfast (Belfast) BT29 4AA
United Kingdom
Telephone Number: 028 9442 2533
Fax Number: 028 9445 3657
