Car Rental in Harlingen

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  • from $129 per day
  • 8.8 top rated · National

A rental car here costs $155 a day on average, about $1 091 for a week. Enterprise is the cheapest for a small car, about $129 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

  • In the terminal: 1 · Free shuttle bus: 1
  • Free cancellation: 2 of 2
  • National
  • Enterprise

Where to pick up in Harlingen

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Harlingen Airport · 5 km Airport 2 $130 23 min

Nearby, 41–41 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Brownsville S. Padre Airport · 41 km Airport 4 $48 19 min

Car rental prices in Harlingen by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage 2 $129
Compact Nissan Versa 2 $130
Intermediate Hyundai Elantra 2 $132
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 2 $181
Full size Chevrolet Malibu 2 $138
Small SUV Jeep Renegade 2 $140
Medium SUV Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4 2 $141
Minivan Dodge Grand Caravan 2 $141
Luxury Audi A4, Cadillac XTS 2 $210
Premium Nissan Maxima 2 $197
Small or medium truck Ford F-150, Nissan Frontier 2 $139

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Harlingen Enterprise

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $129/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Harlingen Enterprise

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $130/day

Car rental companies in Harlingen

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

National

In the terminal Mon–Fri 08:00–23:00 · Sat 09:00–22:00 · Sun 09:00–23:00 24 min wait Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $134/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.1

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National at Harlingen Airport
3030 Airport Dr, Harlingen, 78550, TX
8448557195

Enterprise

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 08:00–23:00 · Sat 09:00–22:00 · Sun 09:00–23:00 21 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $130/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Harlingen Airport
3030 Airport Dr, Harlingen, 78550, TX
9564308643

Rental conditions in Harlingen

Based on 2 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Debit card Not accepted by any of the 2 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 2 of 2 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 2 suppliers.
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 2 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (1 supplier), Third-party liability (TPL) (1 supplier), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (1 supplier).
Extras GPS (2 suppliers), Infant seat (2 suppliers), Child seat (2 suppliers), Booster seat (2 suppliers), Winter tires (1 supplier), Ski rack (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Harlingen: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 21 min at Enterprise to 24 min at National.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 2 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Harlingen: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Harlingen?

Car rental in Harlingen starts from $129 per day, and the average price is $155 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $467 for a 3-day weekend and $1 091 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Harlingen?

These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Harlingen over the last 12 months:
  • National, average price $158 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Harlingen?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Harlingen are:
  • National: rated 8.8/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $158 per day
  • Enterprise: rated 8.4/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $152 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Harlingen?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Harlingen are:
  • Enterprise: about $129 per day
  • National: about $133 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Harlingen?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: National
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Enterprise
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Harlingen and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Harlingen?

The minimum age to rent a car in Harlingen is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Harlingen with a debit card?

Rental companies in Harlingen typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Harlingen offer unlimited mileage?

National and Enterprise include unlimited mileage on all cars in Harlingen. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Harlingen?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Harlingen are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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