Car Rentals in Portsmouth

Portsmouth as historic seaport, and the third oldest city in the US and is prominent in New Hampshire's seacoast region. Settled in 1623, today, the city's economy is a mix of old and new, with tugboats still pulling in large ships alongside a new software and biotech industries. A Portsmouth rent a car is a great way to get around this growing metropolitan region, often called, "the Seacoast". In this friendly small town you will find a of small town vibe based around a community of sailors and fishermen, combined with eclectic cultural options, dining, shopping, and nightlife usually found in much larger urban centers. Look for great deals on Portsmouth car rentals and save time and money to explore popular attractions like Strawberry Banke, Prescott Park, or the many ocean side parks, beaches, historic forts, and lighthouses. Portsmouth car rentals are available downtown (usually for better rates than those at the airport) from many national chains. The local airport to Portsmouth, Pease, no longer has commercial flights. Instead, Portsmouth is primarily accessible by flights into Manchester, Portland, and Boston, all roughly an hour away by car. If you fly into Manchester Airport, car rentals are provided in terminal by Alamo, Enterprise, Thrifty, Budget, Alamo, National, Hertz, and Avis. Try Enterprise for the lowest rates, followed by Thrifty and Budget. If you fly into Logan, car rentals are provided via complementary shuttle by Enterprise, Thrifty, Alamo, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Hertz, and National. Try Enterprise for the lowest rates, followed by Dollar and Thrifty. You must present a valid driver's license and credit card issued in your name at most Portsmouth rental car agencies (although some will take a cash deposit depending on a credit check), along with proof of insurance if you decline the vendor's coverage options. Usually age requirements for a rent a car are 21 for compact and economy cars, 25 for all others, and an additional young driver charge may apply for anyone under 25 (select agencies will rent to qualifying individuals over 18 for an additional fee).