Before you book
- Book early for summer. PAE is a small airport, so the rental fleet is small too. Prices climb and cars run out in peak season.
- Check pickup hours. Counters at small airports may not be open for every late-night arrival. Confirm before you book a late flight.
- Compare against Everett locations. Off-airport branches in Everett or Lynnwood are sometimes cheaper and a short rideshare away.
Pickup and return
- Take photos of the car before you leave the lot.
- Fill up in Everett or Mukilteo before returning, since gas next to airports tends to cost more.
- Driving onto a Washington State Ferry? That's fine in a rental. Just budget time for ferry lines.