Rent a Car at Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)

Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) is located 5 km southwest of Abbotsford city center and offers nine car rental agencies directly at the arrivals terminal. The airport is a popular alternative to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which is 70 km west but often has longer queues and higher prices. With a rental car from YXX you can reach Chilliwack in 30 minutes and Hope in 60 minutes.

YXX is served by airlines such as Flair Airlines and Swoop with connections to Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto. The airport is compact and car rental pickup is quick – expect a maximum of 15 minutes from landing until your car is ready. Compare prices between YXX and YVR – Abbotsford is often 20–30% cheaper for car rentals.

Choose a car with high ground clearance if you plan excursions to the Cascade Mountains to the south. Fill up the car before return – gas stations are located along Clearbrook Road, 2 km from the terminal. How many car rental companies are at Abbotsford Airport?

There are nine rental agencies represented at YXX, including major chains such as Enterprise, Hertz and Budget. How long is the drive from YXX to Banff? Banff is approximately 850 km east of Abbotsford and takes about 9 hours via Highway 1 – a classic road trip through BC and Alberta.

Is there a shuttle bus between YXX and Vancouver? Yes, there are bus connections but they take 90–120 minutes. A rental car is the most convenient option if you want to explore the region.

We compare prices from all major providers at Abbotsford International Airport so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.