Gander International Airport Car Rental (YQX)

Gander International Airport (YQX) was once the world's most important stopover point for transatlantic flights and now has 4 car rental companies in the terminal. The airport is located about 5 km northeast of Gander center via Airport Boulevard. Rent a car directly on arrival and continue seamlessly onto the Trans-Canada Highway.

YQX serves central Newfoundland and is the starting point for journeys along the Trans-Canada both toward St. John's (335 km east) and Corner Brook (490 km west). The airport is known from the events of September 11, 2001, when hundreds of planes were rerouted here.

Rent a car with good cargo space if you arrive with lots of outdoor equipment - Newfoundland often requires camping and hiking gear. Choose a car with winter tires if you travel November - April when the Trans-Canada can have harsh conditions. Fill up the rental car's tank in Gander town - prices are lower than at the airport.

How do you get from YQX to Gander center? It's about 5 km and takes 8-10 minutes via Airport Boulevard and Elizabeth Drive. Which car rental companies are at Gander Airport?

At YQX we compare prices from 4 rental companies, typically Avis, Budget, Enterprise and National - availability may vary seasonally. Can I drive to Twillingate from Gander Airport? Yes, Twillingate is about 90 km north via Highway 330 and 340, which takes roughly 1.5 hours - a popular route for seeing icebergs.

We compare prices from all major providers at Gander 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.