Rent a Car at Modesto City–County Airport (MOD) (MOD)

Modesto City-County Airport (MOD) serves central San Joaquin Valley with 2 car rental agencies directly in the terminal. The airport is approximately 8 km south of Modesto city center and offers a convenient alternative to the larger airports in Sacramento (150 km) and San Francisco (145 km). From here you can reach Yosemite National Park in approximately 2 hours of driving to the east.

MOD airport is surrounded by agricultural landscape typical of San Joaquin Valley, with almond groves and vineyards along the roads to the east. Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto city center is reached in 10 minutes of driving to the north. McHenry Mansion, a Victorian museum, is located approximately 8 km to the north in Modesto.

Book your rental car in advance – MOD is a small airport with a limited car fleet and the 2 agencies can quickly become fully booked. Choose a car with good fuel efficiency if you're planning longer trips to Yosemite or Sacramento. Fill up in Modesto before departing – fuel prices are lower in the city than along CA-132 toward the mountains.

Which car rental agencies are at Modesto City-County Airport? There are 2 car rental agencies at MOD. Check our car rental site for current operators and prices at the time of booking.

How long does it take to drive from MOD to Sacramento? Sacramento is approximately 150 km to the north via CA-99, about 1 hour 30–45 minutes depending on traffic. Is it possible to return the rental car at another location, such as San Francisco?

Yes, one-way rental to San Francisco (145 km to the west) is possible but may incur an additional fee. Check at booking.

We compare prices from all major providers at Modesto City–County Airport (MOD) 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.