Miami Kendall Car Hire

Miami Kendall is an affluent suburban community in southwestern Miami-Dade County with 2 car rental companies serving local residents and visitors. The area is about 20 km south of MIA and about 25 km from South Beach. Kendall is a perfect base for excursions to Everglades National Park, whose entrance is just 30 km to the west.

Kendall is characterized by shopping centers such as Dadeland Mall – one of Florida's largest – and well-planned residential areas along Kendall Drive (SW 88th Street). Florida Turnpike and SR-874 provide quick connections north toward Miami downtown and south toward Homestead. Renting a car in Kendall is excellent for Everglades adventures; take Tamiami Trail (US-41) west to reach Shark Valley in 45 minutes.

Avoid driving on Florida Turnpike during morning rush hour heading north toward downtown. The Dadeland Mall area has heavy traffic on weekends – plan for extra time. How far is it from Miami Kendall to Everglades National Park?

To Everglades main entrance at Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center, it's about 50 km to the south via SR-874 and US-1, approximately 45–55 minutes of driving. Is Kendall a good area to rent a car if I'm staying in southern Miami-Dade?

Absolutely, Kendall is centrally located in southern Miami-Dade with excellent highway access and avoids the high airport taxes that apply at MIA. Can I return the rental car at another location in Miami? It depends on the rental company.

Many allow one-way rentals for an additional fee. Check the terms when booking.

We compare prices from all major providers at Miami Kendall 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.