Rent a Car at Dayton Airport (DAY)

Dayton International Airport (DAY) has 8 car rental agencies on-site and is a convenient entry point to southwestern Ohio and the Miami Valley region. Pick up your rental car directly upon arrival and drive into Dayton center in approximately 25 minutes. The airport serves regions such as Cincinnati, Columbus, and Springfield and is a strategic hub for Ohio travel.

The airport is located 18 km to the northwest of Dayton center via I-75 S and OH-4. Dayton Convention Center and Oregon District, the city's liveliest entertainment quarter, are reached in approximately 25 minutes to the south. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the National Museum of the United States Air Force are located 20 km to the southeast of the airport.

All rental car agencies are located in the airport terminal – no shuttle is needed, which saves time. Drive south on I-75 for the quickest route to Dayton center, or take OH-4 S for a more scenic alternative. Fill up the car at the stations along Hoke Road, 2 km south of the airport, before returning it.

Where do I pick up my rental car at Dayton airport? Car rental desks are located inside the terminal on the arrival level – you don't need to take any shuttle to a separate center. How long does it take to drive from DAY to Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is approximately 90 km to the south via I-75 S, roughly 1 hour under normal traffic conditions. Can I drive to Columbus from Dayton airport? Yes, Columbus is approximately 130 km to the northeast via I-70 E, roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes' drive.

We compare prices from all major providers at Dayton 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.