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No booking fees. Free cancellation on most cars
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Road Genius makes it easy to find great car rental offers at Juneau International Airport (JNU). Compare rates and make bookings in one place. We pull live prices from Avis, Budget, Hertz and other on-airport counters and downtown Juneau locations, so you can skip hidden fees and get on the road to Mendenhall Glacier fast.
Juneau offers two main car rental locations: the airport and downtown. Each has distinct advantages depending on your arrival method and itinerary.
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| Provider | Location | Peak Season Rates | Deposit Hold | Off-Season Rates |
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| Avis | Airport and Downtown | $80-150/day (early booking) $200+ (last-minute) |
Around $300 | $30-60/day |
| Budget | Airport | $80-150/day (early booking) $200+ (last-minute) |
Around $300 | $30-60/day |
| Hertz | Airport | $80-150/day (early booking) $200+ (last-minute) |
$200-300 | $30-60/day |
| Alamo/National | Airport | $80-150/day (early booking) $200+ (last-minute) |
$200-300 | $30-60/day |
| Enterprise | Airport | $80-150/day (early booking) $200+ (last-minute) |
$200-300 | $30-60/day |
On average, car rentals at Juneau Airport cost around $106 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals starting at $35 per day.
Price out both airport and downtown pickups. Downtown avoids the 11% airport concession fee; even after a $20 taxi from JNU you often come out ahead.
Lock in summer cars 3-6 months early, then keep stalking the rates. Peak-season prices jump fast but many bookings allow free cancellation, so rebook if you spot a drop. Off-season? Relax and book closer to arrival.
Go small. Juneau's road network is only 40 miles (64 km) end-to-end, all paved, so a compact car is plenty and costs less to rent and refuel.
Stretch the rental length. A 7-day booking usually beats 5 separate daily rates, and weekend pickups can be slightly cheaper than mid-week.
| Location | Type | Cost | Notes |
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| Downtown Juneau | Street parking | Metered (time limits apply) | 2-hour limit strictly enforced |
| Downtown Transportation Center (DTC) | Hourly rates | Marine Way/Whitehead St | |
| Marine Parking Garage | Hourly rates | Near library | |
| Mendenhall Glacier | Main lot | Fee applies | Included with visitor center fee |
| Overflow lots | No fee | Short walk to visitor center | |
| Auke Bay Ferry Terminal | Parking lot | Daily fee for multi-day | For ferry passengers |
| Juneau Airport | Short-term lot | Hourly fee | Near terminal |
| Long-term lot | Daily fee | For multi-day parking |
School buses: Must stop in both directions when red lights are flashing during the school year
Gas stations are available in Mendenhall Valley, Lemon Creek and downtown
Rent a car to see:
Mendenhall Glacier – visitor center, bear viewing platforms
Glacier Highway "Out the Road" – Shrine of St. Thérèse, Eagle Beach
Douglas Island – Outer Point trails, beaches, Juneau views
Auke Bay – ferry terminal, harbor, seafood spots
Can I drive to other cities from Juneau?
No. You can't drive from Juneau to other cities because there are no roads connecting them. The roads only cover the Juneau area and Douglas Island. To get to other places, you have to take a plane or a ferry.
Do I need a 4WD/AWD vehicle in Juneau?
Not in summer (May–September), when all the main roads are paved and clear. In winter (October–April), we recommend an AWD vehicle because you might find snow and ice on the roads.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Juneau?
You need a valid driver's license from your home country. If your license isn't in English, we recommend you also bring an International Driving Permit (IDP). You also have to show a credit card in your name to cover the security deposit.
How far in advance should I book a rental car?
If you're traveling in the summer (June–August), you should book 3–6 months ahead. Cars for the busy season sell out fast, and prices go up a lot for last-minute rentals. For winter trips, you don't need to book as far in advance.
What are the age requirements for renting a car?
You usually have to be at least 21 years old. If you're under 25, the rental company will add a 'young driver' fee of about $25–30 per day. Some special types of cars might require you to be older.
Where can I find parking in downtown Juneau?
You can find public parking at the Downtown Transportation Center (DTC) garage on Marine Way/Whitehead St. and the Marine Parking Garage near the library. You can also park on the street, but there's a 2-hour limit on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Is there a shuttle service from the airport to downtown?
Yes. You can take a Capital Transit bus between the airport and downtown, but they don't run very often. Taxis and rideshares like Uber and Lyft are easy to find. The trip takes about 15 minutes and costs around $20.
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