Cars from National sit directly at Rick Husband Amarillo (AMA)
National - Rick Husband runs right at Amarillo International Airport, serving Terminal 1 arrivals with on-airport rental cars so you skip any off-site shuttle rides. You pick up and drop off at the same AMA facility, which matters on early flights before the 05:00–07:00 bank of departures. This is a standard National location focused on business and oilfield traffic in Amarillo, not a neighborhood branch tucked away downtown.
The National counter operates in the main terminal at AMA, typically aligning hours with the day’s first and last flights, roughly 05:00 to 23:00, though late-night delays can push closing a bit. You’ll handle the paperwork inside the terminal, then walk a short signed path to the rental lot just beyond baggage claim. AMA is small enough that walking from carousel to car keys usually takes under 10 minutes if there isn’t a line.
Pricing at National - Rick Husband tracks typical regional-airport rates, often higher on Sunday night returns and Monday pickups tied to the I-40 workweek rush. One-way drop fees can spike if you return the car at Lubbock or Oklahoma City instead of Amarillo, sometimes adding $75–$150 to a three-day rental. Check for National Emerald Club discounts, which can shave a few dollars per day off the base rate at this AMA location.
Fleet selection in Amarillo tilts toward trucks and SUVs, with plenty of full-size pickups for Panhandle ranch and oilfield runs, alongside standard sedans and a smaller pool of compact cars. You’re more likely to find a Chevy Silverado than a hybrid on a random Wednesday. If you need AWD for winter trips along I-40 or US-287, reserve an SUV class specifically; upgrades at the gate are hit-or-miss at this station.
Returns at National - Rick Husband happen at the same AMA lot you exited, with clear signage pointing to “Rental Car Return” once you turn onto Airport Blvd off US-60. Fuel prices around the airport tend to run $0.10–$0.20 per gallon higher than in central Amarillo along I-40, so filling up closer to town usually saves a few dollars on a 15–20 gallon refill. Keep your printed or digital receipt until after you clear security in Terminal 1 in case any fuel or damage questions pop up by email.
Tip: AMA is compact, but build a 20–30 minute buffer before departure for car return, inspection, and the short walk back to Terminal 1, especially on Monday mornings and Friday afternoons when the lot gets busy.