Hertz Car Rental

Daily rentals start right at Meadows Field’s Main Terminal

Hertz Car Rental at Meadows Field (BFL) runs directly from the Main Terminal, so you’re picking up and dropping off on-airport, not off-site. The location operates as an Other ground transport option, separate from taxis, shuttles, or rideshare. You book with Hertz, then walk from baggage claim to the rental counters and car lot without leaving airport property.

The Hertz counter sits in the Main Terminal, which is the only terminal at BFL, so there’s no shuttle between terminals or extra transfer step. You land, collect your bags, then head to the Hertz desk on the public side of the terminal. That single-terminal setup keeps the airport-side portion of the rental process simple and cuts down on extra walking.

Because this is on-airport and tied into the Main Terminal, Hertz typically syncs its hours with commercial flight schedules at Meadows Field. That means they focus on being open around the first and last flights of the day, rather than running a 24-hour desk like a major hub. If you have an early departure or arrive on a late evening flight, lock in your pickup or drop-off time with your specific flight number when you reserve.

Step-by-step: using Hertz Car Rental at BFL

• 1. Land at Meadows Field and proceed into the Main Terminal arrivals area.
• 2. Pick up your checked bags from baggage claim in the Main Terminal.
• 3. Walk to the Hertz Car Rental counter in the Main Terminal public lobby.
• 4. Present your driver’s license, credit card, and reservation number to the Hertz agent.
• 5. Review the rental agreement, fuel policy, and mileage terms before signing.
• 6. Follow Hertz signage from the counter to the on-airport car lot to locate your assigned vehicle.
• 7. Inspect the car for any existing damage and confirm the fuel level matches the contract.
• 8. Drive out following airport exit signs toward Bakersfield or your next stop.
• 9. On return, follow airport signs back to the rental car area at the Main Terminal.
• 10. Park in the signed Hertz return lane, note the final mileage, and hand keys to the Hertz staff or use the drop box if directed.

One tip: build at least 20–30 minutes into your departure day for the Hertz return, walking back to the Main Terminal, and clearing any airline check-in lines before your flight from BFL.