Keys usually hand over at the small terminal counter
Avis Car Rental runs a desk at Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA), serving flyers on regional routes into Kenai. The office ties its opening hours to flight schedules, so expect staff to be around for main arrivals in the morning and late afternoon rather than true 24/7 coverage. ENA is compact, so walking from baggage claim to the Avis counter takes under 2 minutes.
The location functions as an “Other” ground option at ENA, sitting between full-service car hire and local taxis. You pick up and drop off vehicles right outside the terminal building, usually in a signed lot within a 1–3 minute walk of the door. This matters in winter, when sub‑freezing temperatures and snow are common in Kenai from November through March.
Avis at ENA typically stocks standard sedans, small SUVs, and occasional pickups, with daily rates fluctuating a lot between mid‑summer fishing season (June–August) and quieter months. Expect higher prices when king salmon and halibut charters fill flights into Kenai, and more limited same‑day availability. Booking at least 3–7 days ahead usually beats walk‑up pricing.
Fuel policy often runs on a standard “pick up full, return full” basis, and the nearest gas stations sit along the Kenai Spur Highway within about 1–2 miles of the airport entrance. If you return low on fuel, refueling surcharges per gallon can easily double local pump prices. Check the printed agreement at the counter for mileage limits, extra driver fees, and local tax percentages.
Winter driving in the Kenai Peninsula brings ice, snow, and early darkness, with sunset before 4:30 p.m. in December. If you expect to drive to Soldotna, Homer, or along the Sterling Highway, ask at the Avis desk about all‑wheel drive and winter tires before signing. Confirm the exact return time in 24‑hour format on your rental form to avoid an extra day’s charge.
Practical tip: Before leaving the lot, take 60 seconds to photograph all four sides of the car plus the odometer and fuel gauge; it simplifies any damage or fuel disputes when you return to ENA.