All rental counters sit together in Terminal 1 arrivals
The Car Rental Desks at Poznań-Ławica are grouped in the public arrivals hall of Terminal 1, just past baggage claim. You’ll see the counters for the major brands lined up side by side, so it’s easy to compare offers in person rather than committing online. Signage in Polish and English points you to “Wypożyczalnie samochodów” about 50–80 meters from the exit doors.
Terminal 1 is the only terminal at POZ, so there’s no risk of ending up in the wrong building for your pickup. Counters generally follow standard city-office working hours and often match flight banks, but off-hours collection usually uses key boxes and a phone number provided in your booking. Expect standard European credit card and deposit requirements; if your card lacks embossed numbers or sufficient limit, staff may decline the rental on the spot.
Most rentals at Poznań-Ławica include pickup from the main car park directly in front of Terminal 1, typically in rows specifically marked for each company. Walking distance from the desk to the cars is about 2–4 minutes, all on flat pavement. Economy hatchbacks tend to price in the €25–40 per day range outside peak August dates, with winter weekends sometimes dropping below €20 when booked in advance.
Staff at these desks often prioritise reservations tied to incoming flights, so late walk-ups after a Ryanair or LOT arrival can see 20–30 minute waits. To keep it painless, screenshot your confirmation with rate and insurance details before landing and head straight to arrivals after passport control, skipping the café until paperwork is done.