Time to drop off your rental back at the airport? Here’s everything you need to know.
Where to return your hire car
It’s easy to return your Stansted Airport hire car once you’re done with your journey. Here’s how to drop off your Hertz hire car:
- Head back to Stansted Airport via the M11 motorway from the city.
- Take the A120 exit towards Stansted Airport/Colchester.
- Use the left two lanes to exit towards Stansted Airport.
- At the roundabout, take the 1st exit on to Bassingbourn Road.
- Turn right on to Coopers End Road.
- Park your car at the indicated parking area and head inside to process your return.
What to do when you return your hire car
Once you reach the Hertz drop-off location, simply head inside and drop off your keys with our friendly staff, who will take you through the rest of your drop-off. You can then walk to the terminal or take the bus transfer.
How To Extend Your Hire Car Booking
You can extend your Hertz Stansted Airport car hire online using our online tool.
Alternatively, let our staff know when you pick up your vehicle or contact the branch once you are on the road to arrange for additional days.
FAQs
Will I be charged a fee for a late return?
You may be charged a day's rental charge if you return your Stansted Airport hire car late. However, some Hertz car rental locations may provide a grace period for you to return the vehicle. This is at each location’s discretion.
Does Hertz offer liability protection?
Our Rental Agreement does not include Liability Protection. However, if the hire car is involved in an accident or is stolen, you may still have coverage. It is important to note that you may still be responsible for paying any excess charges that apply.
Read more on insurance, coverage and excess when you hire a car with Hertz.
What payment methods does Hertz accept?
We accept various major credit and debit cards, including American Express, Visa, Mastercard and Maestro, subject to certain limitations. Additionally, Hertz Charge Cards (HCC) and One Trip Travel Orders (OTTO) are accepted. If paying with a credit or debit card, it must be under the driver's name.
Check our Forms of Payment for a detailed guide.
Is it cheaper to rent a car in advance or at the airport?
Hiring a car in advance can have lower rates than hiring when you arrive at the airport. The process is also generally quicker when you finally arrive, as most of your details are already filled out, so you can get your Stansted Airport hire car on the road even quicker.
Can I book accessories such as booster seats with Hertz?
We offer various extras which you can add to your booking for the ideal driving experience. These include child safety restraints and booster seats, as well as navigation systems. Please note that extras must be booked in advance.