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Hertz Car Rental in Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Salzburg Airport makes it easy to go from touchdown to sightseeing without losing time.
Whether you’re here for a quick city escape, a meeting, or planning to explore the lakes and mountain towns just beyond the city, picking up a car rental at Salzburg Airport with Hertz puts your entire trip on your own schedule from the moment you land.
Hertz offers convenient pick-up right inside the terminal, so you can skip long taxi lines or the timing constraints of public transport. Collect your keys, settle in behind the wheel, and start your journey.
If you’re heading into central Salzburg, the drive is short and direct, perfect for fast hotel check-ins, business appointments, or a relaxed first look at the city’s baroque streets and riverside paths.
Planning to explore further? With your car hire at Salzburg Airport, you’re within quick reach of several standout attractions:
- Salzburg City Centre is only about 15 minutes away by car
- Hellbrunn Palace & Trick Fountains sit around 6 miles south of the airport
- Hohensalzburg Fortress, the city’s hilltop landmark, is roughly 44 miles away
- Lake Fuschl (Fuschlsee) offers a scenic retreat about 19 miles east
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Location Information
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Collecting and Returning Your Car
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Travel Guide
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FAQs about car hire
Pick-up locations information
Salzburg Airport
Mo-Fr 0800-2000, Sa-Su 0900-1900
Innsbrucker-Bundes-Strasse 105, Salzburg, 5020, Austria
Pickup and return of your rental car
Where is the Hertz car hire desk located?
The Hertz car hire desk is located on the ground level of the parking building opposite the airport terminal. After exiting the airport, cross the road using the pedestrian crosswalk and walk toward the parking building. Enter through the sliding doors, and you will find the Hertz desk inside on the left-hand side, along with the other car rental companies. It is easy for you to find your car hire at Salzburg Airport.
How do I get to the Hertz Rental Car Park from the airport?
Exit the airport terminal and cross the road via the marked crosswalk directly in front of the exit. Continue straight to the parking building and enter through the sliding doors. The rental car desks and access to the rental car park are located inside.
How do I get from the airport to the city center?
You have two convenient options:
- Bus: Take Bus Number 2, which runs every 10 minutes and goes directly to the city center and the main train station, where our other Hertz office is located nearby.
- Taxi: Taxis are available right outside the airport terminal for a quick and direct transfer.
What Cars Can I Hire at Salzburg Airport?
Hertz car rental at Salzburg Airport makes it easy to match your vehicle to the kind of trip you’re planning. Whether you’re here for a weekend in the Old Town, a business meeting, or scenic drives into the Salzkammergut lakes and mountains, the fleet offers options suited to both city streets and longer routes.
Availability can vary by season and travel dates, but here are the main vehicle categories you can generally expect when getting a car hire at Salzburg Airport:
- Compact and economy cars: Great for navigating Salzburg’s narrower streets, making quick hotel transfers, and parking near popular spots like Mirabellplatz or along the river.
- Sedans: A smooth, comfortable choice if you're planning motorway distances or want extra room for luggage.
- SUVs: Ideal if you prefer more space and a higher driving position, especially helpful for day trips to lake towns or alpine lookout points.
- MPVs: A practical option for families or small groups carrying several bags or outdoor gear.
- Vans: Suitable for larger groups or travellers who need maximum space for equipment, luggage, or passengers.
- Premium vehicles: These typically include executive sedans and high-spec SUVs, often selected for business travel or for those who want a refined, comfort-first driving experience.
Electric Car Rental at Salzburg Airport
If Salzburg Airport is your starting point for exploring the city or heading out toward the lakes and mountains of the Salzkammergut, choosing an electric car hire can be a smart and eco-friendly way to travel.
Hertz offers a selection of electric and hybrid vehicles at Salzburg Airport, so you can leave the terminal in a quiet, efficient car that’s well-suited for both urban driving and relaxed motorway routes.
Salzburg and the surrounding region continue to grow their public charging network, with stations located in city parking garages, near hotels and shopping areas, and along major routes leading toward Fuschlsee, Wolfgangsee, and Berchtesgaden.
This makes electric travel increasingly convenient for visitors planning a mix of city stops and scenic day trips.
Returning the vehicle at Salzburg Airport
You can return your rental car at Salzburg Airport using this method:
How to return the car?
Return the car in the garage, which you will find on -1, of the parking house building. When you drive towards the building, follow the signs to the entrance marked “Car Rental Return.” Park the car in a Hertz-marked parking spot.
What to do after you’ve returned the car?
Return the key either by placing it in the yellow Hertz key safe in the garage, or by bringing it to the Hertz hire desk. You don’t need to do anything further - just return the car and the keys, and we’ll handle the rest!
Value Added Services (VAS) – Enhance your rental experience
Hoping to find a car rental at Salzburg Airport that offers additional perks? Pick from a large range of Value Added Services (VAS) offered by Hertz.
These services are designed to make your trip safer, simpler, and more enjoyable. Offered add-ons provide extra protection and comfort, so you can travel around Salzburg with peace of mind.
Available VAS products include:
- SuperCover: Removes the excess and provides full protection against collision, theft, and damage.
- Theft Protection: Reduce your liability in case the vehicle is stolen.
- Infant seats: Secure seating for babies under one year old.
- Child seats: Forward-facing seats for young children.
- Booster seats: Enhanced safety for older children.
- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW): Reduces liability in case of damage to or loss of the rental vehicle.
Explore Places Within 30 Miles of Salzburg Airport
Hohensalzburg Fortress
4 miles from Salzburg Airport (approx)
504 parking spots (approx)
7 active charging points nearby (approx)
Open daily, 9:30 AM to 5 PM
One of Europe’s largest medieval castles, offering sweeping views over the city and the nearby Alps. A must-visit for first-time travelers.
Lake Fuschl (Fuschlsee)
- 19 miles from Salzburg Airport (approx)
- 1 parking spots (approx)
- 3 active charging points nearby (approx)
- Open daily
A beautifully clear, green-blue lake surrounded by walking paths and quiet cafés. Excellent for swimming or easy nature breaks.
Oberndorf bei Salzburg (Silent Night Chapel)
- 13 miles from Salzburg Airport (approx)
- 5 parking spots (approx)
- 6 active charging points nearby (approx)
- Open daily, 8 AM to 8 PM
The historic chapel where the Christmas carol “Silent Night” was first performed. A peaceful cultural stop north of Salzburg.
Hertz Car Hire FAQs – Salzburg Airport
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Is it possible to modify or cancel my Salzburg Airport reservation?
What are the requirements to get a car hire at the Salzburg Airport branch?
Can I return my car to a different location than specified in my contract?
Benefits from day one.
- Up to 10% off the base rate on rentals in select countries
Up to 10% discount applies to base rates in the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and Benelux. 5% applies for the rest of the world. The discount applies to the base rate quoted (excluding taxes and any other charges). It does not apply to affiliated rates or rates that are already discounted.
- Add your spouse as a second driver without an extra fee
- Earn points redeemable toward free rental days and upgrades
Points are earned on per day time and mileage charges only. Free rental days cover base rate (time and mileage) only. Taxes, optional extras and any other fees are excluded. One-car-class upgrade applies to Compact, Intermediate, Standard & Full-size rentals with a maximum upgrade to a Premium. Additional terms and exclusions apply
- Skip the counter and go straight to your car
You can skip the counter once your membership is activated after your first rental. Available at select locations only.
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