Car Rental at Dane County Airport

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Dane County Airport, Madison, USA - Wisconsin
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage or similar
Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 4
  • 1
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$54.47 per day
Compact
Nissan Versa or similar
Nissan Versa
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$57.98 per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
Toyota Corolla Sedan
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$59.84 per day
Full-size
Toyota Camry or similar
Toyota Camry
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$80.84 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$59.01 per day
Premium
Nissan Maxima or similar
Nissan Maxima
  • 5
  • 2
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$76.27 per day
Luxury
Audi A4 or similar
Audi A4
  • 5
  • 3
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$88.98 per day
Standard Elite SUV
Audi Q3 or similar
Audi Q3
  • 5
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$92.20 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 3:08 AM on 11/19/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$71 per day
Average car rental length
2 days
Speed limit within town
56 km/h or 35 mph
Speed limit out of town
72 - 112 km/h or 45 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.91 per liter or $3.44 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.78 per liter or $2.95 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.03 per liter or $3.90 per gallon
Dane County Airport

Airport travel guide

The capital of Wisconsin, Madison is also one of the Badger state’s most interesting destinations. Known for its lively student life and many cultural institutions, the city is also just a short drive from several of Wisconsin’s most charming natural attractions.

Top international routes

  • Chicago
  • Minneapolis
  • Detroit
  • Dallas
  • Atlanta
  • Denver
  • Washington
  • Charlotte
  • New York City
  • Phoenix

Main airlines

Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines, United Airlines, Envoy Air, Frontier, and Sun Country Airlines

Terminals

The single airport terminal serves all departures and arrivals. The terminal building is currently undergoing expansion and modernization.

Location

Dane County Airport mainly serves the city of Madison, Wisconsin, which is about 6 mi (9.6 km) southwest of the airport. International Lane, Packers Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue, Johnson Street, and Gorham Street are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.

Most popular types of rental car

  • Large cars - from $56 per day
  • Medium cars - from $55 per day
  • Premium cars - from $76 per day
  • Small cars - from $54 per day
  • SUVs - from $61 per day

Car rental desks

All of them are located in the baggage claim area. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your confirmation voucher.

Services and facilities

You’ll find cafeterias, fast food outlets, snack bars, and a full-service restaurant on the upper level of the terminal, a gift shop, a newsstand, a convenience store, and a retail shop selling local products. There are also ATMs, baby changing facilities, a family lounge, a massage salon, a lost and found office, and fax and copy services. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. The wider airport complex includes a public 18-hole golf course, and pet therapy is offered for nervous passengers inside the airport terminal. The airport is fully equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Wheelchairs and special assistance is offered, but you should contact the airport staff at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service.

Nearest gas station

A Kwik Trip gas station at 1625 Stoughton Road, Madison can be reached in about 12 minutes and is open 24/7. While there are other gas stations a bit closer to the airport, travelers give this Kwik Trip the highest rating. There are many other gas stations near Dane County Airport and in Madison.

Popular one-way rentals

  • Milwaukee (79 miles / 127 km)
  • Chicago (147 miles / 236 km)
  • Appleton (108 miles / 174 km)
  • Rockford (73 miles / 117 km)
  • Green Bay (140 miles / 225 km)
  • Minneapolis (270 miles / 435 km)
  • Eau Claire (178 miles / 286 km)
  • Davenport (163 miles / 262 km)
This information was written, fact-checked, and/or translated by our content creators.

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Fact checked by
Hannah Lukaszewicz
Edited by Hannah Lukaszewicz, a US citizen who runs the international travel blog Getting Stamped. Hannah and her family have traveled to over 85 countries with a never-ending bucket list! Her travel blog hopes to inspire you to travel the world and help you plan your trip too. She has rented cars all over the world and has driven in over 30 countries. She believes that renting a car gives you such freedom and is the best way to experience a destination.

Airport info

Rating
7.5
  • Getting to the airport 8.4
  • Check-in and departures 8.9
  • Terminal facilities 7.5
  • Wi-Fi 7.2
  • Restaurants and car rental services 6.5
  • Lounge 6.5

Dane County Airport (MSN)

  • IATA: MSN
  • ICAO: KMSN
  • Name: Dane County Airport (MSN)
  • Distance from city: 5 miles / 8 km

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices the lowest at Dane County Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Dane County Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Dane County Airport
January
February
March
April
May
$89.75
June
July
$80.15
August
$54.21
September
$53.13
October
November
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Dane County Airport is October — when rental costs average $53.13 per day. This is 23% cheaper than the yearly average and 41% cheaper than renting a car in June (when prices average $89.75 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Dane County Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in September the average rental period is 12 days, while in August, the average rental period is only 1 days.
Average number of rental days at Dane County Airport
January
February
March
April
May
7
June
July
1
August
12
September
3
October
November
December

What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Dane County Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car in at Dane County Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in September, while they are least likely to rent in in June.
Monthly searches at Dane County Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
January
February
March
April
May
80%
June
July
80%
August
160%
September
80%
October
November
December

Car rental information

Popular suppliers Hertz
Popular car categories SUVs
Lowest price $54 per day
Cheapest supplier Alamo

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Hertz Nissan Rogue 5 3 SUVs

Car Rental Statistics

Highest-rated company
Enterprise
7.8 / 10
)
Lowest-rated company
National
7.6 / 10
Total rental companies
6
Average daily price
$71.20
Lowest daily price
$54.47
Total cars available
245

Top 6 suppliers at Dane County Airport in 2024

Enterprise
Enterprise
Average 7.8 / 0 reviews
+18337492428
4000 International Ln, Madison, WI 53704, United States
$57 - $221
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 23:59
Tue:08:00 - 23:59
Wed:08:00 - 23:59
Thu:08:00 - 23:59
Fri:08:00 - 23:59
Sat:08:00 - 23:59
Sun:08:00 - 23:59
Hertz
Hertz
Average 7.7 / 1 review
+16082413803
4000 International Ln, Madison, WI 53704
$57 - $221
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 19:00
Tue:08:00 - 19:00
Wed:08:00 - 19:00
Thu:08:00 - 19:00
Fri:08:00 - 19:00
Sat:08:00 - 16:00
Sun:08:00 - 18:00
Avis
Avis
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
+16082420600
Dane County Regional Airport, 4000 International Lane, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
$59 - $276
Working hours
Mon:08:30 - 23:30
Tue:08:30 - 23:30
Wed:08:30 - 23:30
Thu:08:30 - 23:30
Fri:08:30 - 23:30
Sat:08:30 - 00:30
Sun:08:30 - 23:30
Alamo
Alamo
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
8337492430
4000 International Ln,
$54 - $212
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 23:59
Tue:08:00 - 23:59
Wed:08:00 - 23:59
Thu:08:00 - 23:59
Fri:08:00 - 23:59
Sat:08:00 - 23:59
Sun:08:00 - 23:59
Budget
Budget
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
+16082495544
Dane County Regional Airport, 4000 International Lane, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
$54 - $212
Working hours
Mon:08:30 - 23:30
Tue:08:30 - 23:30
Wed:08:30 - 23:30
Thu:08:30 - 23:30
Fri:08:30 - 23:30
Sat:08:30 - 00:30
Sun:08:30 - 23:30
National
National
Average 7.6 / 0 reviews
8337492429
4000 International Ln,
$58 - $222
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 23:59
Tue:08:00 - 23:59
Wed:08:00 - 23:59
Thu:08:00 - 23:59
Fri:08:00 - 23:59
Sat:08:00 - 23:59
Sun:08:00 - 23:59
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