Most airport rental shuttles circle the terminals all day. Ours at Orlando works differently, and it’s the single thing most likely to leave you standing at the curb wondering where we are.
You have to call for it. Here’s how that works, plus everything else worth knowing before you land at MCO.
Calling the shuttle
Once you’ve landed and collected your bags:
- Call (407) 549-1020
- Listen for the terminal pickup zones, then press 2 to request the shuttle
- Head to the pickup point for your terminal and wait there
If you miss part of the message, press 1 to hear it again or 9 to go back to the main menu.
Where to wait
- Terminal A: bus stops A-11 to A-13
- Terminal B: bus stops B-11 to B-13
- Terminal C: bus stops C-276 or C-277
Save that number in your phone before you fly. Airport wifi can be patchy and you don’t want to be digging through a booking confirmation to find it.
Finding us
Our branch is at 1265 Pine Ave, Orlando, FL 32824, a short ride from the airport. We’re open 7am to 10pm, seven days a week.
Those hours matter if you’re on a late flight. MCO handles plenty of evening arrivals, and a delayed landing can put you outside our opening times. If your flight is scheduled to land after 9pm, it’s worth having a backup plan.
What you need at the counter
Your driver’s license is the main thing. It needs to have been valid for at least a year.
Visiting from outside the US? Bring a second piece of ID alongside it: a passport, a government-issued ID card or an international license. Your own national license is fine, you just can’t use it on its own.
You’ll also need a payment card in the driver’s name.
On age, the minimum is 21. If you’re between 21 and 24 there’s a young driver surcharge, and you can book economy through full-size cars. Larger vehicles and specialty models start at 25.
Sharing the driving with someone? Bring them with you. Additional drivers have to be at the counter to go on the agreement, and they need to be 21 or over. We can’t add anyone once you’ve driven off.
Choosing your insurance
You can buy Collision Damage Waiver from us when you pick up. It runs between $19 and $29 a day depending on the length of your rental.
Or bring your own. A lot of US auto policies and credit cards include rental coverage. If you’re going that route, bring written proof on the day. Without it you’ll end up buying CDW at the counter anyway, which tends to be the more expensive way round.
If you already live in Florida
Renting without a return flight booked comes with a few extra requirements.
You’ll need proof of your own comprehensive, collision and liability insurance in your name. We may also ask for a recent utility or cell phone bill, dated within the last three months, showing an address that matches your license.
Vehicle choice is narrower too: compact, intermediate, full size, intermediate SUV, minivan and van.
None of this applies if you’re traveling on official government business, on military leave, or with an approved CID number.
Driving around Orlando
Orlando is a driving city. The theme parks sit well outside downtown, the distances between them are bigger than they look on a map, and rideshare costs add up fast once you’re making the trip daily.
Two things to know before you set off.
Tolls. Central Florida runs a lot of toll roads, and several are cashless. Ask us about toll arrangements when you pick up so you’re not caught out on the first morning.
Parking. The major parks charge daily parking on top of admission. Factor it in when you’re comparing the cost of driving against other options, though for most trips a car still works out cheaper and far less restrictive.
Beyond the parks, a car opens up the parts of Central Florida most visitors never see. Leu Gardens, the Orange County Regional History Center and downtown Orlando’s food scene are all worth the drive.
Bringing the car back
Return the car to our branch and take the shuttle to the terminal. Leave a little more time than you think you need, particularly in the morning rush.
Book your Orlando rental
Check rates and availability on our Orlando branch page, browse all our locations, or start your booking on the DriveMore homepage.