Best discount codes for airport pickup & drop-off (2026)

Optimize for convenience — airport counter rentals and airport-adjacent hotels.

Hotel codes for airport pickup & drop-off

Chain	Code	Why it works
Marriott	`MMM (3M)`	3M code at airport Marriott properties — most major airports have one.
Hilton	`00017500 (AAA)`	Hilton airport hotels (DoubleTree, Hampton) accept AAA for 10-17% off.

Company	Code	Why it works
Hertz	`CDP 2031294 (AAA)`	Hertz has counter at every major airport. AAA CDP for discount + Gold Plus skip the line.
National	`Contract 5028252 (AAA)`	National Emerald Aisle at airports — walk to your car, skip counter entirely.
Enterprise	`XZ24A70 (AAA)`	Enterprise airport counters are fastest — known for quick processing.

Airport rentals cost 15-25% more than neighborhood locations due to concession fees. Factor this in.
National Emerald Aisle (Executive status via AAA code) = fastest airport pickup — walk straight to your car.
Hertz Gold Plus Rewards also lets you skip the counter at most airports.
Airport hotels are 10-20% more expensive than nearby properties. Only worth it for early flights or late arrivals.

Fastest airport rental pickup?

National Emerald Aisle — with Executive status (via AAA code), you walk directly to your car. No counter, no paperwork.

Are airport rentals always more expensive?

Yes, 15-25% more due to airport concession fees. But for early/late flights, the convenience justifies the premium.

Best hotel near the airport?

Marriott and Hilton both operate airport properties at most major hubs. Use AAA codes for 10-17% off.

Can I use a shuttle and still get corporate rates?

Yes. Hotel shuttle service is independent of the room rate. Corporate/AAA codes apply regardless of how you get there.