What’s Available

• Location / Counters: Car rental desks are available in the Arrival Lounge of Tirupati Airport terminal. These include both national/local companies and online platforms.
• Major Providers: • Savaari Car Rentals — can be booked online; has desk at the airport.
  • Self-drive car services (via platforms like SafarCabby) — you can pre-book self-drive vehicles; pick-up from the airport.
  • Local operators and companies like Innova Car Rental offer airport transfer & rental services.

Requirements & Rules

• Driver’s License: A valid Indian driving license is required. For foreign nationals, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory along with a passport copy.
• Minimum Driving Experience: Typically, you must have held the license for at least one year.
• Identification: Original ID proof required; for foreign nationals, passport is necessary.

Types of Rental Services

• With Driver (Chauffeured): Many rental operators provide cars with drivers for airport transfer, outstation trips, temple tours etc.
• Self-Drive: Available for select car models through vendors on platforms like SafarCabby.

Booking & Fares

• Booking: You can book in advance online with providers or through travel / car rental platforms. Some desks allow walk-in booking upon arrival.
• Approximate Cost Examples: • Transfer to Tirumala Hills: around INR 600–650 one way.
  • Local / hourly packages: e.g. Innova local 5-hour package, or 8-hour / 80 km offerings.
  • Per km or per hour charges vary by vehicle type. SUVs and premium cars cost more. Toll, parking, state entry taxes may be extra.

Advantages of Using the Airport Rental Car Desk

• Convenience of immediate pickup on arrival without needing separate transfer.
• Transparent rates at counters; you can verify before booking.
• Familiarity with local road/temple routes by local car rental staff.
• Option to select vehicle suited to pilgrimage / hill driving solutions.

Things to Note / Cautions

• Confirm if the vehicle includes driver, fuel, toll, parking charges — many quotes exclude toll / parking / extra km.
• Verify insurance terms, condition of the vehicle (check for dents etc.) at handover.
• If self-drive, make sure to read fine print: km limits, deposits, fuel policy.
• Peak hours & pilgrim seasons may have higher demand; pre-booking helps.