No. 2 of 6 at BRU
Northwind Rent
at Brussels Airport
At a glance
- Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport is ranked No. 2 of 6 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 8.3/10 (Great).
- The Northwind Rent desk is in a nearby car park or building, about 5 minutes on foot from the terminal at Brussels Airport.
- A credit card in the main driver's name is required; the typical deposit is €250–€500.
- Fuel policy: full to full. Opening hours: 06:30–23:00 daily.
- Main red flag from travellers: Queues of 30+ minutes reported on Friday evenings.
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The short version
Northwind's company-run Brussels desk is one of the most reliable at the airport. Deposits are modest and disputes are rare. The main complaint is the Friday-evening queue.
AI-generated summary of 1,286 traveller reviews, checked by our editors. How we do it
Score breakdown
Each sub-score is out of 10. Higher is always better for you. How the weights work
Deposit & damage disputes(30% of score)
Great8.5/10
How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches.
Counter upselling(20% of score)
Mixed7.8/10
Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure.
Booking honoured(20% of score)
Great8.8/10
Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter.
Queue time(15% of score)
Mixed7.6/10
Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys.
Car condition(15% of score)
Great8.4/10
Cleanliness, mileage and mechanical state of the cars handed out.
What travellers flag
Red flags (1)
- Queues of 30+ minutes reported on Friday evenings
Green flags (3)
- Company-run desk (not a franchise)
- Low, predictable deposit
- Booked car category almost always available
Practical facts
| Location | Nearby car park or building, about 5 min on foot from the terminal |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | 06:30–23:00 daily |
| Credit card required | Yes, in the main driver’s name |
| Typical deposit | €250–€500 |
| Fuel policy | Full to full |
| Shares the desk with | Northwind Select |
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Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport: questions and answers
Is Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport any good?
Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport has a Counterwise Score of 8.3/10 (Great) and is ranked No. 2 of 6 desks at the airport. Main green flag: Company-run desk (not a franchise). Main red flag: Queues of 30+ minutes reported on Friday evenings.
Do I need a credit card to rent from Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport?
Yes. Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport requires a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit.
How much is the deposit at Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport?
The typical deposit at Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport is €250–€500. The lowest starting deposit at this airport is at Brightway Hire (€200–€1,000).
Where is the Northwind Rent desk at Brussels Airport?
The Northwind Rent desk is in a nearby car park or building, about 5 minutes on foot from the terminal at Brussels Airport. It shares the counter with Northwind Select.
What are the opening hours of Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport?
Northwind Rent at Brussels Airport is open 06:30–23:00 daily. Fuel policy: full to full.
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