National Car Rental at St. Thomas Airport
An independent guide to National for business and frequent travelers at St. Thomas — Emerald Club, airport pickup, premium vehicles, and long-term rentals.
Verify current policies when booking.
For frequent renters and business travelers
National is oriented toward frequent renters and business travelers. At Cyril E. King Airport (STT), National provides rental service for professionals on assignment, repeat visitors, and travelers who value efficiency. The fleet spans intermediate through premium categories, accommodating both practical city driving and executive travel needs in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Emerald Club at St. Thomas
Emerald Club is National's frequent-renter loyalty program; enrollment is available directly through National. At participating locations, enrolled members may, where offered, access certain service conveniences such as expedited pickup or the ability to choose from eligible vehicles in a reserved class. The specific features available at STT — and any associated terms, fees, or qualifying criteria — should be confirmed with National when booking or through your Emerald Club account. This guide does not guarantee any particular benefit and does not represent that every Emerald Club feature operates at this location.
Airport pickup with National
National's rental facility is off-terminal and reached by complimentary shuttle from the terminal — there is no counter inside the arrivals hall.
- 1Retrieve luggage after landing at Cyril E. King Airport.
- 2Follow “Rental Car” signage to the shuttle pickup curb.
- 3Take the National shuttle to the on-airport rental facility.
- 4Complete the rental agreement at the counter.
- 5Emerald Club members may follow a streamlined process where offered — confirm at STT.
Premium & SUV options
National's St. Thomas fleet includes intermediate and full-size cars, SUVs, and — subject to availability — premium and luxury options suited to executive travel or special occasions. Vehicle availability is not guaranteed; confirm the classes offered for your dates during reservation.
Long-term rentals for extended assignments
For business travelers on extended assignments or frequent visitors staying several weeks, National offers monthly and long-term rental arrangements that may provide better value than repeated short-term rentals. Qualification, minimum duration, and pricing are set by National and confirmed through official channels — inquire when booking.
St. John ferry policy
Payment requirements
National frequently asked questions
What to confirm before booking
Rental terms, fees, vehicle availability, and shuttle procedures can change. Confirm these details directly with the rental company before you book.
- Confirm the pickup location and current shuttle instructions for Cyril E. King Airport (STT).
- Verify the vehicle class offered for your travel dates — SUVs, Jeeps, and minivans have limited availability.
- Ensure you have a major credit card in the renter's name; debit cards, prepaid cards, cash, and mobile payments are not accepted.
- Confirm driver requirements, including a valid license, minimum age, and any young-renter surcharges.
- All rental vehicles from Enterprise, Alamo, and National are authorized for St. John travel via the vehicle ferry — no vehicle-type restrictions. Ferry schedules, fees, and operating conditions are controlled by third parties and may change.
- Review cancellation, modification, and fuel return policies on your reservation.
- Confirm current counter operating hours for your pickup and return dates.
Reserve with National at St. Thomas Airport
Book through the official National reservations link and confirm pickup details for Cyril E. King Airport.
Reservations are completed securely on the selected brand's official website.