Don’t expect a simple toggle at checkout on avis.com. You usually need an AWD code through WeSalute or USAA to see actual price cuts. Also, check off-airport locations instead of terminal counters. Airport concession fees will easily eat whatever 15% discount you get. Keep your CAC or vet ID ready at pickup.

Avis definitely doesn’t do birthday promos. Honestly, don't waste time waiting for an email coupon. Just grab an AWD code instead. Pop a Costco or AAA number into the discount box at checkout, or link your Amazon account to get roughly 30% off base rates plus an Amazon gift card rebate.

Never pay retail on Avis. If you don't have a corporate code, link your Amazon account for their AWD discount plus 10% back as an Amazon gift card. AARP's code is solid too, and nobody checks membership. Just drop the AWD into the discount box before searching, not at checkout.

Sign up for Avis Preferred just to bypass the desk, but heads up: your very first rental usually forces you to show your license at the counter anyway. After that, look for your name on the board and head straight to the stall. Don't pay rack rate either; stack an AWD code from Costco or Amazon.