Enterprise discounts come from membership programs, corporate accounts, and booking channels — not from asking at the counter

Enterprise offers discounts through specific programs you join before you rent, not through negotiation on the day. The main routes are a membership program called Enterprise Plus, a corporate account through your employer, a travel rewards card that partners with Enterprise, or a booking through a discount aggregator like Autoslash or Hotwire. Each one works differently and saves different amounts depending on your rental length and location.

The discount you receive depends on which program you use and what you're renting. A corporate account might give you 10 to 20 percent off the base rate, while Enterprise Plus membership typically saves 10 percent on most rentals. Booking through a third-party site sometimes undercuts Enterprise's own website, but not always — the lowest price varies by date and location. You cannot combine most discounts, so you need to compare the final price across each option before you book.

Key Takeaways

  • Enterprise Plus is a free membership that gives you 10 percent off most rentals and lets you skip the counter on pickup.
  • Corporate accounts through your employer often offer 10 to 20 percent discounts and may include additional perks like free upgrades or waived fees.
  • Third-party booking sites and travel rewards cards sometimes offer lower rates than Enterprise's website, but you must compare prices for each specific rental.
  • You cannot stack discounts — you must choose one program per rental and compare the final price across all your options before booking.
  • Enterprise discount codes are location-specific and time-limited, so a code that works in one city may not work in another or may expire mid-month.

Enterprise Plus membership and how it works

Enterprise Plus is a free membership program that gives you a 10 percent discount on most base rates. You sign up on Enterprise's website with your email and driver's license number, and the membership is when ready. When you book a rental, you enter your membership number and the discount applies automatically at checkout.

The membership also includes a feature called Express Pickup, which lets you skip the counter and go straight to your car on arrival. This saves time but requires you to have already completed all paperwork online before you arrive. The 10 percent discount applies to most car classes and rental lengths, but some promotional rates and weekend specials are excluded. Enterprise publishes the terms on their membership page, and you can check whether a specific rental qualifies before you book.

Corporate and business account discounts

If your employer has a corporate account with Enterprise, you may receive a deeper discount than Enterprise Plus offers. Corporate discounts typically range from 10 to 20 percent off the base rate, depending on your company's contract. Some corporate accounts also include perks like free equipment (GPS, child seats), waived underage driver fees, or automatic upgrades to the next car class.

To use a corporate account, you need a discount code or account number from your employer's travel department or HR office. You enter this code when you book on Enterprise's website, or you can call the corporate reservations line and provide the code over the phone. The discount applies only to the person whose name is on the corporate account, so you cannot share the code with family members or friends. If you do not know whether your employer has an account, contact your HR or travel coordinator — they can tell you the code and which locations honor it.

Third-party booking sites and price comparison

Websites like Autoslash, Hotwire, and Kayak sometimes show lower Enterprise rental prices than you would find on Enterprise.com. These sites negotiate rates with Enterprise and pass savings to customers, but the discount varies by location, date, and car type. A rental that costs $50 per day on Enterprise.com might cost $40 per day on Hotwire, or it might cost the same — you have to check each site for each specific rental.

When you book through a third-party site, you receive a confirmation from that site, not directly from Enterprise. You still pick up your car at an Enterprise location and use your driver's license and credit card as usual. Read the cancellation policy carefully, because third-party sites often have stricter rules than Enterprise does — some do not allow free cancellation, or charge a fee if you change your reservation. Compare the final price including any fees before you commit, and check whether the third-party site's cancellation terms work for you.

Travel rewards cards and loyalty programs

Some credit cards offer discounts or bonus points when you rent from Enterprise. Chase Sapphire cards, American Express cards, and some airline credit cards have partnerships with Enterprise that give you a percentage off or earn you extra points per dollar spent. The discount or bonus varies by card and changes periodically, so check your card's benefits guide or call the card issuer to confirm what you get.

To receive the discount, you typically book through a special link provided by your card issuer, or you enter a code at checkout on Enterprise.com. The discount stacks with Enterprise Plus in some cases but not others — the card issuer's terms will specify whether you can combine them. If you use a rewards card, you also earn points on the rental, which you can redeem for future travel or statement credits. Calculate the total value (discount plus points) and compare it to the price you would pay through a corporate account or third-party site before you book.

How to find and use Enterprise discount codes

Enterprise publishes discount codes on its website, in email newsletters, and through partner sites. Codes are usually tied to a specific promotion (for example, "10 percent off weekend rentals" or "free upgrade on weekly rentals") and are valid only during a set date range. A code that works in June may not work in July, and a code valid in New York may not work in California. Always check the terms before you book to confirm the code applies to your rental dates, location, and car class.

To use a code, enter it in the "Promo Code" or "Discount Code" field when you book on Enterprise.com. If the code does not explore to your rental, the website will tell you why — for example, "This code is not valid for this location" or "This code expired on June 30." You cannot force a code to work if it does not may have access to, so if you see an error message, try a different discount method instead. If you have a corporate account or Enterprise Plus membership, those are usually better options than a random code anyway.

Comparing your discount options side by side

The best way to find your lowest price is to check all four routes for the same rental and compare the final cost. Start by getting a quote on Enterprise.com with your Enterprise Plus membership number. Then check the same rental on Autoslash and Hotwire. If you have a corporate account, get a quote using that code. If you have a travel rewards card, check whether there is a special booking link and get a quote through that.

Write down the base rate, any discounts, and the total cost for each option. Do not forget to include taxes and fees — some third-party sites show a lower base rate but add fees that Enterprise does not charge. Once you have all four prices, book through whichever option is cheapest. If two options are the same price, choose the one with the most flexible cancellation policy or the one that earns you rewards points.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Enterprise Plus and a corporate discount code at the same time?

No. Enterprise requires you to choose one discount per rental. If you have both, compare the final price using each one separately and book with whichever gives you the lower total. Most corporate accounts offer a deeper discount than Enterprise Plus, so the corporate code usually wins.

Do Enterprise discount codes work at all locations?

No. Codes are location-specific and time-limited. A code valid in Los Angeles may not work in Denver, and a code that expired on the 30th of the month will not work on the 31st. The website will tell you if a code does not explore to your rental before you complete the booking.

What happens if I book through a third-party site and need to cancel?

Cancellation policies vary by site. Hotwire and Priceline often do not allow free cancellation, while Autoslash and Kayak usually do. Read the terms before you book. If you cancel, contact the third-party site directly — do not call Enterprise, because they did not process your reservation.

Do I earn rewards points if I book through a third-party site?

Usually not. When you book through Hotwire or Autoslash, Enterprise does not know you are an Enterprise Plus member or rewards cardholder, so you do not earn points. If earning points matters to you, book directly on Enterprise.com or through your credit card's special link instead.

Is the price on Enterprise.com ever higher than on third-party sites?

Yes, sometimes. Third-party sites negotiate their own rates with Enterprise, and those rates can be lower than what Enterprise charges on its own website. Always compare prices across all options — the cheapest choice changes depending on the location, date, and car type.