Originally Posted by
jetBlueNYFL
Just check with your rental car company how much the extra charge would be to return to LGB. I've found, mainly with Hertz, it is usually only a few bucks if that when the locations are so close to one another. It can't hurt to ask and avoid any headache on the airline end of things. Unfortunately, schedules do change from time to time, but I would recommend looking into returning the car to LGB as it may cost nothing or a few bucks.
Hadn't booked the car yet. Ran a few "simulations" last night, with Thrifty, Hertz, and National, and it was basically $100 extra for each one, dropping off at LGB after renting at LAX. I think I may just stay over at an airport hotel, using points, and take the damn noon flight the following day. Drop the car as scheduled, and just have a relaxing morning at the hotel and shuttle over to the airport.