That depends on where you’d like to go. Downtown Jacksonville, about 11 miles from Jacksonville, NC Airport (OAJ-Albert J. Ellis), can be a little tricky to drive around. Make things easy for yourself by renting something compact, fuel-efficient, and simple to handle. Take into consideration that Jacksonville is an excellent base to explore some of the sandy shores in Onslow County. If your escape is more about cruising down highways, you may want a ride with a bit more comfort and room to move about. How about an SUV or a full-size car?