Yes, it is also considered a one-way rental if you return your rental car to a different location to the pick-up site, but in the same city.
Some – not all – rental companies are accommodating here and do not charge for these short one-way distances. If in doubt, contact your on-site rental company directly. The situation is different in London, however, with its many airports: Here, the one-way fee is often very high.
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