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Car rental at
Edinburgh Airport

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Additional Information

From domestic arrivals

You will receive your rental car from SIXT. Follow the signs for "car rental", exit the terminal building from any exit and follow the covered walk-way. The walk-way leads past the Airport Plaza and the Edinburgh Tram stop, the Car Rental Centre is at the end of the walk-way. The car rental centre is located just 300m from the terminal. Please use https://what3words.com/ and enter the following to view our branch location - 'chefs.tunnel.verge'.

From international arrivals

You will receive your rental car from SIXT. Exit the terminal and walk alongside the front of the building past the bus stops, then follow the covered walk-way. The walk-way leads passed the Airport Plaza and the Edinburgh Tram stop, the Car Rental Centre is at the end of the walk-way. "car rental" is well sign posted from all areas of the terminal. The car rental centre is located just 300m from the terminal. Please use https://what3words.com/ and enter the following to view our branch location - 'chefs.tunnel.verge'.

Return Information

Navigate to our SIXT branch at Car Rental Centre, Edinburgh, Ingliston EH12 9FS. Please note that most navigation will take you via the airport drop off area which will incure a charge. Instead, follow the instructions below. Once you arrive at the airport, follow the "Rental car park" signs at the roundabout that has the 3 hotels (Hilton, Moxy, and Hampton). Head onto Eastfield Avenue, where you will find the car rental area on your left. Follow the SIXT and "Return" signs. Park your vehicle in the return area at the far end of the car rental section. A SIXT agent will be there to collect your key and assist with your return.

Directions

55.94816970825195, -3.3652780055999756

Edinburgh Airport

24h Return

Address

Car Rental Centre, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Business hours

Mon - Sun
06:30 - 23:00
Public Holidays
06:30 - 23:00

Out of hours

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4.6
Our customers love us
4.6 stars from 6,367 reviews at Edinburgh Airport.
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Our services at Edinburgh Airport

Our car hire services at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Sixt offers quick and easy rental cars at Edinburgh Airport, and you can count on us to ensure your top range hire car is great value. Our branch is located at the Airport Car Rental Centre and we are open all day every day, from 7am to 11pm, including on Sundays and bank holidays. We also offer 24 hour car hire return so that you can fit your car hire around your schedule, no matter your flight or travel schedule. With our easy to find location and extended opening hours, we offer optimum convenience and flexibility. Plus you can use your phone to choose your hire car when you come to collect it - simply download the

Customer reviews & feedback

4.6
4.6354065
Based on 6367 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.9
Vehicle handover
4.7
The way to SIXT
4.6
The vehicle
Costache M.
5.0
Look for Magdalena, she’s very nice and professional. She switched the reserved car into a nicer one without paying any difference.
andres v.
5.0
Magdalena from Edinburgh, she is the best !!!
M.
5.0
Staff names kaine and his manager were extremely friendly and went out of their ways to help me out. Amazing service

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at Edinburgh Airport. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting at Edinburgh Airport

Is it possible to book a specific car model with SIXT?

When booking with SIXT, you choose a vehicle category rather than a specific model. This gives you flexibility while ensuring you always get a car that fits your needs. Looking for something particular? Certain locations let you pick your exact model — simply check the options available at your chosen branch during the booking process.

Are there mileage limits on rental cars at Edinburgh Airport?

At Edinburgh Airport, unlimited mileage is included with most of our rentals, giving you the freedom to hit the road without counting miles. Keep in mind that certain vehicle categories or special rates may come with mileage restrictions. We recommend reviewing your booking confirmation or reaching out to our team for full details.

Is it possible to rent a car on short notice at Edinburgh Airport?

Last-minute rentals are not a problem. SIXT regularly has vehicles available for same-day bookings at Edinburgh Airport. For the best chance of getting your preferred car category, booking ahead is always the safest bet. However, if you're in a pinch, check our website or app for real-time availability and grab your car in just a few clicks.

To rent a car with SIXT at Edinburgh Airport you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply. These rules vary from country to country, so please check our rental information for more detailed information before you book.

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