Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental at Cork Airport?

It is not required to do so. However, you are able to purchase a range of protection packages and insurances to reduce your liability.

Can I add an additional driver to my rental?

You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.

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Cars

Trucks

Car rental at
Cork Airport

Cork Airport

24h Return

Address

Kinsale Road, Cork, ., Ireland

Business hours

Mon - Sun

07:00 - 22:00

Public Holidays

07:00 - 22:00

Out of hours

Do you want to return your vehicle outside of opening hours?

Our services at Cork Airport

Cork Airport car rental

It’s important to have reliable transport when in Ireland’s second-largest city, and that’s where SIXT comes in. We offer affordable Cork Airport car rentals and excellent customer service for a comfortable and stylish Irish adventure. Our fleet includes premium sedans and SUVs as well as eco-friendly options. For a more personalized driving experience, add extras to your rental like GPS, child safety seats and an additional driver. Get a sedan if you’ll mostly be in the city or an SUV if you’re planning to venture into the surrounding region.

SIXT's location at Cork Airport

Our SIXT rental station is conveniently located in the terminal at Cork Airport. Just after you leave the baggage claim area, you’ll see our bright orange signage on the left in the arrivals hall. Your car will be waiting for you in the parking lot at the airport. The same parking lot is used for returns, and if you’re coming from Cork, take the M40 westbound and take the N27 exit to Cork Airport and follow the Car Rentals signs back to the parking lot.

Explore Cork with your car rental

With your own set of wheels, you can quickly get to the English Market at the heart of Cork for a taste of the local dishes and some souvenir shopping. Just a short stroll from the market, you’ll find the beautiful St. Patrick’s Street and St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral. Further outside the city center, you can explore the tranquil Fitzgerald Park and Cork Public Museum. If you wish to explore more, drive to the quaint fishing village of Ballycotton for spectacular views from the cliffs and beaches below.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.6

4.589167

Based on 338 reviews

from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.9

4.7

Romain M.

5.0

Great customer experience, one of the most friendly staff I've ever seen in a rental company!

Eva L.

5.0

Smooth process, good car, nice staff! Would recommend!

Rod H.

5.0

Top service, got a surprise with a lovely M3 waiting.

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

Good to know when renting at Cork Airport

What's the minimum age to rent a car at Cork Airport?

To rent a car with SIXT at Cork 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.

Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?

You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Cork Airport through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to rent a car at Cork Airport?

You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.

Easily book a long-term rental at Cork Airport by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.