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SIXT Car Rental in Fort Myers
Headed to Southwest Florida? You can pick up a car rental in Fort Myers at many convenient locations, including at the Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Getting a rental car in Fort Myers is easy when you have 24-hour access to our friendly customer service team.
When you rent a car in Fort Myers, you can choose from a variety of premium cars, whether you want a luxury convertible to zip from beach to beach or an economy car for day trips. Whether you need a rental for a weekend or long term, we’ve got you covered.
Driving Tips for Fort Myers
Once you pick up your car rental in Fort Myers, your adventure begins. Keep these tips in mind for a stress-free experience:
- Rush Hour: I-75 and Highway 41 can become congested in the early morning and late afternoon, so avoid these roads at such times when possible.
- Inclement Weather: This part of Florida sometimes gets heavy rains and flooding is possible, so always keep an eye on the weather report for the area.
- Share the Road: As a popular beach destination, you will likely encounter lots of pedestrians and cyclists. Always drive carefully and share the road safely.
- Roundabouts: In Florida, drivers are not required to come to a complete stop at roundabouts, so be prepared to enter the traffic flow at a low speed.
These and our other tips for driving in Florida will help you drive safely in Fort Myers.
Best places to visit in and around Fort Myers
With your own rental car in Fort Myers, you can explore the area to your heart’s desire. Don’t miss some of the area’s main attractions:
- Head to Fort Myers Beach: This is a beach destination, so you’ll definitely want to drive to Fort Myers Beach. You’ll find plenty of paid garages and lots nearby.
- IMAG History and Science Center: This science center and aquarium boasts plenty of interactive exhibits that the entire family will love. Parking is free at the IMAG.
- Day Trip to Miami: Miami is only about a 2.5-hour drive from Fort Myers, so you can explore the vibrant arts scene and hit the renowned beaches on the Atlantic side for a day.
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Good to know when renting in Fort Myers, FL
If your plans might change, our flexible booking option is for you. Choose to pay on arrival and you can cancel your rental for free.
All of our standard rentals come with unlimited miles, so you can explore the city as much as you like.
Some SIXT branches allow rentals with a debit card and 2 forms of government-issued ID. Please check the payment methods with the branch you want to rent from before booking.
All drivers need a valid driver’s license. International renters also need their passports, as well as an international driving permit if the license uses a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic.
You can rent a car from SIXT in the US if you are 21 or older. An underage driver fee applies. Some car categories require the driver to be 25 or older.
For added fun in sunny Fort Myers, book a convertible. Groups will find an SUV both spacious and versatile.
Yes. SIXT places a temporary hold on your credit card at pickup for the amount of the deposit. For payments with debit cards, please refer to our rental information for more details about deposits. The amount depends on the location and vehicle. Please check for more details on payment information in this article.
In the U.S., generally a minimum of $200 will be charged to the payment method for security purposes. The deposit for high-value vehicles may be higher. Non-airport locations in Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Illinois have higher minimum authorization amounts. Additional details on the deposit can be found in this article.
Reservations are by vehicle category (“or similar”), not by an exact model. When a "guaranteed model" option is shown for your dates and location, selecting it reserves that specific model. Otherwise, you’ll receive a comparable car in the same group with similar size and performance subject to availability.
The exact mileage policy for your booking is shown during the reservation process, so you’ll know what’s included before pickup.
Vehicles rented at most SIXT locations in the contiguous United States may be driven throughout the contiguous states. Travel into Canada must be in accordance with our geographical restrictions, which can be found in our rental information. Travel to Mexico is not allowed. If you drive outside authorized areas, a fee of $0.50 per mile will apply.
All renters and authorized drivers must present a valid, unexpired, original driver’s license at the time of rental. Renters with a non-U.S. driver's license may also need to provide a valid passport or other government-issued ID. Licenses in non-Roman alphabets (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic) must be accompanied by an international driver’s license. If the license is from a country not in the international driver’s license treaty, an official translation is required. See our rental information for full driver’s license and age requirements.
