Your One-Way Rental Car with SIXT
Need to get from point A to point B without the return trip? With a SIXT one-way rental car, you can pick up your vehicle in one city and drop it off at another location—perfect for road trips, relocating, or spontaneous adventures. With a wide network of conveniently located branches in airports and city centers nationwide, SIXT makes it easy to drive your way across the USA and Europe.
One-Way Car Rental in Europe with SIXT
Planning a European one-way road trip With SIXT is effortless! Pick up in one city and drop off in another—even across borders. Choose from airport or downtown locations with flexible 24-hour drop-off. Cross-border restrictions apply to certain vehicle categories. For details on fees, eligible routes, and restrictions, visit our one-way rental europe page or ask our branch managers at pickup.
Special Offers with our One-Way Rental Car Deals
Before you book, have a look at our latest car rental deals and plan your one-way road trip right now! Whether you're relocating, exploring new cities, or flying out of a different airport, SIXT’s one-way car rentals offer the freedom to travel on your terms.
How to Reserve a Car Rental One Way
Booking a car rental one-way with SIXT is quick and easy:
1. Start your booking by entering your pick-up and drop-off locations.
2. Choose your rental dates and select the vehicle category that suits your needs.
3. SIXT will automatically show you availability details.
4. Complete your booking online and get ready for a smooth pick-up and drop-off experience.
Benefits of one-way car rental
Why Choose SIXT for One-Way Car Rental?
- Premium Fleet: Choose from top brands like BMW, Audi, Jeep, and more.
- Unlimited Mileage: Drive as far as you want across the continental U.S.
- Transparent Pricing: One-way fees are disclosed upfront—no surprises when picking up or giving back your car.
- Wide Availability: Rent from hundreds of locations, including major airports and downtown branches.
- Free One-Way Rentals on Select Routes: Enjoy zero drop-off fees on routes in Florida, California, and Nevada.*
A one-way rental has many advantages that can open up your travel possibilities. Some examples of the benefits of a car rental one way with SIXT include:
- Relocating to a new city
- Cancelled flights or last-minute flights are too expensive
- Cross-country road trips in the US or Europe
- Extended travels or vacations

FAQs for one way car rental in the US
What is a one-way car rental?
A one-way car rental lets you return your rental car to a different SIXT location than where you picked it up. It's ideal for:
- Moving between cities or states
- Cross-country road trips
- Flexible travel when flight plans change
- Avoiding round trips to the same location
Whether you're headed from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, New York to Miami, or Chicago to Indianapolis, we’ve got you covered.
Is a one-way rental car more expensive than returning to the same location?
Not always. SIXT offers competitive rates, and we often waive drop-off fees on select routes in the USA. Prices vary by location, date, and vehicle type, but you’ll see all fees during booking in the "Price details" section.
SIXT customers frequently travel between:
- Los Angeles → Las Vegas
- Miami → Orlando
- New York → Washington, D.C.
- San Francisco → Los Angeles
- Denver → Phoenix
Looking for a specific city-to-city route? Explore our one-way route pages for detailed options and deals.
Yes! All standard one-way rentals in the U.S. include unlimited mileage so you can explore without limits.
Yes, you can rent between any SIXT locations in the continental U.S.
Only authorized drivers listed on the rental agreement can drive and return the car.
One-way rentals must remain within the continental U.S. Rentals to or from Canada or Mexico are not permitted.
Car rental one way is usually permitted between all SIXT branches in the US. Certain restrictions and fees apply depending on where you plan to pick up and drop off your vehicle, so use our booking tool to calculate the total price.
If you have a reservation for a one-way rental car where the vehicle is returned in a state other than the state of pick-up, the usual territorial restrictions do not apply. The vehicle may only be used in the continental U.S. and can be driven through any state.
In Hawaii, one-way rentals and rides outside Hawaii are not permitted.
For more information about one-way restrictions, please see the rental information.
A one-way fee sometimes applies when you pick up a vehicle at one location and return the vehicle at another. This fee varies depending on the location and time of year. If you do have to pay a fee, it will be disclosed at the time of reservation, so please use our booking tool to calculate the total price of your planned trip.
One-way rentals within our Florida, California, and Nevada locations are free of charge on selected routes. Please check our terms and conditions as restrictions do apply to this offer.*
SIXT offers some of the best one-way car rental deals with no drop-off fees on many popular routes. Enjoy a wide selection of new, premium vehicles and a seamless rental experience across the U.S. Whether you're heading city-to-city or planning a road trip, SIXT makes one-way travel easy and affordable.
The cost of a one-way car rental depends on the route, vehicle type, and availability. At SIXT, we offer transparent pricing with no drop-off fees on many popular routes. Whether you're traveling between cities or across states, you can enjoy a premium fleet of new vehicles and a smooth rental experience with no hidden surprises.
Check availability and book your one-way rental easily online with SIXT.
- Atlanta to Miami
- Chicago to Indianapolis
- Denver to Las Vegas
- Denver to Los Angeles
- Denver to Phoenix
- Denver to San Francisco
- Orlando to Fort Lauderdale
- Los Angeles to Las Vegas
- Los Angeles to San Diego
- Orlando to Miami
- Phoenix to Las Vegas
- San Diego to Las Vegas
- San Diego to San Francisco
- San Francisco to Los Angeles
- Tampa to Miami
🧭 Plan Your Perfect Route:
Looking to Optimize your One-Way Journey?
Whether you’re planning a scenic drive or managing time between destinations, having the right tools can enhance the experience. We’ve highlighted a couple of useful resources from the SIXT Magazine that many travelers find helpful:
🔗 Plan a Road Trip Using Google Maps
An overview of how Google Maps can support route planning, stopovers, and travel timing.
A look at popular tools that help electric vehicle drivers plan trips with charging stops in mind.

*Check real-time rates when booking. SIXT one-way car rentals are subject to availability at participating SIXT locations in the US and are not free of charge between airport and downtown location in the same city. This offer is subject to change without notice and all rentals are subject to SIXT’s standard terms and conditions. The offer excludes corporate customers. For complete details on the allowances of your rental car, please refer to the rental services information.
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