Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental at Istanbul 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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Your way to SIXT

Go towards the exit in the international arrival hall. Our SIXT branch is located within the rental car section inside the terminal, alongside the other car rental companies. Please follow the signs for car rentals, once you are at the rental car section you will see our SIXT counters.

Mit dem Auto

From the city center (Taksim), go 5 km towards the Büyükdere bus stop and connect to the TEM highway. After 1 km turn right towards Kemerburgaz - Göktürk direction. After about 40 km you will see the airport on your right. Park in the paid parking lot after you pass the police check. Enter the Arrivals terminal and you will see the Sixt branch in the car rental section on the right.

With public transportation

Shuttle vehicles operated by Havaist run between the city center and the airport. Havaist stops are located at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Taksim, Kadiköy and Bakirköy.

SIXT parking

SIXT parking is on the floor R at the airport car park, right after you exit the arrival gates.

Return information

After you pass the police check, follow the sign for the rental car parking and enter the parking lot. Continue straight and you will reach the Tunnel of Light/Isik Tüneli. You can return your SIXT vehicle at this point.

Directions

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Istanbul Airport

Address

Rent a Car Parking Area Tayakadin Mh. Terminal Cd. No1, Istanbul, 34283, Türkiye

Business hours

Mon - Sun

00:00 - 00:00

Public Holidays

00:00 - 00:00

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Our customers love us

4.5 stars from 1,018 reviews at Istanbul Airport.

Open 24 hours

Our Istanbul Airport branch is open all day for you.

More flexibility

Change or cancel bookings at no extra cost at most of our locations worldwide.

Our services at Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport Car rental

When you rent a car with SIXT at Istanbul Airport you get the perfect vehicle for your travel needs. Whether that means a sporty sedan for a fun weekend vacation, a roomy SUV for your family or a large van to take your entire group on a tour of this historic city, SIXT has the perfect car for you. Add on things like a navigation system to keep you heading in the right direction, or child seats to keep your kids safe during the journey.

With SIXT you are also able to book airport transfers in Istanbul to easily get between the airport and city.

SIXT's location at Istanbul Airport

Finding our Istanbul Airport car rental location could not be easier. Our branch at this airport is in the parking area for rental cars outside of Terminal 1. Just look for the counter with distinctive orange SIXT signage. When you are ready to return your vehicle simply follow the signage to the rental car area and return your car to the same parking lot where you picked it up.

Explore Istanbul with your car rental

Use your SIXT rental car to head across the Golden Horn and visit the Galata Tower that offers an amazing panoramic view of the city. If seeing some of the architecture and the history of the region is more your thing, then a visit to the Topkapi Palace Museum can give you just what you are looking for. To shop for local goods as well as arts and crafts in a colorful and vibrant environment, make a trip to the Grand Bazaar.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.5

4.503873

Based on 1018 reviews

from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.7

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

Good to know when renting at Istanbul Airport

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

To rent a car with SIXT at Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to rent a car at Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.

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