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Car rental at Cork Airport

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Top tips for renting a car at Cork Airport

  • If you’re looking at car hire at Cork Airport, then you’ll find plenty of options for rental companies that can offer competitive rates. Renting a car is a popular choice with tourists especially with the accessibility of the airport from Cork city and surrounding areas such as Blarney Castle just north of the city, Ballycotton on the south coast and various other picturesque places along the coast. You can access major roads such as the N27 into Cork’s centre, which takes around 15min to drive, while the N22, N25, N28, N40 and N71 roads are all comfortable drives to surrounding towns, coastal and rural areas.
  • If you’re thinking of travelling around the southern coast of Ireland without any issues, then car hire at Cork Airport is the perfect way. In Cork and its surrounding areas, renting a car has several advantages over using public transport, especially as local transport links tend to become less frequent and less reliable away from the city. If you want to get away from the city and experience the stunning views that this area has to offer, then having a rental car is essential. It allows you the time to explore the region without having to wait for connecting buses or trains to more rural sites.
  • Cork Airport car hire is a very straightforward process. Once you’ve collected your luggage you will find all the various car hire companies in the arrivals area where all the desks are located. Once you’ve signed everything and been given the keys, your car will only be a short 3–5min walk away from the airport building. To help with a speedy service, make sure to book your car in advance of your flights through KAYAK; that way you’ll get a better price and you’ll be on your way much faster.
  • When renting a vehicle, be mindful that companies that offer car hire at Cork Airport may have different policies in place regarding the time the car needs to be returned. To make sure you avoid incurring any additional charges, remember to check the company policy prior to booking. You may find that some policies are more flexible than others, like that of Avis which has 24h drop-off service, while others such as Hertz, Budget and SIXT all require you to contact them directly to request an out-of-hours drop-off. Also keep in mind your company’s office hours, as each company differs from the other.
  • Book your rental car at Cork Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car at Cork Airport

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

    To finalise your rental agreement, you must provide a valid driving licence, your passport and a credit or debit card to process payment if you haven’t prepaid. In addition, if you booked your vehicle online prior to your arrival, you must present your booking confirmation. Note that some companies may require additional proof of your home address, so it is advised you double-check the rental company’s policy.

  • What additional services do car hire companies offer at Cork Airport?

    There are various additional services that car hire companies at Cork Airport offer. If you want to keep your carbon emissions down, hybrid cars are available to rent through Europcar. Other extras include Roadside Assistance Plus services, which are offered by Avis and Budget in addition to help should you lose your keys or experience a flat battery and other possible unfortunate scenarios. Various companies offer insurance that includes a collision damage waiver and theft coverage, as well as unlimited mileage but make sure to check this prior to booking. Payless provide can supply an excellent rate with the same coverage; check out their deals through KAYAK.

  • What types of vehicles are available when hiring a car at Cork Airport?

    As there are a lot of car hire companies to choose from at Cork Airport, you shouldn’t have any issues with finding the right vehicle for you and your journey, be it a city tour or a coastal drive. From SUVs to estate cars to hatchbacks, and many different models like Ford, Volkswagen, Hyundai and Renault, your needs should be met. To really get an idea, check out KAYAK’s extensive range of deals.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Cork Airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Cork Airport to off-airport locations include Ace, Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, CARHIRE.ie, Dollar, Dooley Car Rentals, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Europcar.

Cork Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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Alamo

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Great - Eoin was a legend, sorted us out

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2023

Economy

KAYAK
This was a great experience! Shirish was amazing at pick-up. Incredibly helpful and attentive. Shawna was great at drop-off and helped make sure we got our deposit back. Thanks for an easy rental!

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

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Ground Floor

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Sixt

7.8

Good

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

7.8

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Kinsale Road

+353 1 235 2030

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Agent in Cork was very friendly with lots of info on things in the area. Car was a bit small for 4 adults and luggage but it worked. Only thing I didn’t like was the insurance thing. When I booked Kayak indicated we needed insurance so I bought some from their partner since none of our credit cards cover Ireland car rentals. But at the agency we were told what we bought wasn’t enough and had to buy more from them. Feel like I got ripped off.

10.0 Wonderful

raymond, Nov 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything was perfect. Easy pickup and drop off and car was clean and drive seamlessly. Price was an extra bonus considering how expensive rentals can be.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The people at the rental location were so helpful, friendly, and went out of their way to be helpful.

2.0 Poor

Zulfiquar, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Incorrect billing done for 2 days whereas I had booked only for a day

1 out of 2

Budget

7.0

Good

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

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Arrivals Hall

+353 21 431 4000

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4.0 Mediocre

Stephen, Aug 2023

Economy

KAYAK
A very clear warning that booking via Kayak on the American Website would reduce insurance rights as opposed to booking on apparently the same site in UK

1 out of 1

Avis

6.8

Okay

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

6.4

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Arrivals Hall

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2022

KAYAK
I had to pay about 140 euros separately, because despite taking out additional insurance, I had to leave an extra guarantee of 2,000 euros. Bad information. I never rent through the website again and my recommendations towards your service will be very bad.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Easy pick up drop off. Patient attendant answering our many questions regarding directions & sites. Will rent again…thanks

10.0 Wonderful

JIM, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Friendly and helpful staff at Avis - had to speak direct to Avis as Priceline were difficult to contact

10.0 Wonderful

Mary, Jul 2021

KAYAK
Don’t like the drop off at cork airport Carol and Scott were so helpful Would rent again from Avis

1 out of 2

Easirent

6.0

Okay

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

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Cork Airport - In Shuttle

+353 21 236 3163

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Fantastic service cannot fault the process at all. Would recommended and would 100% use the service again.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2022

KAYAK
everything went smooth and the contactperson was very helpful and friendly

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2022

KAYAK
Easirent does not have a kiosk at the airport and requires you to call them for a car pickup, which is difficult if you don’t have an Irish phone number (SIM cards aren’t available for sale at the Irish airport).The location of the actual car pick-up, once you get there, is less than desirable. The booking site also doesn’t state that you’re almost required to buy additional insurance when you buy the car AND you have to vacuum out the car yourself before returning it. Stick with a bigger name rental company, you’ll thank yourself later.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2022

KAYAK
Disaster is too kind a word. Dont go there. Why is this company on the Kayak site!

2.0 Poor

Darran, Jan 2022

KAYAK
They didn't have the car I wanted when I showed up. No other options at the time. No communication between Kayak and the company. Ended up getting screwed by having to rent last min during the holidays.

1 out of 2

Europcar

6.0

Okay

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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.5

Value for money

6.0

One location in Cork Airport

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Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+353 21 240 0100

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
On return - after a short rental I was fully charged the excess for 1 item that there was no way I would have checked when assessing damage the black wall above the wheel was missing - I would never have thought to look there and 100% certain it did not fall off when I was driving. I feel it is a scam and a rip off. Will never rent from them again and will not recommend them to anyone I know.

2.0 Poor

Philip, Jul 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Beware, they will try every way possible to pressure you to take their CDW. Currently this involves requiring you to have written documents showing you have coverage (typically most credit cards provide this). Even then they have hidden this requirement in small print and if you have booked via a reseller like kayak, then it is further hidden via a very small link. Oh, they will pre-authorize your credit card or bank card for 5000 euros per rental. Yes, you read that correctly. 5000 euros. Customer service is grumpy and says it’s the customers issue or th “system” issue. Go elsewhere. Preferable not Ireland. Sorry.

Hertz

6.0

Okay

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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Airport

+353 21 496 5849

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2.0 Poor

Robert, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Need to stop this insurance scam.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2022

KAYAK
Nice clean car. Helpful staff,

Dollar

2.0

Poor

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Ap

+353 21 496 5849

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Arrived at desk and told insurance not included also that the extra hire insurance I had bought from AIG wouldn’t cover me either. The price then went up To include insurance over 100 extra. Also advise never to book on an American website. Be very aware. Buying on these sites and the insurance coverage. Won’t be using this site or dollar again.

Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Cork Ap

+353 21 496 5849

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keddy by Europcar

9.0

Wonderful

One location in Cork Airport

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Main Terminal Cork Airport

+353 212 400 100

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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FLIZZR

8.0

Very good

One location in Cork Airport

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Sixt Rent a Car, Kinsale Road

+353 1235 2030

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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National

8.2

Very good

Best rated

One location in Cork Airport

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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DRIVALIA

5.6

Fair

2 locations in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Airport - In Shuttle,Airport East Business&Technology Park,CORK,Ireland

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Cork Airport

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GREEN MOTION

4.2

Mediocre

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Airport

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24 Hour Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+353 1234 5678

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CARHIRE.ie

No score available yet

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

1844 1944

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Dooley Car Rentals

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One location in Cork Airport

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Cork Airport

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Irish Car Rentals

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One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork airport

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Payless

No score available yet

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Airport

+353 21 242 7392

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

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Smile Rent

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One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Cork Airport

Locations in Cork Airport

Cork Airport

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34 travelers who rented a car in Cork Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.5

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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