Everything you need to know about car rentals at the airport

When embarking on a trip, there are many details to consider – one is how to get around your destination. If you have a valid driver's license, renting a car is a convenient way to explore a city or region. If you meet the requirements, you can easily rent a car upon arriving at the airport after your domestic or international flight.

Let's look at what's required to rent a car at the airport, what types of driver’s licenses are accepted, and what's included in the rental fee.

How to rent a car at the airport

If you want to travel around your destination by car, here’s how to rent a vehicle at the airport:

First, if you’re flying on Turkish Airlines, you can rent a car from one of its business partners, Avis or Budget. You can even book the rental as soon as you decide on your flight. Furthermore, you can compare different vehicle options from both companies and discover benefits such as discounts and earning Miles. The process for renting a car is described below.

Complete the form in the link.

After filling out the form, proceed to the next page and select the vehicle that best meets your needs and expectations.

After you’ve chosen a vehicle, you can opt for additional products and services such as snow tyres, an additional driver, or a child seat/child booster seat.

Finally, complete the process by selecting a payment method and renting the car. Booking the vehicle ahead of time will expedite the car rental process at the airport.

What are the requirements for renting a car at the airport?

Renting a car at the airport lets you avoid the need to use public transportation or a taxi, but there are certain requirements for renting a car at the airport. The terms for renting a vehicle at the airport will often vary depending on the rental agency. The conditions for renting a vehicle from Turkish Airlines’ business partners Avis and Budget are described below:

You must be at least 21 years old to rent a car from Avis or Budget.

To rent a car at the airport, you must present your ID card, a bank statement, and current electricity bill as proof of address. Furthermore, if another driver will be using the vehicle, they must also present valid documents.

To rent a car online, before your arrival, simply follow the instructions on the form noted above.

What are the benefits to renting a car at the airport?

When you rent a vehicle at the airport from Avis or Budget after your Turkish Airlines flight, you’ll receive numerous benefits. After joining the Miles&Smiles program, you can rent a car at the airport and earn more than 1,500 extra Miles while also receiving a 30% discount on domestic car rentals. The extra Miles you’ll earn on car rentals will appear in your Miles&Smiles account within six weeks.

Other advantages include the comfort of traveling in your own vehicle, at your own pace. You’ll be able to travel around your destination faster and more easily. In addition, renting a vehicle prevents wear and tear on your own car, especially if you’ll be driving great distances.

How much does it cost to rent a car at the airport?

We cannot provide a clear and fixed amount for car rental prices at the airport. Because car rental prices vary depending on the model of the vehicle, the length of the day or hour you rent, the extra services you select, and the type of customer. In other words, your car hire cost is primarily determined by your requirements.

Enjoy the many advantages of renting a vehicle as a Miles&Smiles member!

You can join Miles&Smiles today and enjoy numerous privileges! In addition to the benefits of vehicle rentals, you can take advantage of offers in other areas such as shopping and accommodation.

To benefit from Miles&Smiles opportunities, you must first join the Miles&Smiles program. After filling out the membership form, you can become a Miles&Smiles member and enjoy all the benefits, particularly the advantages of airport car rentals.