Car hire Iceland
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* The prices were calculated on 04.06.2023 for a 4 days prepaid rental at Keflavik International Airport starting on 11.06.2023. Our prices fluctuate daily and this offer is not guaranteed.
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SIXT car hire in Iceland
Exploring the Nordic island of Iceland and its dramatic landscape has never been so easy with a SIXT car hire in Iceland. With SIXT branches offering seamless vehicle hire, including at Keflavik International Airport, only a short drive from Reykjavik, the adventure of a lifetime is closer than you think. Hire a 4x4 to explore one of the 31 active and extinct volcanoes on the island. Or hire a convertible and take in the stunning scenery that awaits you at every turn. With convenient locations to collect and drop off your car hire in Iceland, and a broad range of vehicles available, this beautiful country is waiting to be explored.
SIXT Services in Iceland
No matter how long your trip to Iceland is, our service is flexible around how long you need to hire your vehicle for. If it’s a weekly rental or a weekend rental, there are a number of cars available at affordable prices. Hire a saloon to carry your luggage, a minibus if you have the whole family with you or a luxury car if you have somewhere important to be. Bookable extras, such as a child seat for your little one, or a sat nav so that you don’t get lost, allow you to enjoy you hire stress-free.
Best places to visit in Iceland
- *Reykjavik: *The capital city Reykjavik is a great place to start when exploring Iceland. Visit the National and Saga museum to learn about the country’s Viking history. Take a short drive to Grindavik and enjoy the Blue Lagoon spa, a striking example of Iceland’s volcanic activity.
- Lake Myvatn: Visit Lake Myvatn in the north of the island and enjoy the volcanic rock formations and the Myvatn Nature Baths where you can soak up the mineral-rich waters. A 20-minute drive away you’ll find Námafjall Mountain where you can enjoy a small hiking trail.
- Jökulsárlón: Visit Jökulsárlón to see the incredible ice lagoons. You can hire boat tours to take you on this thrilling ride. You'll be sure to see glaciers and also seals! It eventually leads into a waterway out to the Atlantic ocean, lined by an amazing black sand beach.
Winter 2023/21 in Iceland
A natural winter wonderland, Iceland is the perfect trip during the colder months. If you’re lucky you may get to see one of nature’s most amazing spectacles, the Northern Lights. Hire a 4x4 and drive up to Thingvellir National Park where you’ll get an unobstructed chance of seeing aurora borealis. Alternatively, get your heart pumping with a trip to one of Iceland’s ski resorts where you can enjoy some exhilarating slopes before before settling down to some traditional Icelandic cuisine.
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Good to know when renting in Iceland
Payment Methods
We accept all major forms of credit card besides Diners Club. Unfortunately, in Iceland we cannot accept debit or prepaid cards.
Flexible Booking Options
If you decide during booking you want to pay on arrival this also allows you to cancel the booking for free any time up to the day of pick-up.
One-Way Car Hire
You can check in the booking tool whether it's possible, which it often is, to select a separate drop-off location.
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Customer reviews & feedback
4.2
Based on 1112 reviews
Vehicle return
(4.6)
The way to Sixt
(4.4)
The vehicle
(4.4)
Ignacio R.
(4.0)
The car and the staff were great. The only problem was that costumers are supposed to have a credit card, which I don´t, so the pick up took more than 30 minutes and at the begining they could not assure me that I was going to take the car. Finally everything worked with my debit card.
K. S.
(5.0)
Staff is very accommodating. New trainee, Karlo (sorry I am butchering your name!) was very pleasant and answered all of our questions. Return was a breeze too. The electric vehicle was fun to drive and provided us the capabilities needed for the terrain to reach our destination.
Kostas P.
(5.0)
Very friendly and helpful. Ready to give solutions. Thank you James and Zsolt.
Becky W.
(5.0)
Had an exceptional experience at the Sixt location at Keflavík Airport in Iceland. The person assisting us was James. I highly recommend you seek him out. He thoroughly explains everything, shares helpful tips, and makes sure you are well aware of the repercussions of getting caught speeding. We had an electric AWD MG SUV that was brand new. It handled exceptionally well and the maps were already set to English for us. We definitely received first class service.
William G.
(5.0)
Sixt was great to hire from when we arrived in iceland, James on the desk was super helpful to help plan our trip and advise us on how to save money on toll roads etc. Thanks James.!
Sergio D.
(5.0)
Well, all the car hire companies in Iceland have a lot of very bad reviews, among the "least worst" reviews I have hand picked Sixt.
Based on other people experiences we decided to grab the full insurance coverage and refuel the car by ourselves before return it a week later.
As per reviews suggestions on the collection day we checked every single part of the car looking for dents, scratches and any faulty thing. I took loads of photos and my wife had some videos as evidence thinking ahead on the return date, actually the agent recommended us to do that as well. Even after perform all these visual checks I called the agent to personally show him some small scratches, as per other people reviews recommendation.
The only unexpected expense was he offered us a "sand & ash protection" policy which pays any damage excess OVER 2000 EUR. In case of a strong storm or a volcanic eruption car painting can get damaged and it is supposed that the full protection policy doesn't cover it. Despite we additionally had our personal full car coverage policy from UK we decided to grab it just in case.
We asked him if they had free WiFi in their office and he offered us a WiFi mobile spot instead to take with us for 10 EUR a day. Neither O2 nor Vodafone roaming data services worked and based on previous bad experiences buying local SIMs abroad we decided to take it. We all four were using it on our trip through SW Iceland and it was pretty useful, I recommend it mainly for families or groups.
I drove 1.300+ km with no issues, just one day last strong blizzard.
Return date came over and we refueled on the service station next to Sixt office located turning the corner.
All the return process was OK, no issues, I have had no extra charges since February when I hired the car.
I know it can sound as lot of work to hire a car in Iceland, but it is worth to do it, you are free to go wherever you want, just try to use paved roads in order to avoid any inconvenience.
Tip, next to the main office entrance door there is a kind of umbrella stand containing an angled mirror, it is intended to check the car bottom body so you don't have to kneel looking for any hidden damage.
P.
(5.0)
Satisfied with the service. It’s not always easy with sixt, but this office was able to manage my needs. The customer service is excellent
Robert H.
(5.0)
These guys are top notch!! Great service, I had an electric car this time and it was perfect, not having to worry about fuel the whole time. Most places in Iceland have electric charging stations. New MG
elodie r.
(5.0)
All was good ! Thanks to James
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FAQs about car hire in Iceland
Crossing Borders
In Iceland it is not possible to cross any borders in your SIXT car hire. However, it is allowed to take the car by ferry from the mainland to the smaller islands of Iceland.
Under-25 Car Hire
In Iceland you can hire a SIXT car from as young as 20 years old, be aware though that this limits choice in cars and includes a surcharge.
Driving Licences
Your UK licence will be accepted. Driving licences with non-Roman alphabet, e.g Japanese, Chinese, must be accompanied by an international driving permit.
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Iceland?
To rent a car with SIXT at Iceland you need to be at least 20 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?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car in Iceland.
What documents do I need to hire a car in Iceland?
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.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Iceland?
Whether you’re planning to stay in Iceland or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Iceland?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
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