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Your Sixt Car Hire in Cork
Located in one of the most picturesque areas in the world, Sixt car hire in Cork can provide affordable rental vehicles for your trip. Our Cork branch can be found next to Cork airport, only a short drive from the centre of Cork and the south-west coast of Ireland. You can pick up a car for a day, a weekend, or as long as you need for the road trip of a lifetime.
Distance to Spike Island
- From Cork Airport: 17.5 miles, about 29 minutes
- From Cork city centre: 14 miles, about 29 minutes
Nano Nagle Place is a restored convent and is the perfect place to while away an afternoon. With pretty gardens, a bookshop, and a cafe selling tasty treats, it has something for everyone. Make sure to check out the heritage centre too.
Distance to Nano Nagle Place
- From Cork Airport: 4.4 miles, about 12 minutes
- From Cork city centre: 0.4 miles, about 14 minutes
The impressive Camden Fort Meagher was built to protect the city of Cork, and today it's run by a team of knowledgeable volunteers. It is a short drive from the airport and offers great views across the sea.
Distance to Camden Fort Meagher
- From Cork Airport: 11.9 miles, about 27 minutes
- From Cork city centre: 13.3 miles, about 36 minutes
Business Destinations
Murphy's Brewery is the home of the famous Murphy's Irish Stout, and is one of the largest industrial spaces in Cork. It is a major employer in the city.
Distance to Murphy's Brewery
- From Cork Airport: 5.2 miles, about 16 minutes
- From Cork city centre: 0.6 miles, about 7 minutes
Cork University Hospital is a large teaching hospital that receives doctors, nurses, and other medical business travellers from across Ireland. It is located less than 15 minutes' drive from Cork city centre.
Distance to Cork University Hospital
- From Cork Airport: 5.1 miles, about 14 minutes
- From Cork city centre: 2.5 miles, about 14 minutes
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Good to know when renting in Cork
Added Extras
We offer a range of useful add-ons like sat nav, child seats, protection packages, extra drivers and more. Each can be included for a small fee.
Flexible Hiring Options
Trips and holidays are always subject to change so if you decide to pay later cancellation is free up to the day, simply select the option during booking.
One-way Car Hire
If you are finishing the trip at a different location in Ireland select the other branch using the online booking tool to see if this is available.
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Customer reviews & feedback
4.5
Based on 760 reviews
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Susanne O.
(5.0)
The staff at SixtCarHire at the airport of Cork ist highly efficient, good fun to deal with and excellent in all processes !!! Easy handling - perfect service. I can only recommend them as your next partner in concerns of car hire
Lynda M.
(5.0)
Highly recommend Sixt, very friendly helpful staff, they were brilliant and helped and sorted a car for us when another company couldn't/wouldn't help!! Will definitely be using them again and a big thank you to the staff at Cork Airport.
Louise K.
(5.0)
The lovely staff at Sixt, cork airport, were so helpful to me and my partner when another car company would not give us a car that we paid for and left us stranded. They helped to get us the best deal and ensured us that everything would be okay, they even gave us some recommendations of good spots to visit whilst in Ireland. They were so friendly and made sure that we were OK before setting off. I would definitely hire through them again and honestly want to thank them for being so helpful and making sure we weren’t on the next flight home!! Thank you!
Cristina M.
(5.0)
Great customer service. Big thank you for the overall experience.
Dawn B.
(5.0)
I have never had such a brilliant service with a car hire company. I was travelling with my elderly mother and the guys at the desk at cork airport could not have done more to help, both on collection and return. Best customer service I’ve had ever.
Florencia S.
(5.0)
The experience renting a car at Sixt was extremely seamless. Lorcan at the desk was welcoming, friendly and efficient. I highly recommend this company! Thank you!
Tom W.
(5.0)
Sixt at Cork Airport we’re outstanding. Easy to find, smooth handover, excellent modern vehicle (Corolla Hybrid) and best of all easy and quick return. Some renters try to rip you off claiming all kinds of spurious damage and forcing you to pay excess charges…not Sixt. Heartily recommend the company and definitely use them again
Cari W.
(5.0)
Staff at the airport desk were very friendly and helpful.
Picking up the car and dropping it off was easy. The car was in great conditions, comfy, smooth ride. Reliable, I would hire again and recommend. Thank you :)
Sinead T.
(5.0)
Great, friendly efficient service. I would recommend Sixt for car hire.
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FAQs about car hire in Cork
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Cork?
To rent a car with SIXT in Cork 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?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car at Cork.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Cork?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Cork. A fee may apply.
What do I need to rent a car in Cork?
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 Cork?
Easily book a long-term rental at Cork by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Cork?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Can I add an additional driver to my rental?
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.