Car Hire at Edinburgh airport (EDI)
List of car rental agencies that operate within the Edinburgh airport (EDI)
Subject to change: schedules, listed companies and contact details may change due to commercial decisions or operational updates, so it is always advisable to check availability on the official website of the car rental company before booking.
Edinburgh Airport features a consolidated Car Rental Centre located in a separate building just a short distance from the terminal. Access is quick and easy via a covered walkway that connects directly to the multi-storey car park.
Car Rental Companies
Requirements to Rent a Vehicle
To rent a car at Edinburgh Airport, you will generally need to meet the following requirements:
- Driving Licence: Must be valid and issued at least 12 months prior to the rental. If your licence is not in English, it is strongly recommended (and sometimes mandatory) to present an International Driving Permit.
- Minimum Age: Most rental companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old. Drivers under 25 are usually subject to a “young driver” surcharge and may face restrictions on vehicle categories.
- Credit Card: A credit card in the main driver’s name is required for the security deposit. Debit or prepaid cards are generally not accepted for this purpose.
- Identification: A valid passport or national identity document.
- Check Code: If you hold a UK driving licence, you may be required to generate a code on the DVLA website so the rental company can check your driving record and penalty points.
Latest updates: February 11, 2026
5 tips for renting a car abroad
- Make sure your driver's license is valid in the destination country. Some countries also require an International Driving Permit (IDP). Keep in mind that the IDP is not valid on its own: it must always be carried together with your national driver's license.
- Check the documents and insurance required by local traffic laws, and what coverage is included in your rental (collision damage waiver, third-party liability, deductible).
- Learn the traffic rules of the destination country: speed limits on highways and city streets, right of way at intersections without traffic lights, blood alcohol limits, tolls, etc.
- Check which side of the road traffic drives on, and whether the steering wheel is on the same side as in your home country.
- Know what to do if you are involved in a traffic accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.
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Facilities and Lounges
Transportation
Overnight Stay
Parking
Disabled Passengers
Airlines
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Arrivals
Facilities and Lounges
Transportation
Overnight Stay
Parking
Disabled Passengers
Airlines
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Disabled Passengers
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