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Car rental at Irkutsk airport

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Rental companies at the airport

Car rental companies operating at Irkutsk airport (IKT) and where to find them. The airport is 8 km from Irkutsk. See also the airport guide for general information.

Car hire is a convenient option for exploring the Irkutsk region and Lake Baikal. The offices of the rental agencies are located on the ground floor of the Domestic Terminal.

Car Hire Agencies

Requirements to Hire a Vehicle

To hire a car at Irkutsk Airport, foreign drivers must meet the following standard requirements:

  • Minimum age: Generally, drivers must be at least 21 or 25 years old (depending on the vehicle category and the agency). Drivers under 25 may be subject to an additional fee.
  • Driving licence: It is mandatory to present a valid physical national driving licence. It is recommended to carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) together with the original licence, especially if it does not include a translation into Cyrillic.
  • Passport and visa: You must present your original passport with the entry stamp or a valid visa.
  • Credit card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required for the security deposit (excess). Please note that, due to current international banking restrictions, it is advisable to check in advance with the agency whether cards issued outside Russia are accepted.

Companies, opening hours and desk locations can change. Check with the rental company before booking.

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Tips for renting a car in Russia

  1. Check that your driver's license is valid in Russia. Some countries also ask for an International Driving Permit (IDP), which is only valid together with your national license.
  2. Review what the rental includes: collision damage waiver, third-party liability and the deductible. Most companies also hold a deposit on a credit card in the driver's name.
  3. Learn the local rules before you drive: speed limits, right of way, alcohol limits and tolls.
  4. Check which side of the road traffic drives on and where the steering wheel is.
  5. At pickup, photograph the car (inside and out) and the fuel level, and keep the photos until the deposit is returned.
  6. Know what to do in an accident: who to call, what to document and how to report it to the rental company.

Find the rental desks and parking on the IKT airport map.

Not driving? See other ways to get to and from IKT. Returning the car or picking someone up: parking at IKT.

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