All car hire operations are centralised at the Car Rental Village, a dedicated area located outside the terminals. To facilitate passenger transfers, a free shuttle bus service operates every 10 minutes from the terminals.
Car hire companies:
Requirements to hire a vehicle
To hire a car in the United Kingdom, you will generally need to meet the following basic requirements:
- Driving licence: It must be valid and held for at least one year (in some cases, two). If your licence is not in Latin characters, you may be required to present an International Driving Permit.
- Minimum age: Most agencies require drivers to be at least 21 years old. Drivers under 25 are usually subject to a “young driver” surcharge.
- Identification: A valid passport or official identity document.
- Credit card: A credit card in the name of the main driver is required to place the security deposit.
- DVLA code: UK residents must provide a driving record check code obtained from the DVLA website.
Recommendation: It is advisable to book in advance, especially during holiday periods, to ensure availability and secure better rates.