Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental at Southampton Airport?

It is not required to do so. However, you are able to purchase a range of protection packages and insurances to reduce your liability.

Can I add an additional driver to my rental?

You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.

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Car rental Southampton Airport

Southampton Airport

24h Return

Address

Mitchell Way, Southampton, SO18 2NL, United Kingdom

Business hours

Mon - Fri

08:00 - 20:00

Sat - Sun

08:00 - 16:00

Public Holidays

08:00 - 20:00

Out of hours

Do you want to return your vehicle outside of opening hours?

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Our customers love us

4.8 stars from 614 reviews at Southampton Airport.

Flexible returns

Don't worry when you bring your car back with 24hr returns.

Drive Luxury

Rent one of our top luxury models at our Southampton Airport branch.

Our services at Southampton Airport

Car Rental at Southampton Airport

Rent a car in Southampton Airport with SIXT and find the vehicle you want at a price you can afford. Our fleet of cars are, on average, less than 3 months old, meaning you will be driving a vehicle with the latest features and technology. We offer something for every occasion, whether you need a luxury car like a sports car or convertible, something roomy like an SUV or minivan, or an economy model. You can easily find a car rental for a business trip or family vacation in Southampton. Book a car online at the Southampton Airport and add some of our useful extras for a seamless trip. We offer add-ons like GPS, child seats, and additional drivers. Let SIXT rent a car at Southampton Airport help get you on the road quickly and easily!

SIXT at Southampton Airport (SOU)

You can find this international airport in Eastleigh, located in Hampshire about 4 miles from central Southampton. For passengers arriving on a flight, you can find the SIXT office by exiting the terminal and following signs to the short stay parking lot. This is directly opposite the terminal entrance and exit.

What to See and Do with a Car Rental in Southampton

This historic port city has plenty to offer visitors. Located on the southern coast of England, it is known for being the city where the Titanic departed from on its final voyage. You can find out more about the Titanic and see an interactive model at the SeaCity Museum. Those who are more interested in things that can fly can visit the Solent Sky Museum and see its collection of vintage aircraft. The Tudor House and Gardens gives you a taste of old England with its collection of homes built in the 12th and 14th centuries and gardens. Whatever your plans after you fly into the Southampton Airport, let us get you on the road in a stylish rent a car!

Customer reviews & feedback

4.8

4.75641

Based on 614 reviews

from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

What our customers are saying

4.9

4.8

Michael M.

5.0

Hired a car for a short trip to Southampton. After doing this I noticed some really bad reviews on all sorts of sites like trust pilot, TripAdvisor and Google. I was nervous about renting a car after this. However I have to say I had zero issues at all. Matt sorted a lovely car all ready for our arrival. It was spotless and damage on car matched paperwork. I checked in on the app and paid the deposit and nothing further was needed. The car seat was organised, clean and Matt helped with luggage to the car. Good directions for getting out and everything explained that was needed. The return was super quick, easy and no issues, again Matt was on hand and explained everything. I would definitely book a car again with Sixt, can't understand why there are so many terrible reviews, for all car hire companies! Maybe people only post the negatives? The one thing I would say is the insurance to reduce any excess is worth it. It does double the cost of the car, but gives piece of mind knowing if there are any small issues there won't be any disputes. I just looked at the cost per day with the excess already added on and decided if it's worth it or not and picked a car that matched the price I wanted to pay. Also when returning, add on a few more hours, my flight was at 4pm so I selected return for 4pm even though it would be back well before. There is no price difference as they are charged per day not hour - I seen a few comments re charges for late returns so this helps sort this. Big thanks to Matt for everything.

Sal S.

5.0

We were very impressed with the process of hiring a car with Sixt in Southampton. First and foremost, the customer service was five stars. Thank you to the team, everyone was a delight to deal with. A very warm and friendly team, who definitely put the customer first, which is rare for hire car companies. We hired a small car to ease through the stunning UK countryside. The car was brand new, spotless and overall an excellent drive. We had the car for one week and it was very comfortable. The process was very efficient from pickup to drop off, and the staff were an absolute pleasure to deal with each time, they were also accommodating when we need to adjust our pickup time. We returned the car to the Heathrow Airport, it was very easy to navigate to the drop off zone using Google Maps and the Sixt signage as you entered the short term car park in the airport. We use Sixt for all our car hires, approximately five extended trips a year, and definitely recommend using Sixt for your car hire.

Kerri F.

5.0

We couldn’t recommend Sixt more highly for their professionalism, friendly demeanor, customer service and local knowledge. We will definitely use them again.

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at Southampton Airport. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting at Southampton Airport

What's the minimum age to rent a car at Southampton Airport?

To rent a car with SIXT at Southampton Airport 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?

You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Southampton Airport through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to rent a car at Southampton Airport?

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.

Easily book a long-term rental at Southampton Airport by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.