Car Hire at Kerry Airport (KIR)

Yes, booking your car hire in advance through UK Car Rental is almost always cheaper than renting on the day. It also guarantees availability, especially during peak tourist seasons around the Ring of Kerry.

Yes, a selection of our rental partners at Kerry Airport accept debit cards for the security deposit. Use the filter on UK Car Rental to see which companies offer this flexible payment option.

Yes, a pre-authorisation is typically held on the main driver’s credit or debit card when you pick up the car. The amount depends on the car size and insurance excess.

Absolutely. You can add one or more additional drivers at the rental desk when you pick up the vehicle. Additional daily fees usually apply.

The car hire desks at Kerry Airport are conveniently located directly in the arrivals hall of the terminal building. The rental car park is situated just a short walk outside the main doors.

If you provide your flight number when booking online, the rental company will track your flight and hold the car for you, even if you arrive later than expected.

Kerry is a compact, fast-processing airport. Returning your car usually takes less than 10 minutes, but we always recommend arriving at least 2 hours before your flight departs.

Yes, there are several petrol stations within a 5-minute drive of Kerry Airport along the N22 road in Farranfore, perfect for topping up your tank before drop-off.

Yes, one-way rentals are popular in Ireland. You can pick up at Kerry Airport and drop off at Dublin, Shannon, or Cork airports, though a one-way fee may apply.

You will need a full, valid driving licence, a credit or debit card in the main driver's name, and your passport or another valid form of photo ID.

The minimum age to hire a car in Ireland is typically 21. Drivers under the age of 25 will usually have to pay a young driver surcharge and may be restricted from renting certain premium vehicle classes.

If your licence is printed in English (e.g., UK, US, Canada, Australia), you do not need an IDP. If it is in another language, an IDP is required alongside your original licence.

Yes, most car rental providers allow cross-border travel into Northern Ireland. You must inform the rental desk upon collection, and a cross-border fee may apply.

Basic Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Third Party liability are usually included. However, you can purchase additional zero-excess coverage for peace of mind while driving narrow Irish country roads.

Both are available. Manual transmission is standard in Ireland and usually cheaper, but automatics are highly requested. Book an automatic well in advance as supply is limited.

Yes, infant, child, and booster seats are available. It is strongly advised to request them at the time of booking to ensure they are reserved for your arrival.

A compact or mid-sized car is ideal. Roads around the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula can be narrow and winding, making smaller vehicles much easier to navigate and park.

Kerry Airport is located in Farranfore, which is roughly 17 kilometres (about a 15 to 20-minute drive) north of Killarney via the N22 road.

Speed limits are in kilometres per hour (km/h). The limit is typically 50 km/h in urban areas, 80 km/h on local roads, 100 km/h on national roads, and 120 km/h on motorways.

There are no toll roads in County Kerry. However, if you are driving towards Dublin or Limerick, you will encounter toll roads, including the M50 barrier-free toll in Dublin.