Car Hire at Inverness Airport
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Mini
Fiat 500
or comparable
£13.52
per day
Economy
Vauxhall Corsa
or comparable
£17.44
per day
Compact
Vauxhall Astra
or comparable
£18.09
per day
Intermediate SUV
Nissan Qashqai
or comparable
£22.29
per day
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Standard
Skoda Octavia
or comparable
£30.05
per day
Full-size
BMW 3 series
or comparable
£37.58
per day
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class
or comparable
£41.71
per day
Intermediate Elite
BMW 3 Series
or comparable
£61.47
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:45 on 10/12/2024. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+44
Average car hire price
£30 per day
Average car hire length
6 days
Speed limit within city centre
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
96 - 112 km/h or 60 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average petrol price
£1.42 per litre or £5.38 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.40 per litre or £5.30 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.55 per litre or £5.87 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Inverness Airport is also known as Port-adhair Inbhir Nis in the local Scottish Gaelic language.
Top international routes
- London
- Bristol
- Amsterdam
- Manchester
- Birmingham
- Belfast
Main airlines
Loganair, easyJet, Flybe, British Airways, KLM, and Air Europa
Terminals
The single passenger terminal serves all international and domestic flights.
Location
Inverness Airport is about 13 km (8.1 mi) northeast of Inverness. Motorways 9309 and A96 along with Millburn Road, Harbour Road, and Longman Road are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of hire car
- Station wagons - starting at £29 per day
- Large cars - starting at £20 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £15 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £43 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £37 per day
- Small cars - starting at £14 per day
- SUVs - starting at £17 per day
Car hire desks
Some are located inside the airport terminal while others are located at the Inverness airport depot, which is next to the terminal and which you can easily reach on foot by following the signs. The exact location of your car hire company's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
Inverness Airport is quite small, but it has a few bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. There are also shops, including a bookstore, a newsstand, and a clothes store, but there’s no duty-free shopping. You’ll also find several ATMs, baby changing facilities, first aid services, a photo booth, and an interfaith prayer room. The airport is equipped for passengers with reduced mobility, and special assistance can be requested, but you should contact your airline at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service.
Nearest petrol station
Oilfast Limited gas station, located at 12B, Dalcross Industrial Estate, Culloden, is right next to the airport and can be reached in about two minutes. But keep in mind that this gas station in only open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on workdays and is closed on weekends. There are many other gas stations in and around Inverness. The closest to the airport is Tesco Petrol at 1A Eastfield Way, which can be reached in about 12 minutes and is open 24/7.
Popular one-way hires
- Edinburgh (261 km / 162 mi)
- Glasgow (280 km / 174 mi)
- Southampton (951 km / 591 mi)
- Aberdeen (156 km / 97 mi)
- London (924 km / 574 mi)
- Coventry (756 km / 470 mi)
Airport information
Inverness Airport (INV)
- IATA: INV
- ICAO: EGPE
- Name: Inverness Airport (INV)
- Distance from the city centre: 8.1 miles / 13 km
Top 20 locations near Inverness Airport
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Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire at Inverness Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Inverness Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day at Inverness Airport
The best month to hire a car at Inverness Airport is November — when the average price for a hire is £21.84 per day. This is 41% less than the yearly average and 62% less than hiring a car in May (when the average price is £57.56 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Inverness Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars depends on the time of year: in May, the average hire length is 8 days, while in January, it is only 5 days.
Average number of hire days at Inverness Airport
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Inverness Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Inverness Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in June in comparison to hiring a car in in February.
Monthly searches at Inverness Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car hire information
| Popular suppliers | Keddy, Arnold Clark, Alamo, Enterprise, SIXT |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Small cars, Medium cars, People Carriers |
| Lowest price | £14 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Keddy |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keddy | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Citroen C3 Aircross | 5 | 1 | SUVs |
| Keddy | Vauxhall Astra | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Keddy | Vauxhall Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Arnold Clark | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Arnold Clark | Kia Ceed | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Alamo | Nissan Juke | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Keddy | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Alamo | Vauxhall Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Arnold Clark | Renault Kadjar | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
FAQ
Can I use my credit card insurance?
All of the hire cars at Inverness Airport include basic coverage. You may have to decline this coverage to be able to use your credit card insurance. You should contact your credit card company and the rental supplier to find out.
Is it cheaper to rent online or directly at the office when I receive the vehicle?
It is usually cheaper to book a car ahead of time online. The rate is usually lower and you can compare multiple suppliers.
Can I still pick up a car at the airport if I am not flying into it?
Yes, most companies at Inverness Airport do not require a boarding pass to be able to pick up a car, though you may have to pass a credit check or provide additional documents if you are a local resident.
Will I receive a refund if I cancel my reservation?
The reservation can be cancelled without charge up to 48 hours before the pick-up time.
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
MH
United Kingdom
Vauxhall Corsa
05/08/2024
Travelled up to relatives in Caithness. Super trips to Dunnet Head, John o Groats, the Flow Country And out to Sutherland's north coast.
SM
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
03/07/2024
Overall good, may be we are bit unlucky to get an old model car which e should have checked it and asked for a different model, before leaving the airport. 
CM
United Kingdom
Vauxhall Corsa
24/05/2024
We stayed in Nairn with family. such a beautiful place and beaches are amazing. People so friendly.
BS
United Kingdom
Vauxhall Crossland
03/11/2023
Scotland, what else can I say.....
CW
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
25/10/2023
We travelled to Inverness for a family wedding which was lovely. As we had two free days we visited Loch Ness and Inverness Town.
RK
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
18/05/2023
We drove the NC500, and spent a couple of days in the Cairngorms. Great hill walking most days. Beautiful northwest coast beaches!
JY
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
26/04/2023
Fab scenery great weather 
AB
United States of America (USA)
Ford Focus
20/04/2023
All over Northern Scotland - Isle of Skye - Uig, Portree, the Quiraing, the Storr. Highlands - Coire Gabhail, Dalwhinnie Distillery, the bottom part of Ben Nevis, the Ben Nevis Inn for dinner. Edinburgh - just everything about Edinburgh <3
SH
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
26/09/2022
The Highlands of Scotland are very beautiful but remote make sure you check your car very carefully before you leave the airport ,garages are very few and far between.
RP
United Kingdom
Nissan Qashqai
29/09/2021
fabulous trip and the car was faultless
PD
United Kingdom
Vauxhall Corsa
10/09/2021
The North Coast 500 is a breathtaking road trip - the Highlands of Scotland offer spectacular experiences and vistas.
SW
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
02/08/2021
Touring the west highlands provided spectacular views and the beaches at Scourie and Oldshoremore well worth a visit. Closer to Inverness we visited Glen Affric Nature Reserve. Great walks an fantastic views. Make sure not to miss the magnificent Plodda Falls.
MF
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
08/07/2021
Enjoyed a trip around Loch Ness and a lovely scenic drive up to Ullapool and back.
CS
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
16/06/2021
Excellent car hire and pick up from airport
NM
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
26/05/2021
Great price, pick up to and from airport. Great, friendly service
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Arnold Clark
9.5 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Routes Car Rental
7.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
33
Total rental companies
11
Average daily price
£30.27
Lowest daily price
£13.52
Total cars available
206
Top 11 suppliers at Inverness Airport in 2024
+441463723720
Harbour Road, Inverness IV1 1UF
£28 - £61
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 16:30
Tue:08:00 - 16:30
Wed:08:00 - 16:30
Thu:08:00 - 16:30
Fri:08:00 - 16:30
Sat:08:00 - 16:00
Sun:09:00 - 15:00
Keddy
+4403713841121
TERMINAL BUILDING
£14 - £29
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:30
Tue:08:00 - 21:30
Wed:08:00 - 21:30
Thu:08:00 - 21:30
Fri:08:00 - 21:30
Sat:08:00 - 17:00
Sun:10:30 - 21:30
Avis
+4403445446017
Inverness Airport, Dalcross, Inverness, IV1 7JB, United Kingdom
£18 - £118
Working hours
Mon:08:30 - 21:30
Tue:08:30 - 21:30
Wed:08:30 - 21:30
Thu:08:30 - 21:30
Fri:08:30 - 21:30
Sat:08:30 - 20:45
Sun:10:30 - 21:30
Enterprise
+4401667708888
Car Rental Centre, Inverness Airport, Dalcross
£17 - £84
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:00
Tue:08:00 - 21:00
Wed:08:00 - 21:00
Thu:08:00 - 21:00
Fri:08:00 - 21:00
Sat:08:00 - 21:00
Sun:08:00 - 21:00
Europcar
+4403713841121
Dalcross, Inverness IV2 7JB
£17 - £65
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:30
Tue:08:00 - 21:30
Wed:08:00 - 21:30
Thu:08:00 - 21:30
Fri:08:00 - 21:30
Sat:08:00 - 17:00
Sun:10:30 - 21:30
SIXT
+442070188246
Unit 2, Dalcross Industrial Estate, Inverness IV2 7XB
£20 - £60
Working hours
Mon:09:00 - 18:00
Tue:09:00 - 18:00
Wed:09:00 - 18:00
Thu:09:00 - 18:00
Fri:09:00 - 18:00
Sat:09:00 - 18:00
Sun:09:00 - 18:00
Alamo
+4401667708888
Unit 1 Site 6 Dalcross Ind Est,
£18 - £97
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:00
Tue:08:00 - 21:00
Wed:08:00 - 21:00
Thu:08:00 - 21:00
Fri:08:00 - 21:00
Sat:08:00 - 21:00
Sun:08:00 - 21:00
Budget
+4403445446017
Inverness Airport, Dalcross, Inverness, IV1 7JB, United Kingdom
£17 - £118
Working hours
Mon:08:30 - 21:30
Tue:08:30 - 21:30
Wed:08:30 - 21:30
Thu:08:30 - 21:30
Fri:08:30 - 21:30
Sat:08:30 - 20:45
Sun:10:30 - 21:30
Hertz
+4408433093037
Site 13 B-C, Dalcross Industrial Estate, Dalcross, Inverness IV2 7JB
£19 - £35
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:30
Tue:08:00 - 21:30
Wed:08:00 - 21:30
Thu:08:00 - 21:30
Fri:08:00 - 21:30
Sat:08:00 - 17:00
Sun:08:00 - 17:00
Dollar
+4408433093037
Site 13 B-C, Dalcross Industrial Estate, Dalcross, Inverness IV2 7JB
£19 - £30
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:30
Tue:08:00 - 21:30
Wed:08:00 - 21:30
Thu:08:00 - 21:30
Fri:08:00 - 21:30
Sat:08:00 - 17:00
Sun:08:00 - 17:00
Routes Car Rental
+443713841121
Terminal, Inverness IV2 7JB
£19 - £30
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 21:30
Tue:08:00 - 21:30
Wed:08:00 - 21:30
Thu:08:00 - 21:30
Fri:08:00 - 21:30
Sat:08:00 - 21:30
Sun:10:30 - 21:30
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