Sixt car rental at Phuket Airport

About Sixt

Sixt is a German rental company founded in 1912. At Phuket Airport its orange counter is on the first floor of the Domestic Terminal arrivals hall, on the left before the exit. Returns are at the Domestic Terminal, gate 3.

A wide range from economy hatchbacks to premium SUVs and, in some groups, electric cars. Sixt is a good pick if you land in the evening, as its desk stays open until midnight.

Desk location & address

The orange pin is the Phuket Airport desk; blue pins are other places where Sixt usually appears in our search. Zoom out to see them.

How to find the desk

Domestic Terminal arrivals hall, 1st floor – on the left before the exit (orange counter). From International arrivals, walk or take the short shuttle to the Domestic Terminal. Returns: Domestic Terminal, gate 3.

Picking up your Sixt car: step by step

1. Land and collect your bagsRental desks and meeting points are after customs. Switch your phone on – the supplier may call or message if they meet you.
2. Go to the Sixt deskPhuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hall, 1st floor – orange counter (returns at gate 3).
3. Show your documentsLicence, International Driving Permit, passport, credit card in the main driver's name and your voucher. The deposit is blocked on the card.
4. Check the carWalk round the car with the staff member, film a slow video and make sure every mark is written on the damage sheet. Check the fuel level.
5. Drive awayFollow the exit signs to Route 402 – south for Phuket Town and the beaches, north for the mainland.

Returning the car

Follow the "Car Rental Return" signs on the airport approach road and allow about 30 minutes before you need to check in. Return the car with the agreed fuel level and keep the last fuel receipt. Ask for a signed return slip; the deposit is released to your card after the check, which can take a few working days.

What to bring to the Sixt desk

• Driving licenceFull and valid, held for at least one year (two with some suppliers).
• International Driving Permit1949 Geneva Convention type. Needed with most non-ASEAN licences.
• PassportThe original – a photo on your phone is not enough.
• Credit card in the main driver's nameFor the security deposit. Debit cards are often refused.
• Booking voucherPrinted or on your phone. It shows the desk and what is included.
• Flight numberLets the supplier wait for you if your flight is late.

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