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No. 2 of 7 at DUB

Sixt

at Dublin Airport

Shuttle
Counterwise Score 6.9 out of 10, rated Mixed.Medium consensusCheck prices ↓

At a glance

  • Sixt at Dublin Airport is ranked No. 2 of 7 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 6.9/10 (Mixed).
  • The Sixt desk is off-site, reached by shuttle from Dublin Airport (ride time not confirmed yet).
  • A credit card in the main driver's name is required; the typical deposit is €2,000.
  • Fuel policy: full to full. Opening hours: Daily 05:00–01:00.
  • Main red flag from travellers: Several recent reviews report large charges after return (about EUR 150 to EUR 2,000) for damage, a tyre or an accident, in some cases despite paid cover or assurances at the desk that nothing would be charged. One review says an erroneous charge was refunded after photo evidence was sent. A Tripadvisor review from January 2026 also reports a missing refund and hidden fees..

Based on 273 reviews analysed · Last updated · How scores work

The short version

Based on about 216 usable written Google reviews from the last 2-3 months (plus 56 star-only ratings), most travellers report quick handovers, friendly staff, good cars and frequent free upgrades at this off-site, shuttle-served desk. A minority report serious problems: large post-rental damage or accident charges, pressure to buy desk cover when insurance was arranged elsewhere, and cars with defects. Web sources are mixed and the review window is short, so the picture is positive but not free of risk.

AI-assisted summary of 273 recent Google reviews and web reports, reviewed by our editor on 12 November 2026. How we do it

Score breakdown

Each sub-score is out of 10. Higher is always better for you. How the weights work

Deposit & damage disputes(30% of score)

Mixed6.5/10

How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches. Based on 17 reports · medium confidence.

Counter upselling(20% of score)

Mixed6.0/10

Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure. Based on 16 reports · medium confidence.

Booking honoured(20% of score)

Mixed7.0/10

Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter. Based on 30 reports · medium confidence.

Queue time(15% of score)

Great8.0/10

Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys. Based on 25 reports · high confidence.

Car condition(15% of score)

Mixed7.5/10

Cleanliness, mileage and mechanical state of the cars handed out. Based on 40 reports · high confidence.

How this score was built

  • AI analysis of reviews and web reports (the sub-scores above, weighted): 6.9 · counts 70%
  • Star ratings on review platforms, rescaled against all desks we rate: 8.0 · counts 30%
  • 27 of 300 recent reviews excluded as unreliable (other locations, solicited staff praise, duplicates). How we clean reviews
  • Pulled 16% toward the airport average, because recent reviews are few (81 after weighting by age).

Medium consensusOur independent signals mostly agree, with some differences.

What travellers flag

Red flags (4)

  • Several recent reviews report large charges after return (about EUR 150 to EUR 2,000) for damage, a tyre or an accident, in some cases despite paid cover or assurances at the desk that nothing would be charged. One review says an erroneous charge was refunded after photo evidence was sent. A Tripadvisor review from January 2026 also reports a missing refund and hidden fees.tripadvisor.com
  • Several recent reviews say staff pressed them to buy the desk's own insurance, did not accept cover bought elsewhere or via a broker without a very large card hold, or added fees at the desk. Yelp and a December 2025 review site report similar upselling.yelp.comyelp.comreviewcarhire.com
  • About 10 recent reviews report vehicle problems such as dirty or damaged cars, low engine oil, tyre faults, a broken seat adjuster or a mirror coming off. Several say the car was replaced or repaired, sometimes after a long wait.
  • A handful of reviews describe difficulty finding or reaching the off-site return area, an overcrowded car park, or returning out of staffed hours without clear instructions.

Green flags (5)

  • Counter service is described as friendly and efficient in a large majority of written reviews, with many mentioning handovers within about 10-15 minutes and regular shuttles.
  • Around 15 recent reviews report a free or low-cost upgrade or the exact booked car, and the desk is reported open late (a customer landing after midnight was served).
  • About 8 reviews say staff explained cover and costs without pushing extras, and several say there were no surprise charges at return.
  • Several reviews describe fast roadside help or car swaps after punctures or faults, with some costs reimbursed.
  • Several reviews say a detailed return report or condition email arrived within a day, giving renters clarity about damage.

Practical facts

LocationOff-site, by shuttle (ride time not confirmed yet)source
Opening hoursDaily 05:00–01:00source
Credit card requiredYes, in the main driver’s namesource
Typical deposit€2,000source
Fuel policyFull to fullsource
Shares the desk withFlizzr

“Not confirmed yet” means we have not verified that fact yet. We never guess.

Sources

Web pages behind this rating’s facts and flags, found through search APIs. The review analysis also used 273 recent Google reviews of this desk, which we do not republish.

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Sixt at Dublin Airport: questions and answers

Is Sixt at Dublin Airport any good?

Sixt at Dublin Airport has a Counterwise Score of 6.9/10 (Mixed) and is ranked No. 2 of 7 desks at the airport. Main green flag: Counter service is described as friendly and efficient in a large majority of written reviews, with many mentioning handovers within about 10-15 minutes and regular shuttles.. Main red flag: Several recent reviews report large charges after return (about EUR 150 to EUR 2,000) for damage, a tyre or an accident, in some cases despite paid cover or assurances at the desk that nothing would be charged. One review says an erroneous charge was refunded after photo evidence was sent. A Tripadvisor review from January 2026 also reports a missing refund and hidden fees..

Do I need a credit card to rent from Sixt at Dublin Airport?

Yes. Sixt at Dublin Airport requires a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit.

How much is the deposit at Sixt at Dublin Airport?

The typical deposit at Sixt at Dublin Airport is €2,000. The lowest starting deposit at this airport is at Enterprise (€250).

Where is the Sixt desk at Dublin Airport?

The Sixt desk is off-site, reached by shuttle from Dublin Airport (ride time not confirmed yet). It shares the counter with Flizzr.

What are the opening hours of Sixt at Dublin Airport?

Sixt at Dublin Airport is open Daily 05:00–01:00. Fuel policy: full to full.

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