Pick up your rental car the moment you land at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS). No deposit blocked, no credit card required. Pay by debit card or cash and drive straight into Georgia.
Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) is Georgia's main gateway and the first stop for most visitors arriving from Europe, the Middle East or Central Asia. Whether you are flying in on Wizz Air, Ryanair, Turkish Airlines or Georgian Airways, you will land at this modern terminal 17 kilometres southeast of central Tbilisi. The fastest way to explore the country - from the capital's old town and sulfur baths to the mountains of Kazbegi and the Black Sea coast at Batumi - is to rent a car right at the airport.
4Drive offers car hire at Tbilisi Airport (TBS) with no deposit and no credit card required. We do not block funds on your card; you pay only the rental fee by debit card or in cash when you collect your vehicle. Full insurance (CDW and third party liability) is included in every booking, so you can drive away with confidence. No hidden charges, no surprises at the counter, and free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
Renting a car at Tbilisi International Airport with 4Drive is simple. You book online in three minutes using the widget above. Select your arrival date and time (flights into TBS arrive from early morning until late evening), choose your car category - economy sedans like the Hyundai Accent start from USD 22 per day, comfortable automatics like the Toyota Corolla from USD 29, and rugged SUVs for the mountains from USD 44 - and confirm your reservation. No credit card is required to book. When you land, our team meets you at the arrivals hall (or we deliver the car to your hotel if you prefer) and you complete a simple one-page contract. Pay the total by debit card (Visa, Mastercard) or in cash (USD or Georgian Lari), collect your keys and you are on the road.
Your debit card stays free. There is no deposit hold, no authorisation freeze, and no waiting a week for your money back. This zero-deposit model is ideal for travellers on a budget, digital nomads, or anyone who wants to keep their card limit available for hotels, meals and attractions while in Georgia.
Tbilisi International Airport has a single terminal building. After you clear customs and collect your luggage, you step into the arrivals hall where our 4Drive representative will be waiting with a sign. The handover takes about 10 minutes: we inspect the car together, you sign the rental agreement, pay by your chosen method and receive the keys. The car is parked in the short-term lot right outside the terminal, so you are driving within 15 minutes of landing.
If you prefer hotel delivery, tick that option when booking. We bring the car to your accommodation in Tbilisi city centre (the old town around Liberty Square, Rustaveli Avenue or the Marjanishvili district) at no extra charge for stays of three days or more. For shorter rentals or pickups outside central Tbilisi, a small delivery fee applies - details are shown during booking.
4Drive accepts debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) and cash in either US dollars or Georgian Lari. Many tourists arriving from Europe, the UK or the USA bring USD cash as a backup; both currencies are widely used in Georgia's tourism sector. If you are paying in Lari, we apply the current bank exchange rate. We do not require a credit card at any stage - not for booking and not for the security deposit. Your rental fee and insurance are covered by the payment you make at pickup, and that is all.
To rent a car at Tbilisi Airport you need a valid driving licence (held for at least one year), your passport and the debit card or cash for payment. If your licence is in a non-Latin script (Cyrillic, Arabic, Chinese, etc.) we recommend carrying an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your national licence - Georgian traffic police prefer both documents together. If your licence is already in Latin letters (UK, EU, USA, Canada, Australia, etc.) it is accepted as is.
The minimum age to rent an economy or compact car is 21 years. For SUVs and 4x4 vehicles (needed if you plan to drive to Tusheti or the upper reaches of Svaneti), the minimum age is 23. Drivers under 25 may incur a small young driver surcharge, which is disclosed during booking.
Every 4Drive rental includes full insurance: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and third party liability. There is no excess to pay if the car is damaged or stolen (provided you follow the basic rules in the contract: no drink-driving, no off-road abuse, lock the car when parked). We include all taxes and fees in the quoted price. When you book a car for USD 22 per day, that is exactly what you pay - no surprise "insurance upgrade" pitch at the counter, no mandatory extras.
If you need a child seat, GPS navigation, or want to add a second driver, you can select these during booking. Each has a small daily fee which is clearly stated. Otherwise, there are no hidden charges.
From TBS airport to central Tbilisi is a 20-25 minute drive (17 km) along a well-maintained highway. You exit the airport, merge onto the E60 motorway heading northwest, pass the suburbs of Lilo and Varketili, cross the Mtkvari River and reach the old town. Traffic is usually light outside morning and evening rush hours (08:00-10:00 and 18:00-20:00). Signage is in Georgian and English. Once in the city, parking is available in paid zones (blue lines on the curb); pay via mobile app or parking meters.
Georgia drives on the right-hand side. Speed limits are 50 km/h in urban areas, 90 km/h on rural roads and 110 km/h on main highways like the E60 to Gori and westward to Kutaisi and Batumi. Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers. Police conduct random checks; fines for speeding or driving without a licence are immediate and in cash. Always carry your passport, licence and rental contract in the car.
With your rental car from TBS, the whole of Georgia is open to you. Here are typical drive times from the airport to popular destinations:
For drives to Kazbegi, Gudauri or Borjomi an economy car is fine in summer; in winter (November to March) or for side trips to rough mountain tracks, consider an SUV with good ground clearance. For Tusheti (far northeast, accessible May to October), Svaneti's upper villages (Ushguli) or Vardzia in the south, a 4x4 like the Mitsubishi Delica is recommended.
Car rental at Tbilisi Airport with 4Drive starts from USD 22 per day for an economy automatic (Hyundai Accent or similar) with unlimited mileage and full insurance. We offer weekly and monthly discounts: the longer you rent, the lower the daily rate. A week-long rental typically reduces the daily rate by 15-20 per cent, and a month-long booking offers the best value for digital nomads and long-stay tourists. Our pricing is transparent: the rate you see during booking is the final price in US dollars or the equivalent in Lari, with no extra fees added at the counter.
Plans change when travelling. You can cancel or modify your Tbilisi Airport car rental free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled pickup time. If your flight is delayed or you decide to stay an extra day in Tbilisi before collecting the car, just email or call us and we adjust the booking at no cost. This flexibility is important for international travellers whose schedules may shift.
All vehicles below include unlimited mileage, full insurance (CDW and third party), and 24/7 roadside assistance. Prices are per day and decrease for weekly or monthly rentals. No deposit or credit card required.
| Car Model | Category | Transmission | Best For | From / Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent | Economy | Automatic | City trips around Tbilisi and Kutaisi | USD 22 |
| Toyota Corolla | Compact | Automatic | Comfort drives to Batumi and Kakheti | USD 29 |
| Skoda Octavia | Sedan | Automatic | Long routes Tbilisi to Batumi coast | USD 37 |
| Dacia Duster | SUV | Manual | Mountain roads to Gudauri and Kazbegi | USD 44 |
| Toyota RAV4 | SUV | Automatic | Family trips to Vardzia and Svaneti approach | USD 55 |
| Mitsubishi Delica | 4x4 Van | Automatic | Rough tracks to Tusheti and remote Caucasus | USD 79 |
Correct. 4Drive does not block any deposit or hold on your card. You pay only the rental fee when you collect the car, and that payment covers everything: the vehicle, insurance and mileage. Your card limit stays free for your trip.
Yes. We accept Visa and Mastercard debit cards, as well as cash in US dollars or Georgian Lari. No credit card is needed at any point - not for booking and not for pickup.
After you land and clear customs, walk into the arrivals hall. A 4Drive representative holding a sign with your name will meet you there. We complete the paperwork (5-10 minutes) and walk you to the car parked in the short-term lot just outside the terminal. Total time from landing to driving is typically 20-30 minutes including baggage claim.
We monitor flight arrivals. If your flight is late, we adjust the pickup time automatically at no extra charge. Just make sure your booking confirmation includes your flight number so we can track it.
Absolutely. The roads from Tbilisi to Kazbegi (Georgian Military Highway), Batumi (E60 motorway along the coast route), Kutaisi and all major Georgian destinations are paved and well-maintained. An economy or compact car is fine for these routes in summer. In winter or for mountain side trips, an SUV is recommended for better grip and clearance.
Yes. Every 4Drive rental includes full insurance: Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and third party liability. There is no deductible or excess to pay. All airport fees and taxes are also included in the quoted rate.