Renting a Car at Kaunas Airport

Kaunas International Airport (KUN) serves Lithuania's second-largest city and is a popular low-cost hub — Ryanair operates extensive routes from here, making it often cheaper to fly into than Vilnius. Rental cars at KUN are competitively priced, with compact cars starting from around €13–€18 per day when booked ahead.

The airport is relatively compact, which makes the car rental process faster than at busier European hubs. Desks are in the arrivals hall, and the car park is directly adjacent to the terminal.

Car Rental Companies at Kaunas Airport

  • Europcar — On-site desk, good selection from economy to SUV.
  • Hertz — Reliable choice for business and leisure travellers.
  • Avis / Budget — Shared operation, budget-friendly options.
  • Sixt — Premium vehicles, useful for one-way trips to Vilnius.

Smaller local operators are listed through DiscoverCars and RentalCars.com — these sometimes undercut the big brands significantly on basic categories.

Driving from Kaunas Airport

The A1 motorway connects the airport to Kaunas city centre (15 km, around 20 minutes). From Kaunas, the A1 continues to Vilnius (100 km, about 1 hour) — making KUN a practical choice if your final destination is the capital.

Tips for KUN Car Hire

  • Kaunas Airport has fewer cars available than VNO — book early for summer months.
  • One-way rentals to Vilnius are easy and often available for no extra fee — confirm when comparing.
  • Winter tyres are standard on Lithuanian rental cars from November to March.
  • Inspect every panel before signing — Kaunas winters cause road debris and minor damage on many vehicles.
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What to See Near Kaunas

  • Kaunas Old Town — 15 km from the airport. Medieval architecture, lively café scene, and the impressive Kaunas Castle.
  • Ninth Fort — 5 km from city centre. Powerful memorial and museum marking a dark period of 20th-century history.
  • Pazaislis Monastery — 10 km east. Baroque masterpiece on the banks of the Kaunas Reservoir.
  • Curonian Spit — 230 km west. UNESCO dunes and Baltic beaches — a great summer road trip from Kaunas.

See our driving in Lithuania guide for road rules, speed limits, and parking tips for Kaunas.