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What happens if my flight is delayed?

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Travel doesn't always go to plan – with your flight number on file, your reservation is guaranteed for up to 24 hours from your original pick-up time. Our local teams track your arrival in real time, so you don't have to worry about a thing if you're delayed.

With flight number (recommended)

  • SIXT tracks both your scheduled and actual arrival in real time

  • Your reservation is automatically guaranteed for up to 24 hours from your original pick-up time

  • Airport branches stay open for up to 1 hour beyond their closing time to make sure you can collect your vehicle if delayed

  • You don't need to call us – no action required

Without flight number

A grace period of 60 minutes from your booked pick-up time applies, within the branch's opening hours. You can add your flight number any time in the SIXT app under "My Bookings" (takes about 30 seconds) – doing so additionally guarantees your booked vehicle category and automatic protection in case of delays.

Prepaid booking

Prepaid reservations are held throughout the entire rental period. However, adding your flight number is the only way to guarantee your booked vehicle category and automatic protection in the event of flight delays.

Where this service applies

Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, Spain, Monaco, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, UK, USA and Canada.

Tip: Add your flight number when you book or update it later under "Bookings" on the website or in the SIXT app.

Next step

Check or add your flight number (if not yet on file) on the website or in the SIXT app.

Still need help? Find our contact options below – please have your booking number ready.

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Contact our support team.