How do you rent a car at Skopje Airport? The full process — from selecting a vehicle online to driving away from SKP — takes under 20 minutes if you've booked ahead. This guide walks through every step and what to bring.
Quick answer
- Browse fleet and submit booking form online
- Receive confirmation email (instant)
- Land at Skopje Airport (SKP)
- Meet our agent in arrivals hall (sign with your name)
- Sign 1-page agreement and pay (cash or card)
- Drive away with the keys
No deposit required, no counter queue, free meet-and-greet. The whole airport handover is typically 8–12 minutes.
Step 1: Choose a vehicle and dates online
Visit the fleet page. Each vehicle card shows:
- Daily rate for your selected dates (live calendar pricing)
- Total trip cost including all fees
- Photos and specifications
- Availability indicator
Pick the smallest category that fits your group size and luggage. Mini class (Toyota Aygo, Peugeot 108) is enough for 2 adults with carry-on bags. Compact for 4 adults with luggage. 7-seater for families or larger groups.
Step 2: Submit the booking form
The form requires:
- Full name as on your driving licence
- Email address (booking confirmation goes here)
- Phone number with country code (we WhatsApp you on flight day)
- Flight number and estimated arrival time
- Pickup and drop-off dates and times
- Optional extras: child seat, GPS, additional driver, Green Card insurance for cross-border travel
No card details required. The system locks your price and reserves the vehicle.
Step 3: Receive confirmation
Within seconds of submitting, you'll receive an email with:
- Booking code (format
MK-XXXXXXXX-XXXXXX) - Total price breakdown
- Pickup time and meet-up location
- Our 24/7 phone number for changes
- A self-service portal link (
/my) to view or modify your booking
Save this email — your driver will reference the booking code at handover.
Step 4: Land at Skopje International Airport
Skopje Airport (IATA: SKP, also called Alexander the Great Airport) is 21 km southeast of the city centre. After your plane lands:
- Disembark and follow "Arrivals" signs — about 5 minutes walk
- Pass through passport control — non-EU passports take 5–15 minutes depending on traffic
- Collect your luggage at baggage claim
- Exit through customs (typically nothing to declare)
- Enter the arrivals hall — this is where we meet you
Total time from wheels-down to arrivals hall: 15–25 minutes. We track your flight via the flight number you provided, so we'll be there before you exit.
Step 5: Meet our agent
In the arrivals hall, look for a Relax Rent a Car agent holding a sign with your name. Our team wears branded shirts and badges.
If you don't see us within 5 minutes:
- Call or WhatsApp: +389 71 390 627 (24/7)
- We may be coordinating with another arrival; we'll come to you
Step 6: Quick paperwork
The agent will hand you a 1-page rental agreement covering:
- Vehicle details (make, model, registration)
- Rental period and total price
- Insurance level (CDW or Full Cover)
- Vehicle condition checklist
- Fuel level at pickup
Read it, sign, and pay. Payment options:
- Cash: EUR or MKD
- Card: Visa, Mastercard, no DCC fee
This step takes 5–7 minutes including the vehicle walk-around.
Step 7: Vehicle walk-around
Together with the agent, you'll inspect the car and note any existing damage on the agreement. Take photos of the four corners with your phone — this protects you on return. Confirm:
- Fuel level matches the form
- All four tyres look good
- Spare tyre + jack in the boot
- All lights work
- Wipers + AC work
- No warning lights on the dashboard
Step 8: Drive away
The agent will hand over the keys and walk you out to the car. Park is steps from the arrivals door — no shuttle bus needed. You're driving within minutes.
What to bring
Bring these to the airport:
- ✅ Driver's licence — your home licence (EU/EEA, UK, US, AU, NZ, CA, CH, NO, IS, JP, KR, IL, BR, AR, MX accepted directly; others need an IDP)
- ✅ Passport or national ID
- ✅ Booking confirmation email (printed or on phone — agent has it too)
- ✅ Payment: Cash (EUR or MKD) or credit/debit card
- ✅ Phone with WhatsApp for in-trip support
Frequently asked questions
How long does the airport handover take?
Typically 8–12 minutes from when you spot our agent to when you're driving. Total time from your plane landing to leaving the airport: 30–45 minutes.
What if my flight is delayed?
Free. We track your flight number and adjust automatically. WhatsApp us if your flight gets re-routed to another airport.
What if I land at 3 AM?
We operate 24/7 — no surcharge for late or early arrivals. Just enter the actual arrival time when booking.
Can someone else collect the car for me?
Yes, with prior notice. The named driver on the booking must be present and have their licence. Adding an additional driver costs €2/day.
What if I don't see the agent?
Call or WhatsApp us at +389 71 390 627. We're never far — sometimes coordinating with another arrival.
Do I have to leave a deposit?
No. Local Skopje operators don't require a deposit hold. Pay the full rental amount at handover.
Can I extend the rental?
Yes. Email or WhatsApp 24h before drop-off; we can usually extend on the spot. Same daily rate.
How do I return the car?
Drive to the same airport arrivals area on your departure day. Our agent meets you at the curb, inspects the vehicle, takes the keys, and you walk into departures.
What about returning the car?
The drop-off is even faster than pickup:
- Drive to the airport arrivals (yes, arrivals — same spot as pickup)
- Our agent meets you at the curb
- 2-minute walk-around inspection
- Hand over keys
- Walk into the airport departures hall
Total drop-off time: 3–5 minutes.
Ready to book?
The whole process is designed to be smooth: 5 minutes online + 10 minutes at SKP = back on the road faster than waiting in a counter queue.
