Collect the keys to your hire car from Avis in Ronaldsway and the Isle of Man is yours to discover. Explore the south of the island and beyond at your leisure, the easy way.

What kind of vehicle do you need? A large SUV for a big family? An eco-friendly compact car to zip around the city? Whatever you’re looking for, Avis car hire at Ronaldsway Airport will have you covered. Our vehicles offer practicality, performance and comfort, so you can enjoy your trip as much as possible. Get in touch for more information about the exact models that are available.

You’re just a five-minute drive from the ancient capital, Castletown. Settled on the south of the island, Castletown boasts one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. With its imposing fortress, Castle Rushen is not to be missed.

Castletown also houses a fine selection of antique shops, restaurants and cosy pubs. Head to the pretty harbour where the Nautical Museum sits. This is a top attraction charting the story of the island’s maritime history.

A further 10-minute drive from Castletown (via the A5) is Port Erin. With its secluded bay and sheltered sandy beach, it’s popular with families and watersports enthusiasts. The Isle of Man Steam Railway line and the Port Erin Railway Museum also live here, offering visitors the chance to travel on the longest narrow gauge steam line in Britain. And don’t miss the impressive collection of transport memorabilia.

Port St Mary is also nearby and home to the island’s only golf course, as well as Cregneash – a “living museum” showing visitors what it was like to live in a typical 19th-century Manx crofting community.

Explore the south of the Isle of Man and beyond from the comfort of your hire car.

Frequent renters get upgraded – and additional days for free – by signing up for Avis Preferred loyalty benefits. Simply choose a date and time and we’ll prepare your quality hire car.

Which side of the road?
In the United Kingdom, please drive on the left side of the road.

Country driving laws

• Mobile phones may only be used with a headset or hands-free device

• There is a congestion charge payable when driving in London

• Use the outside lane to overtake on motorways and dual carriageways

• Zebra crossings (black and white stripes on the road) give pedestrians right of way to cross the road

Speed Limits

All speed signs will be in mph.

For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers:

• Urban areas: 30 mph (48 km/h)

• Motorways: 70 mph (112 km/h)

• Rural areas: 60 mph (96 km/h)

Unless indicated by road signs.

Child safety / Seatbelt laws

• It is compulsory for the driver and all passengers to wear a seatbelt

• Children aged under 12 or less than 135cm tall must be seated in an appropriate child restraint for their size

Please note - It is the child’s parent / guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the
child seat.

This road rules information is for provided for general guidance only. We endeavour to keep the information up to date and accurate, but any reliance you place on this information is at your own risk.

The Isle of Man is a beautiful island located in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland. It offers a tranquil retreat with diverse landscapes, historic monuments and heritage railways.

Douglas

Around a 25-minute drive from Ronaldsway (via the A5) is the island’s capital, Douglas. This pretty seaside resort, on the east of the island, is also a busy working port and offers a host of attractions including the Manx Museum. The Great Union Camera Obscura, an unusual Victorian curiosity, is well worth checking out. It works using a series of lenses and mirrors located at roof-level to project moving colour pictures of the surroundings.

Isle of Man Glens and Cashtal yn Ard

Boasting 18 mountain and coastal National Glens, it’s not surprising that the Isle of Man is so popular with artists and photographers. From Ronaldsway you’re less than a one-hour drive from Ballaglass Glen in Maughold, which boasts a spectacular waterfall and unusual plant life. Another nearby attraction is Cashtal yn Ard (Castle of the Heights) – a fascinating chambered tomb dating back to around 2,000 BC. This is one of the island’s most famous attractions.

Mooragh Park

Perched on the north of the island, Mooragh Park is around a 50-minute drive from Ronaldsway, via the A5 and A18. Boasting a 12-acre boating lake, kayaking, sailing and canoeing are readily available. If you’d rather stay on dry land, check out the BMX track and crazy golf course. There’s also a playground and water-play area for younger children.

Hiring an Avis car makes it a breeze to discover all that the Isle of Man has to offer.

How do I collect my hire car at Ronaldsway airport?

When you land at Ronaldsway Airport, head from the Arrivals hall to our desk. One of our members of staff will process your booking, and then you may proceed to collect your vehicle at the Car Rental Centre.

Can I return a rental car to the airport?

If you've rented a car from a different Avis hub but wish to return it at Ronaldsway Airport, then you must arrange your return prior to the commencement of your rental agreement. If you return your car to Ronaldsway Airport without specifying in your rental contract, a fee will apply.

Do I need winter tyres to drive in the Isle of Man?

No, there is no legal requirement for passenger cars anywhere on the island to be equipped with winter tyres. However, most of our cars in our Isle of Man rental hubs will have winter tyres available.