Rent a car in Dubrovnik Airport or take a taxi? Here’s what you really need to know before you decide.
You’ve just landed at Dubrovnik Airport.
Your luggage is ready. The Adriatic air feels amazing.
Now comes the question every traveler asks:
How do you get from Dubrovnik Airport to the Old Town?
Let’s break it down simply.
Option 1: Taxi from Dubrovnik Airport to Old Town
A taxi is the fastest “no-thinking” option.
- Distance: around 20 km
- Travel time: 25–35 minutes
- Price: €50 (one way)
It’s convenient, especially if you’re staying only inside Dubrovnik and don’t plan to leave the city.
But here’s the thing: that’s €50-€80 for a return ride.
And that’s before any day trips.
Taxi Rental Car
€50 one way From €30-€60 per day
No flexibility Full flexibility
No day trips Unlimited exploring
Option 2: Rent a Car in Dubrovnik Airport
If you’re staying more than two days, renting a car usually makes more sense.
With M.A.C.K. Rent a Car Dubrovnik, you can pick up your vehicle right after landing and drive directly to your accommodation.
No waiting. No scheduling. No surprises.
And most importantly, you get the full freedom.
When Renting a Car Is the Smarter Choice
If you’re planning to visit:
- Montenegro (Kotor & Perast)
- Mostar in Bosnia
- Pelješac wine region
- Secret beaches around Dubrovnik
- Viewpoints above the city
… then having your own car changes everything.
Public transport won’t take you everywhere.
Taxis for multiple trips quickly become expensive.
With a rental car in Dubrovnik, you move on your own time.
Is It More Expensive?
Not necessarily.
Car rental prices in Dubrovnik start from around €30–€60 per day in lower season.
That can easily cost the same as two taxi rides.
Plus, you get full support at any time of the day and flexibility of pick up and drop off, even in another city if you wish.
When you rent your own car with us, you give yourself the gift of time to truly savor our country, to meet our people, and to become part of what Croatia is all about: living slowly, without haste, and discovering the quiet joy you have been seeking all along.
Our Honest Advice
If you’re visiting Dubrovnik just for the Old Town and staying 1–2 nights, a taxi is perfectly fine.
But if you want to explore Croatia properly, its coast, mountains,and neighboring countries, renting a car is the smarter and more flexible option.
And if you prefer personal service instead of a big international chain, we’re here to help.
Renting a car can often be the most cost-effective solution if you plan to explore beyond the city walls.
We don’t just give you a car.
We help you plan your drive.