One-Way Car Hire from Tivat Airport
One-way rentals let you pick up at Tivat Airport and drop off at a different location, useful if you're heading south along the coast, driving to the capital, or crossing into Croatia.
Most rental companies in Montenegro support one-way returns, but costs and availability vary by destination and season.
Most one-way trips begin the moment you land, so book the car rental at Tivat Airport and set your drop-off city in the same search.
Common Drop-Off Locations
- Budva, 30 min from Tivat Airport. Usually free or a small fee, shown at checkout.
- Kotor, 20 min from Tivat Airport. Often free, same bay area.
- Podgorica, 90 min from Tivat Airport. One-way fee shown at checkout, higher for the longer distance.
- Podgorica Airport, 90 min. Similar fee to Podgorica city.
- Dubrovnik (Croatia), 90 min. Cross-border fee plus drop-off fee apply, both shown at checkout.
What Affects the Cost
The fee depends on distance, season, and the rental company. Coastal drops (Budva, Kotor, Herceg Novi) are usually cheap or free. Inland or cross-border drops cost more. Summer fees are higher than winter.
Tips
- Book the one-way option upfront, adding it after the fact costs more
- Check that the rental agreement includes cross-border cover if dropping off abroad
- Some companies only allow one-way to specific partner locations
- Return to Tivat Airport is always free, consider whether the fee is worth the convenience
One-Way Rental FAQ
What to check before booking a different drop-off city. One-way fees and eligible drop-off points vary, so it pays to confirm them up front.
Which cities support one-way rentals?
Most towns across Montenegro, plus Dubrovnik across the Croatian border, shown as drop-off options when you search.
Does one-way cost extra?
Often, yes, a one-way fee shown at checkout once you pick your drop-off city. Some coastal routes are free.
Can I drop off at a different airport?
Yes, Tivat, Podgorica and Dubrovnik airports are all valid drop-off points.
Can I extend a one-way rental?
Contact your provider before the return date, extensions depend on that car's availability.
Live prices and availability for your exact dates.