Book Early for Summer Travel

Rent your van/minivan atleast 6-8 weeks in advance for peak travel months July and August. Larger vehicles in general have limited supply as compared to small cars; hence, they also sell out fast, making early reservations the best bet to ensure you book your ideal van model.

Choose the Right Van Size

It is highly advisable to match the van to your luggage load and not just the passenger count. If you are packing extra luggage or equipment and travelling with 5-7 people and extra luggage, compare 7- and 8-seater models based on luggage capacity, passenger comfort and vehicle dimensions.

Request Cross-Border Approval Before Pickup

If your itinerary includes travelling to neighbouring countries including Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia, Hungary, Albania or Italy, inform the rental company well in advance, preferably at the time of booking. Cross-border travel requires prior approval and additional fees.

Declare Ferry Travel in Advance

Hiring a van/minivan to explore nearby islands such as Korčula, Mljet, Hvar, and Brač is generally permitted. However, such routes require prior authorisation from the supplier and incur an additional inter-island crossing fee. Restrictions might apply for certain van/minivan models; hence, check the ferry policy in advance.

Check the minimum driver age

Some van and minivan models might have higher minimum age and driving experience requirements; hence, check the supplier-specific terms and conditions carefully before booking. Stricter eligibility criteria are common for 9-12 seater vans, and additional fees also apply for hiring such vehicle models.

Rent an Automatic Early

Van rental fleets in Croatia are dominated by manual cars due to wider availability. Automatic cars are less common and cost about €15-20 more per day than manual cars. In case you are not used to driving a stick shift, book an automatic well in advance, especially for a summer trip.

Van/Minivan Rental Dubrovnik Airport

Compare most popular 7, 8 and 9-seater vans at Dubrovnik Airport, explore seasonal prices, luggage capacity, model comparisons and expert booking tips to find the right vehicle for your journey.

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Available Models

Popular Van & Minivan Rental at Dubrovnik Airport

Find the right van/minivan rental for your trip to Croatia. Browse popular models with competitive daily rates, modern features, and comfortable driving for city breaks and road trips alike.

Renault Trafic or Similar

From €35/day

4-5

Manual

Best For: Affordable group travel and family vacations with 9-seat capacity

Peugeot Traveller or Similar

From €50/day

4-5

Automatic

Best For: Larger groups needing a good passenger-to-luggage balance.

Mercedes V-Class or Similar

From €83/day

4-5

Automatic

Best For: Luxury group travel, airport transfers and business trips.

Opel Zafira Tourer or Similar

From €36/day

3-4

Manual

Best For: People-and-gear trips with flexible seating for longer journeys

Volkswagen Touran or Similar

From €45/day

3-4

Automatic

Best For: Family city breaks or day trips where luggage stays light for extra comfort.

Citroën Jumper or Similar

From €48/day

20+

Manual

Best For: Moving furniture, business deliveries, equipment transport, and large cargo loads.

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Peak season availability: Larger 8- and 9-seater vans can sell out earlier than standard cars, particularly in July and August. Book early if you need a specific model or transmission.

Fleet availability

Van Availability by Seating Capacity

Availability follows seasonal demand across Croatia’s rental market, including at Dubrovnik Airport. Larger seat ranges typically tighten first in peak season.

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Cargo / panel vans 2–3 seats

• Widely available

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Small groups 4–5 seats

• Generally available – 1–2 weeks ahead is fine

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Family MPVs 6–7 seats

• Tightens in peak season – book 2–3 weeks ahead

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Large minivans 8+ seats

• Highest demand – book 8–10 weeks ahead

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Availability patterns shift with the season across Croatia’s rental market. Larger vehicles see the highest demand for family and group trips, so 8+ seat minivans are typically the first category to tighten up – booking early matters most here.

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Key Facts at a Glance

Minimum age

21 (7-seat) · 25 (8-seat)

Surcharge applies for drivers 21–24

Price

From €35

In shoulder season

Deposit

Deposit requirements vary by supplier

Usually requires a credit card

Transmission

Mostly manual

Automatic available – book early

Seating

7–9 passengers

Varies by vehicle

Luggage

Approx. 3–7 large bags

Varies by model & seat configuration

Ferry permitted

Major islands generally accessible

Supplier approval may be required

Cross-border

MNE & BiH available

Must declare at booking – not pickup

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Top Locations, Airports and Companies

Browse car rental locations across Croatia, including airports, cities, trusted suppliers, and popular travel routes.

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7 Airports From €4/day Extended-hours desks at major hubs

Airport	Code	From	Best for
Dubrovnik Airport Book Early	DBV	€4/day	South Dalmatia
Osijek Airport	OSI	€13/day	Eastern Croatia
Pula Airport Popular	PUY	€7/day	Istria
Rijeka Airport	RJK	€7/day	Coastal Road Trips
Split Airport Most popular	SPU	€5/day	Central Dalmatia
Zadar Airport	ZAD	€9/day	National Parks
Zagreb Airport Lowest rate	ZAG	€4/day	Nationwide Road Trips

26 Cities From €5/day City centre pickup available

City	Region	From	Note
Biograd na Moru	North Dalmatia	€40/day	Nautical hub
Čakovec	Northern Croatia	€17/day	Historic Međimurje center
Cavtat Quiet alternative	Dubrovnik Riviera	€27/day	Quiet seaside resort
Dubrovnik Plan parking	South Croatia	€26/day	Vehicle restrictions in Old Town
Karlovac	Central Croatia	€15/day	River junction city
Kaštela	Dalmatia	€20/day	Bay coast town
Mlini	Dubrovnik Riviera	€38/day	Peaceful Riviera village
Opatija	Kvarner	€27/day	Historic seaside resort
Osijek	Slavonia	€15/day	Cultural center
Poreč	Istria	€26/day	Popular seaside resort
Pula Cheapest	Istria	€7/day	Roman sites & wine
Rabac	Istria	€40/day	Scenic resort town
Rijeka	Kvarner	€12/day	Port city base
Rovinj	Istria	€13/day	Romantic coastal town
Samobor	Central Croatia	€15/day	Charming market town
Seget Donji	Dalmatia	€35/day	Quiet coastal village near Trogir
Sesvete	Central Croatia	€41/day	Large Zagreb suburb
Šibenik	Dalmatia	€15/day	Historic Old Town
Slano	Southern Croatia	€30/day	Peaceful coastal bay
Split Great value	Dalmatia	€8/day	Ferry access
Srebreno	Dubrovnik Riviera	€30/day	Coastal bay suburb
Trogir	Dalmatia	€26/day	UNESCO old town island
Umag Downtown	Istria	€13/day	Northern coastal gateway
Vela Luka	Dalmatia Islands	€25/day	Island port town
Zadar Great value	North Dalmatia	€8/day	Islands nearby
Zagreb Capital City Hub	Central Croatia	€5/day	Best value

5 Stations From €26/day Walk-out pickup

Station	City	From	Tip
Dubrovnik Bus Station Book early	Dubrovnik	€29/day	Walk-out pickup near the ferry port
Rijeka Train Station	Rijeka	€40/day	Central pickup near the main station
Split Train Station Ferry connection	Split	€32/day	Steps from the ferry port
Zagreb Bus Station Lowest rate	Zagreb	€26/day	Great for eastern highway access
Zagreb Train Station	Zagreb	€32/day	Walk to downtown hotels

27 Companies From €3/day Avg. rating 4.5+

Supplier	Type	From	Fleet	Rating
Active	Local	€25/day	Economy, Compact, SUV, Luxury, Vans	⭐ 8.0
AddCar	International	€48/day	Economy, Compact, SUV, Luxury, Vans	⭐ 7.0
Alamo Top rated	International	€25/day	Economy, SUVs, Minivans, Full-size	⭐ 9.4
AutoUnion	International	€40/day	Mini, Economy, Intermediate, SUV, Luxury	⭐ 8.5
Autowill	Local	€7/day	Economy, Compact, SUV, Vans	⭐ 7.9
Avant Car	Regional	€6/day	Economy, Sedans, SUVs, Luxury	⭐ 8.6
Avia Rent a Car	Local	€5/day	Compact, Economy, Standard Sedans	⭐ 8.6
Carwiz	Local	€6/day	Economy, Compact, SUVs, Luxury, Vans	⭐ 8.6
Dollar Thrifty Popular	International	€30/day	Economy, Compact, SUV, Full-size, Vans	⭐ 9.2
Enterprise Top rated	International	€24/day	Compact, SUVs, Sedans, Luxury	⭐ 9.4
Europcar	International	€9/day	Economy, Compact, Luxury, Vans	⭐ 8.6
Firefly	International	€17/day	Mini, Economy, Compact, SUVs	⭐ 8.6
Goldcar	International	€10/day	City Cars, Compact, SUVs, Minivans, Luxury	⭐ 10
Green Motion Cheapest	International	€3/day	Economy, Compact, SUV, Vans, Luxury	⭐ 7.2
Hertz Premium choice	International	€63/day	Economy, Compact, SUVs, Vans, Luxury	⭐ 8.7
Keddy by Europcar	International	€7/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUV, Vans	⭐ 8.5
Mack	Local	€28/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUVs, Luxury	⭐ 8.6
National	International	€13/day	Economy, Compact, Full-size, SUVs, Vans	⭐ 8.7
North Car Rental	Local	€32/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUVs, Vans	⭐ 8.6
Nova	Local	€26/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUVs, Premium, Vans	⭐ 8.9
Oryx	Local	€38/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUVs, Premium, Vans	⭐ 8.6
Prestigio	Local	€28/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUVs, Vans	⭐ 8.9
Routes	International	€8/day	Mini, Economy, Compact, Crossover, SUV	⭐ 8.7
Sixt Popular	International	€9/day	Luxury/Premium, SUV, Convertible	⭐ 9.2
Street Rent a Car	International	€9/day	Economy, Compact, Standard, SUV, Luxury	⭐ 8.6
Surprice	International	€13/day	Mini, Economy, Compact, Midsize, SUV	⭐ 6.2
XL Rent a Car Best Choice	Local	€34/day	Economy, Compact, SUV, Passenger Vans	⭐ 9.1

5 Port/ACI Marina From €27/day City centre pickup available

City	Region	From	Note
ACI Marina Dubrovnik	South Croatia	€32/day	Marina base
ACI Marina Korčula Island favorite	Dalmatia Islands	€32/day	Island hub
ACI Marina Slano	South Croatia	€42/day	Quiet bay harbor
ACI Marina Split Lowest rate	Dalmatia	€27/day	Coastal port pickup
Split Port Lowest rate	Dalmatia	€27/day	Ferry access

Editorial Contributor

Josip Stjepan

Croatia Travel & Car Rental Specialist

Josip spent a decade coordinating vehicle logistics for Jadrolinija’s ferry network, matching rental cars to sailing schedules for Hvar, Brač, and Korčula. The job gave him insider insights into where exactly rental companies quietly pass costs onto tourists. Drawing from his extensive knowledge of Croatia’s ferry network, coastal routes, and driving conditions, he helps travellers compare rental options, plan efficient itineraries, understand toll roads, avoid unnecessary fees, and prepare for cross-border travel.

How this content is created:

Based on real ferry and route data
Reviewed by a local Split-based specialist
Updated regularly for seasonal pricing changes

Last Reviewed: October 2026