Flying into Providenciales International Airport (PLS) and want your own wheels soon after you land? Here is how renting a car works in the Turks and Caicos, how our free airport shuttle gets you to your car, and how to skip the taxi line and start your trip on your own schedule.
How our free airport shuttle works
With SNE Car Rentals there is no rental counter to queue at. When your flight lands at Providenciales International Airport (PLS), our free shuttle meets you and takes you to collect your car, so you are on your way soon after you land.
Providenciales is a small island and the airport sits close to Grace Bay and the main resort area, so the trip to your car is quick. At the end of your stay the shuttle works in reverse: you return the car to us and we run you back to the airport in good time for your flight.
What you need to rent a car in the TCI
- A valid driver's license from your home country. Licenses from the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom are accepted, and you do not need an International Driving Permit.
- A driver who is at least 25 years old.
- A credit or debit card for the security deposit.
Driving in Turks and Caicos
Two things surprise first-time visitors. First, you drive on the left, the same as the United Kingdom, even though most rental cars have the steering wheel on the left. It feels unusual for about ten minutes and then becomes second nature. Second, speed limits are posted in miles per hour, usually 20 mph through settled areas and 40 mph on the main Leeward Highway. The roads are easy and the island is compact, so you are never far from where you want to be.
Which vehicle should you choose?
For two people with light luggage, an economy hatchback is cheap to run and easy to park. Families and groups usually want an SUV or a passenger van for the space and the beach gear. You can see current options and rates on our fleet page, from economy cars right up to full-size SUVs.
Book before you fly
Car availability tightens through the busy winter and spring season, so it is worth reserving ahead rather than hoping for a car on arrival. You can check availability and book online in a couple of minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is there public transport from Providenciales airport?
No. Turks and Caicos has no public bus or train system, so visitors rely on taxis or a rental car. Taxis are available but add up quickly over a trip, which is why most visitors rent.
How far is the airport from Grace Bay?
Providenciales International Airport (PLS) is roughly a ten to fifteen minute drive from Grace Bay Beach and the main resorts.
Do you offer free airport pickup?
Yes. When you land at PLS, our free shuttle collects you and brings you to your car, at no extra charge, and runs you back to the airport at the end of your rental.
What is the minimum age to rent a car?
The minimum age to rent with SNE Car Rentals is 25 years old, with a valid driver's license.
Ready to go? Reserve your car and our shuttle will be waiting when you land.
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