A Fly Drive holiday combines flights and car hire, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace—perfect for adventure and flexibility!
Flydrive special offers
Everyone loves their independence, and hire cars offer you just that. Wherever you’re holidaying, car rental is a great way to get out and about and explore the harder to reach places or neighbouring towns without having to worry about navigating local public transport. Come and go as you please and see what you want, when you want. Car hire is all about minimal hassle, maximum freedom.
So what is a flydrive?
Perhaps you're not sure where you want to stay just yet, or how long you want to spend in each place. Simply book your return Virgin Atlantic flights, combined with car hire, for your desired duration, and see where the roads take you!
Flydrive holidays give you the opportunity to discover a country at your own pace and to your own timetable. If you've been dreaming of driving Route 66 or seeing the American Mid-West, you're definitely in the right place. Or if safari is on your list, start in Cape Town then take a meandering drive along the famous Garden Route ending in one of our wonderful game reserves. We've picked out some great starting offers for you.
Hit the road in our favourite destinations
Need more travel tips or holiday help?
You typically need to be at least 21 years old to rent and drive a car in the USA, with some companies requiring drivers to be 25 for certain vehicles.
Not always—car seats are usually an extra, so check with your rental provider to ensure your little ones are safely buckled up!
Yes, watch out for extras like insurance, GPS, fuel, and additional drivers—these can add to your total cost, so plan ahead!
Book early, choose a reliable rental company, plan your stops, and ensure your insurance covers all adventures along the iconic Route 66!
Often yes—many rental companies offer upgrades at collection, so you can choose a bigger or more luxurious vehicle on the spot!
Typically, one or two drivers are included, but additional drivers can usually be added for a small fee—perfect for sharing the driving!
£50 saving off all cars booked as part of a new package holiday travelling to North America and Canada confirmed between 09:00 1st May 2025 and 23:59 2nd June 2025 for departures between 1st May 2025 and 31st December 2026. Bookings must include a flight, and the Car hire must be for 5 or more days.
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