Car Rental in the Canary Islands
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Lanzarote Airport Car Rental
Mini
Hyundai i10
or similar
$9.66
per day
Lanzarote Airport Car Rental
Economy
Renault Clio
or similar
$10.34
per day
Gran Canaria Airport Car Rental
Mini
Toyota Aygo
or similar
$11.26
per day
Fuerteventura Airport Car Rental
Economy
Toyota Yaris
or similar
$11.59
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Gran Canaria Airport Car Rental
Mini
Fiat Panda
or similar
$11.70
/ per day
Lanzarote Airport Car Rental
Mini
Citroen C1
or similar
$12.06
/ per day
Lanzarote Airport Car Rental
Mini
Hyundai i10
or similar
$12.10
/ per day
Gran Canaria Airport Car Rental
Mini
Hyundai i10
or similar
$12.13
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 06:56 on 2022-12-04. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
Spanish
Currency
EUR
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Country code
34
Economy car rental price
$57.78 / per day
Average car rental length
2 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Speed limit out of town
90 - 100 km/h
56 - 62 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Why rent a car in the Canary Islands?
Canary Islands are a great place for renting a car. Unique in landscape and populated by hospital and proud people, whether you choose to go to Tenerife, Gran Canaria, or one of the other islands, you won’t end up disappointed.
Top ways to enter Canary Islands
- Gran Canaria Airport: Also known as Gran Canaria-Gando, the busiest airport in the Canary Islands handled more than 13 million travelers in 2019. Served by around 40 different airlines, the airport is a large hub for the low-cost carriers Vueling and Norwegian Air. In addition to European connections, the airport has flights to and from Senegal, Gambia, and Cape Verde in the nearby West Africa.
- Tenerife South Airport: The busiest of the two Tenerife international airports, it handled over 11 million travelers in 2019. The airport is served by more than 30 different airlines, many of which fly to and from Tenerife for the whole year.
- Tenerife North Airport: Located near Santa Cruz, the largest city on Tenerife, this airport handles about 5.5 million travelers every year. Tenerife North has flights by 13 different airlines, with most of the traffic provided by Vueling, CanaryFly, and Binter Canarias.
- Lanzarote Airport: Also known as César Manrique-Lanzarote, the main airport of the northernmost of the Canary Islands handled over seven million travelers in 2019. The airport is served by more than 20 airlines, providing flights to and from such varied destinations as the United Kingdom, Germany, and Finland.
- Fuerteventura Airport: Fuerteventura-El Matorral handles about six million travelers annually. The airport has flights by nearly 30 different airlines, including low-cost carriers like easyJet, Wizz Air, and Volotea.
- La Palma Airport: Located on the southeastern coast of the island, La Palma Airport handled around 1.5 million travelers in 2019. The airport has flights by 14 different airlines, providing connections with destinations like Madrid, Amsterdam, London, and Berlin.
- La Gomera Airport: Serving the picturesque island of the same name, La Gomera Airport has flights, provided by Binter Canarias, to and from only two destinations, the islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. This makes La Gomera accessible from mainland Europe with a layover in one of the aforementioned islands.
- El Hierro Airport: The westernmost of the Canary Islands has flights by only two airlines, Binter Canarias and CanaryFly. Like La Gomera Airport, it only has direct connections to the other Canary Islands, but a layover in Tenerife or Gran Canaria is a possibility.
- By sea: Each one of the seven Canary Islands has at least one passenger ferry port. It is a good idea to look up the schedules and book tickets in advance; services are much more frequent during the warm months of the year, but tickets are also sold out more quickly. Most ferry companies permit bringing a rental car on board, but you should make sure in advance. You should also ask your rental car provider if they permit island-hopping with a vehicle.
Top cities and places to visit
- Tenerife. The largest and most populous of the Canaries is also the most popular tourism destination in the archipelago. Famous for its developed, built-up coastline, entertainment opportunities, and Mount Teide, the third largest active volcano in the world, Tenerife is visited by around five million travelers every year, more than five times the number of its permanent population.
- Gran Canaria. The second-largest of the Canary Islands also has the highest population density, but getting a rental car gives you an opportunity to escape the crowds and see some of Gran Canaria’s picturesque highlights. These include Palmitos Park, mountains of Valsequillo and small surfing and diving spots on the northern coast of the island.
- Fuerteventura. The second-largest island in the archipelago, Fuerteventura remains an uncharted territory if compared to Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Sparsely populated, it is home to beautiful beaches, ancient mountain villages, and some of the best kitesurfing opportunities on both sides of the Atlantic.
- Lanzarote. The easternmost of the Canaries, Lanzarote is heavily influenced by the Saharan winds coming from the nearby North Africa that contribute to its otherworldly volcanic landscapes. Other highlights of Lanzarote include the Timanfaya National Park, volcanic caves of Haria, and the nearby island of Graciosa.
- La Palma. Located in the northwestern part of the archipelago, La Palma offers a great blend of quiet, relaxed atmosphere and great tourism infrastructure. There’s plenty to see, too, from beautiful lighthouses to Ruta de los Volcanes, a scenic hiking route.
- La Gomera. Known for its unique whistling language, La Gomera is the perfect nature tourism destination. The island is full of impressive ravines, thick forests, and rugged, dramatic beaches. San Sebastian, La Gomera’s cute capital, is worth a look, too.
- El Hierro. The smallest, least populated, and southernmost of the seven main Canary islands, El Hierro is a true off-the-beaten-path destination. El Hierro’s nature is as impressive as anywhere you’ll find in the archipelago, and the island also has impressive volcanic lava tubes that you can visit by joining a tour.
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in the Canary Islands is the Kia Picanto. Travelers also like the VW Polo and the Renault Clio.
Driver license requirements
- Spain recognizes driver’s licenses from all the member states of the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) if they are valid and if you’re visiting for a time period that is less than six months. If you are staying for longer than six months or if you’re a full-time resident of Spain, you need to acquire a Spanish driver’s license.
- Important: Sources differ on whether you need to have an International Driver Permit (IDP) if you’re coming from outside the EU/EEA and are on a short visit. While your rental car company might permit you to rent a car with your valid foreign license, some sources claim that the Spanish police might not recognize your home license and will require you to have an IDP. Because of this, it’s probably safer to get an IDP and carry both your original license and the IDP with you.
- Similarly, if your driver’s license doesn’t show your photograph, you might be required to have an IDP.
- You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times.
- You need to have had your driver’s license for at least two years.
- Some rental car suppliers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
- There may be additional requirements depending on the car supplier and category, so make sure to check the rental conditions before booking.
Crossing Borders
A Spanish archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, the Canary Islands do not have any land borders.
Island hopping: It is possible to visit several islands with the same rental car during your trip to the Canaries by taking a ferry. Generally speaking, the ferry service is more active between the larger islands and between the islands that are closer to one another. So, for example, it’s quite easy to find a ferry between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, but if you wish to go from either of these islands to La Palma or Hierro, you will most likely need to switch ferries on Tenerife or Gran Canaria.
Many, although not all, car rental companies permit picking up a rental car on one island and dropping it off on another. You can find the ones that do by entering your desired pickup and dropoff dates and times on our search. Similarly, most, but not all ferry companies permit bringing a rental car on deck, so it’s important to look this up in advance. The conditions and prices differ quite widely from company to company.
The ferry service is more active during the warmer months of the year, but the tickets also tend to sell out faster during the summer, so it’s a good idea to book them in advance.
Alternatively, you can explore each island with a different rental car, dropping one off on one island, traveling without a car, and then picking up a different car on the next island (different factors come into play, but this is often the cheaper option).
Most popular types of rental car
The most popular rental car type in the Canary Islands is an economy, followed by mini and compact.
Top driving routes
Teide. Standing at a height of 3,718 meters (12,198 feet), the mountain and volcano of Teide is the highest point not just in the Canaries, but in all of Spain. Located in Central Tenerife, the impressive peak is surrounded by a national park of the same name. To get to the summit, you can drive nearly all the way and then take a cable car for the final stretch. The rest of the area is known for great hiking and attractions like the Teide Observatory which you can visit on a tour.
Car Rental Prices
- Convertibles - from $92 per day
- Station wagons - from $67 per day
- Large cars - from $53 per day
- Medium cars - from $69 per day
- Vans - from $130 per day
- Premium cars - from $102 per day
- Small cars - from $57 per day
- SUVs - from $93 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in the Canary Islands:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting the Canary Islands is the cheapest in June when renting a car is about 27% cheaper than the yearly average.
Top 8 Most Popular Cities in the Canary Islands
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Car Rental in Tenerife from $33.44 per day
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Car Rental in Gran Canaria from $14.38 per day
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Car Rental in Lanzarote from $28.80 per day
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Car Rental in Fuerteventura from $28.80 per day
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Car Rental in La Palma from $27.88 per day
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Car Rental in La Gomera from $29.18 per day
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Car Rental in Playa del Ingles from $63.81 per day
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Car Rental in Puerto Rico from $11.56 per day
Top 18 Most Popular Locations in the Canary Islands
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Car Rental at Tenerife Airport South from $12.18 per day
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Car Rental at Gran Canaria Airport from $10.49 per day
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Car Rental at Fuerteventura Airport from $10.47 per day
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Car Rental at Lanzarote Airport from $9.66 per day
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Car Rental at Tenerife North Airport from $13.65 per day
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Car Rental at Arrecife Port from $16.39 per day
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Car Rental at Tenerife Los Cristianos Port from $28.80 per day
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Car Rental at La Palma Airport from $27.88 per day
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Car Rental at Playa Paraiso Hard Rock Hotel from $33.44 per day
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Car Rental at Golf de Sur Fantasia Bahia Principe Hotel from $33.44 per day
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Car Rental at Tenerife Adeje Isabel Family Hotel from $31.88 per day
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Car Rental at Playa Blanca Port from $28.80 per day
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Car Rental in Fuerteventura Morro Jable from $36.68 per day
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Car Rental at La Gomera Airport from $27.62 per day
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Car Rental at La Palma Brena Baja from $22.17 per day
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Car Rental in La Gomera Valle Gran Rey from $29.18 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in the Canary Islands?
The cost of renting a car in the Canary Islands depends on the time of year. This graph compares price changes from month to month in order to find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in the Canary Islands
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in the Canary Islands is June — prices start from $12.93 for an Economy class vehicle. This is 57% cheaper than the yearly average and 75% cheaper than renting a car in the month of November (when prices start at $51.93 for a Compact class). This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. The exact price for your trip will depend on the length of your rental and how far in advance you book. Just enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see exact prices.
What’s the average rental length in the Canary Islands?
The average length differs from month to month. The longest rental periods are in October — an average of 8 days. The shortest are in February — an average of 5 days.
Average Rental Length in the Canary Islands
What’s the most popular time for renting a car in the Canary Islands?
DiscoverCars.com users search for cars in a lot of locations daily. We gathered this information in order to analyze car rental popularity in the Canary Islands. The most popular month is January, while the least popular is September.
Popularity of Car Rental in the Canary Islands by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TopCar | Citroen C3 | 5 | 3 | Small cars |
| TopCar | Toyota Aygo | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| TopCar | Citroen C3 Aircross | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Turisprime | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| TopCar | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Orlando | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| GoByCar | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
BK
Slovakia
Citroen C3
November 27, 2022
Island is not large,you can get everywere you want during a week.
CK
United Kingdom
Seat Leon
November 25, 2022
Para guilding
HO
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
November 23, 2022
Wonderful restaurants and we hiked in the mountains a lot - driving in the mountains is exciting
DK
Russian Federation
Renault Clio
October 27, 2022
Visited Gran Canaria second time, always good, relaxing and fun.
BB
Iceland
Renault Captur
October 17, 2022
I wasn't robbed and didn't' see many insects and I wasn't so drunk and didn't do anything that I had to apologies for so it was ok.
LC
Czech Republic
Fiat Panda
September 1, 2022
nice stay for holiday, big temperature changes in short distance - according to man choice where to spend each day, wide offer of various activities, amazing nature, good price levels of whatever
KM
Ireland
Citroen C3
August 22, 2022
Eating out, value for money and easy to find way around the island.
BD
Switzerland
Seat Ibiza
July 19, 2022
except for getting to the car rental office, everything else is beyond 10. very satisfied with the service.
TK
Ireland
Citroen C3
June 4, 2022
All good.
BS
Netherlands
Fiat Panda
May 28, 2022
Return the deposit money take a long time....
HS
France
Fiat 500 2 doors
February 18, 2022
Having a car to explore Tenerife is pretty essential. A powerful car for the mountains is a plus.
CK
Ireland
Citroen C4 Cactus
February 10, 2022
Nice sized cars we had no issues with parking, cars were clean. We drove around the complete island of Tenerife with no issues. Went up to Mt Teide, fantastic views, definitely worth the drive.
HM
Belgium
Alfa Romeo Giulietta
January 27, 2022
Very competitive price and everything went smoothly. Highly recommended!
BS
Czech Republic
Fiat Panda
January 7, 2022
Tenerife - beautiful island.
And for drivers - roads in very good shape!!
LJ
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris
July 30, 2021
Make sure that you give the best instructions to your map/GPS device so you'll be taken to the right place. In Fuerteventura, the Riu Palace Jandia Hotel thinks they're a 4-5-star hotel, but they're not. There isn't even a visible sign at the arrival point so you know you're there. They have no valet - parking and no parking so arrival is a bit of a mess.
KP
Poland
Hyundai Tucson
April 28, 2021
Many mountain roads. Turbo is a must
OT
Ireland
VW Polo
December 1, 2020
Beautiful once you’re off the beaten path
KR
United Kingdom
Renault Twingo
March 19, 2020
If you do not mind driving on the other side of the road to Britain, and like to go out and about a car is a must.
BM
Germany
VW Polo
February 11, 2020
An amazing Island with so much to see. Geta car and truly explore the island.
FR
United Kingdom
VW Polo
February 11, 2020
far better than having to wait for ''transfer bus'' and then being the last to be dropped off at hotel, plus any trips you want to go on, you just jump into the car and go. Then at the end of your trip no need to allow a whole day for transfer back to the airport.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Cicar
9.35 / 10
Lowest rated company
Goldcar
6.94 / 10
Total number of reviews
49
Total rental companies
22
Lowest daily price
$5.80
Top 22 Suppliers in the Canary Islands in 2022
Cicar
+34922551539
In terminal
Budget
+34902511520 / +34928092330
Aeropuerto De Fuerteventura Matorral Sin Numero, 35610, Las Palmas, Spain
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
GoByCar
+34822255559
Calle Cuevas de Cho Portada s/n San Isidro (2223,61 km), 38611 Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife, Tenerife, Spain-Canary Islands Buscar en Google Maps C. Cuevas de Cho Portada, 88,38611 Granadilla de Abona
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
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Sun:08:00-21:00
TopCar
+34928819904
Arrecife Ciudad, s/n, 35500 Arrecife
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
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Sun:07:00-23:00
Enterprise
+34922759329
AEROPUERTO REINA SOFIA,
Avis
+34608023519 / +34928092330
Aeropuerto De Lanzarote, Guacimeta
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
Turisprime
+34608013823 / +34928092330
C. los Helechos, 1, 38611 Granadilla, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:00
Tue:08:00-23:00
Wed:08:00-23:00
Thu:08:00-23:00
Fri:08:00-23:00
Sat:08:00-23:00
Sun:08:00-23:00
Hertz
+34922635868
Tenerife Norte Airport,38297 San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
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Sun:07:00-23:00
Dollar
+34928012740
Aeropuerto GC. Terminal Llegadas Of. 69. 35230 Telde.
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Thrifty
+34922635868
Tenerife Norte Airport,38297 San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
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Sun:07:00-23:00
SIXT
+34871180192
Aeropuerto de Canarias Autopista General del sur C-1, 35230 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas
Canarias
+34922714298
San Cristăłbal De La Laguna, Aeropuerto Los Rodeos
Working hours
Mon:09:00-19:45
Tue:09:00-19:45
Wed:09:00-19:45
Thu:09:00-19:45
Fri:09:00-19:45
Sat:09:00-19:45
Sun:09:00-19:45
Ok Mobility
+34971126880
Autopista General del Sur, 35230 Gando, Las Palmas, Spain
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
Key'n Go
+34965233190 / +34918340262
Aeropuerto César Manrique Lanzarote. Oficina en Terminal de llegadas, San Bartolomé - 35509 - Lanzarote - Las Palmas
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
Fri:08:00-21:00
Sat:08:00-21:00
Sun:08:00-21:00
TenerifeCar
+34922714298
Aeropuerto de los Rodeos, 38206, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Working hours
Mon:09:00-19:45
Tue:09:00-19:45
Wed:09:00-19:45
Thu:09:00-19:45
Fri:09:00-19:45
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Keddy
+34902105055
Portofino Building- Pto De La Cruz Robles, Urbanizacion La Paz, 4, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz
Working hours
Mon:08:00-13:00; 15:30-17:30
Tue:08:00-13:00; 15:30-17:30
Wed:08:00-13:00; 15:30-17:30
Thu:08:00-13:00; 15:30-17:30
Fri:08:00-13:00; 15:30-17:30
Sat:08:00-13:00
Europcar
+34911505000
Carr. Gral. del Nte., Km 13,2, Local 42, 38297 San Cristobal de La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
Surprice
+34928141012 / +34607927427 / +34670967214
Gran Canaria Airport, Autopista GC-1, s/n, 35230, Las Palmas
Working hours
Mon:08:00-19:00
Tue:08:00-19:00
Wed:08:00-19:00
Thu:08:00-19:00
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Orlando
+34928765502
Av. de Tirajana, 23, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas
Working hours
Mon:08:00-12:59; 16:00-19:00
Tue:08:00-12:59; 16:00-19:00
Wed:08:00-12:59; 16:00-19:00
Thu:08:00-12:59; 16:00-19:00
Fri:08:00-12:59; 16:00-19:00
Sat:08:00-12:59; 16:00-19:00
Sun:08:00-00:01
Ace Rent a car
+34637735166
Crta Matorral, Puerto Del Rosario
Working hours
Mon:08:00-21:00
Tue:08:00-21:00
Wed:08:00-21:00
Thu:08:00-21:00
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Interrent
+34965233190 / +34918340262
Lanzarote Airport, 35500 San Bartolomé, Las Palmas
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
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Goldcar
+34918341400
Aeropuerto de Fuerteventura 35600 Pto del Rosario, Fuerteventura
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
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