Car Rental at Barcelona Airport

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- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Popular one-way rentals
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Barcelona Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Barcelona Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Barcelona Airport
- Car rental statistics
- Top 27 suppliers at Barcelona Airport in 2025
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

The capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is a metropolis of history, art, nightlife, and cuisine. Better yet, the city is also surrounded by beautiful beaches and a number of fun destinations that you can easily visit on a day trip if you get a rental car. With that in mind, below are four of the most fun destinations in and around Barcelona. There's also plenty to do in the city in winter, too.
- Architecture. Home to the iconic Sagrada Familia, Barcelona is best-known for the architecture of Antoni Gaudi. Many unique buildings designed by the famous Catalan modernist can be found around the city. But the city also has plenty of other impressive buildings of a variety of styles, making it one of the best sightseeing destinations in the world. Some examples include the historic Gothic and Jewish Quarters, the modernist Eixample neighborhood (home to not only Gaudi’s buildings, but also other famous ones like the Casa Amatller), and the historic Montjuïc Castle.
- FC Barcelona. One of the most famous football teams in the world, FC Barcelona is one of the main symbols of Barcelona and Catalonia. The team plays its home matches at the iconic Camp Nou stadium, the huge arena with a capacity of more than 99,000, making it the largest in Europe. Attending a game is a special experience — if you decide to do so, tickets are best booked well in advance which you can do on the team’s website.
- Tarragona. Inhabited since prehistory and later important to Romans, Visigoths, and Moors, Catalonia is home to a long and fabled history. While many sites can also be found in Barcelona itself, the ancient atmosphere is perhaps best enjoyed in the well-preserved Roman city of Tarraco with its impressive aqueduct, amphitheater, and other sites. Tarraco is located right next to the coastal city of Tarragona, itself a fun destination, which is 100 km (62 miles) southwest of Barcelona and can be reached in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- Girona. Located in the northern part of Catalonia, Girona is one of the most popular day trips from Barcelona. Known for its historical architecture that includes one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in Europe, and, more recently, as the site of the filming of the Game of Thrones, it also provides access to the wild beaches of Costa Brava. The drive from Barcelona to Girona only takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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Top international routes
- Palma de Mallorca
- Madrid
- Rome
- Milan
- London
- Amsterdam
- Lisbon
- Paris
- Ibiza
- Seville
Main airlines
Vueling, Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air, Norwegian Air, Lufthansa, and Iberia
Terminals
The two terminals are Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. These are 4 km (2.5 miles) apart and are connected by a free bus that runs every 6-7 minutes, 24 hours a day.
Location
The airport is 12 km (7.5 miles) southwest of downtown Barcelona. Highway C-31 and Avinguda de la Granvia are the main roads connecting Barcelona Airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
These can be found in both terminals. In Terminal 1, they’re on the first floor.
Services and facilities
You’ll find a number of restaurants and cafeterias, currency exchange offices with ATMs, and stores. Luggage storage is located in the Terminal 2 (T2B) check-in hall on floor 0. There are also many lounges as well as wellness and spa services in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Galp Station is located within the territory of Barcelona Airport. Road signs directing you to it are visible from outside the airport. The Galp station is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations nearby and on the way to the city.
Popular one-way rentals
- Valencia (349 km / 217 miles)
- Girona (101 km / 63 miles)
- Tarragon (98 km / 61 miles)
- Madrid (611 km / 379 miles)
- Zaragoza (310 km / 193 miles)
- Castellon (278 km / 173 miles)
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Airport info
Top 20 locations near Barcelona Airport
- Barcelona Train Stationfrom €26.95 per day10.5 km / 6.52 miles away
- Barcelona Rambla de Catalunyafrom €24.54 per day12.7 km / 7.89 miles away
- Barcelona (Downtown)from €41.71 per day13 km / 8.08 miles away
- Reus Airportfrom €14.66 per day78 km / 48.47 miles away
- Girona Airportfrom €17.27 per day87.9 km / 54.62 miles away
- Girona Train Stationfrom €30.09 per day97.6 km / 60.65 miles away
- Castellon Airportfrom €56.69 per day208.4 km / 129.49 miles away
- Zaragoza Train Stationfrom €24.94 per day252.3 km / 156.77 miles away
- Valencia Train Stationfrom €25.69 per day291.8 km / 181.32 miles away
- Valencia Airportfrom €13.67 per day295.6 km / 183.68 miles away
- Alicante Airportfrom €17.59 per day403.6 km / 250.79 miles away
- Bilbao Airportfrom €22.99 per day466.8 km / 290.06 miles away
- Bilbao (Downtown)from €23.59 per day467.4 km / 290.43 miles away
- Region de Murcia International Airportfrom €10.17 per day475.9 km / 295.71 miles away
- Madrid Airportfrom €7.70 per day483.1 km / 300.18 miles away
- Burgos Train Stationfrom €39.23 per day490.6 km / 304.84 miles away
- Madrid Chamartin Train Stationfrom €16.87 per day492.8 km / 306.21 miles away
- Madrid Atocha Train Stationfrom €18.04 per day495.2 km / 307.7 miles away
- Santander Airportfrom €30.18 per day539.2 km / 335.04 miles away
- Almeria Airportfrom €17.14 per day626.6 km / 389.35 miles away
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When to book at Barcelona Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Barcelona Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Barcelona Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month December | ||
Average price €25 | A good deal €26 | Cheapest supplier Goldcar | Cheapest car type Small cars |
€15
in January
€16
in February
€15
in March
€26
in April
€21
in May
€22
in June
€31
in July
€32
in August
€20
in September
€22
in October
€18
in November
€32
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Barcelona Airport is January — when rental costs average €14.67 per day. This is 41% cheaper than the yearly average and 55% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average €32.31 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Barcelona Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Barcelona Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in June, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
0.6 times in January
0.7 times in February
0.8 times in March
Same as average in April
1.3 times in May
1.4 times in June
1.3 times in July
1.3 times in August
1.2 times in September
1.1 times in October
0.6 times in November
0.6 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Barcelona Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 8 days, while in February, the average rental period is only 6 days.
7 days in January
6 days in February
7 days in March
7 days in April
7 days in May
7 days in June
8 days in July
7 days in August
7 days in September
6 days in October
6 days in November
7 days in December
Car rental information
🔥 Popular suppliers | Record-go, Nizacars Rent A Car, Goldcar, Thrifty, Centauro |
🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Vans |
🤑 Lowest price | €18 per day |
👛 Cheapest supplier | Goldcar |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Record-go | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Record-go | Fiat 500X | 5 | 2 | SUV |
Record-go | Citroen C3 Aircross | 5 | 3 | Medium car |
Record-go | Opel Corsa | 5 | 1 | Small car |
Nizacars Rent A Car | Seat Leon | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
Nizacars Rent A Car | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Nizacars Rent A Car | Hyundai i20 | 5 | 2 | Small car |
Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Record-go | Ford Kuga | 4 | 3 | SUV |
Thrifty | Opel Mokka | 5 | 2 | SUV |
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