Car Rental at Region de Murcia International Airport

Airport travel guide

Sometimes overlooked in favor of its neighbors, Valencia to the north and Andalusia to the south, Murcia remains an under-the-radar destination, but can be a fascinating place to visit if you give it a chance. In addition to lovely Mediterranean beaches, it also boasts ancient sites, unique culture, and genuine hospitality. These are three of Murcia’s most interesting attractions:

• Murcia. Going by the same name, the capital city of the region is also one of its most interesting destinations. The city is known for its orchards, well-preserved architecture, and the stunning hilltop castle of Monteagudo with a Jesus statue on top of it. Also worth visiting is the Murcia Archaeological Museum that has many local artefacts from the different peoples and civilizations that used to rule the area.
• Cartagena. Located in the south of the region, Cartagena is Murcia’s main port, but, more importantly, also its main historical attraction. Established by the Carthiginians, it has been inhabited for more than 2,200 years and boasts Phoenician, Roman, and Moorish landmarks, as well as the fascinating Museum of Subaquatic Archaeology. 
• Mar Menor. Located in the southeast of the region near the border with the Valencian Community, Mar Menor (or the ‘Smaller Sea’) is a saltwater lagoon and one of the most popular water sports hubs in Spain. Especially known for its great kitesurfing, the region has a coastline of about 50 km (30 miles) plus the 22 km (15 miles) of the narrow spit of La Manga that separates it from the Mediterranean. A car trip takes only 30 minute from Cartagena and 50 minutes from the city of Murcia.

Top international routes

• London
• Manchester
• Dublin
• Las Palmas
• Bournemouth
• Bristol
• Birmingham
• Ostend

Main airlines

Ryanair, easyJet, Travel Service, TUI fly Belgium, British Airways, and Aer Lingus

Terminals

The single airport terminal serves all domestic and international flights. Murcia–San Javier Airport is scheduled to be closed by the end of 2018. It will be replaced by the new Murcia-Corvera Airport that is scheduled to open in January 2019.

Location

Murcia–San Javier Airport is about 46 km (28.6 mi) southeast of the city of Murcia, about 34 km (21 mi) north of Cartagena, and about 96 km (59.6 mi) south of Alicante. Camino Iryda and Motorways AP-7, RM-19, A-30, and N-340 are the main roads connecting the airport to Murcia. Camino Iryda and Motorways AP-7, CT-32, 1B-A30, and RM-F36 are the main roads connecting the airport to Cartagena.

Most popular types of rental car

• Small cars - from $9 per day
• Medium cars - from $12 per day
• SUVs - from $13 per day
• Station wagons - from $44 per day

Services and facilities

Despite the airport’s small size, you’ll find coffee shops, restaurants, snack bars, and food stores selling Murcian delicacies, although some are only open during the summer months. There are shops, including a duty-free shop in the departures area. Murcia Airport also has ATMs, a first aid station, a lost and found office, and a police station. Assistance to passengers with reduced mobility is available, but make sure to contact your airline at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

There is a CEPSA gas station near the junction of the highways RM-16 and A-30. When traveling to the airport from Murcia, it’s only about five minutes and will be on your right. This gas station is open daily from 6.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. There are a number of other gas stations on the way from both Murcia and Cartagena.

Popular one-way rentals

• Cartagena (51 km / 32 miles)
• Alicante (104 km / 65 miles)
• Almeria (211 km / 132 miles)
• Elche (83 km / 52 miles)
• Valencia (240 km / 149 miles)
• Albacete (168 km / 104 miles)
• Torrevieja (62 km / 39 miles)
• Benidorm (148 km / 92 miles)