Car Hire at Barcelona Airport

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Barcelona Airport, Barcelona, Spain
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates

Mini
Fiat 500 or comparable
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Nizacars Rent A Car
£ 5.14 per day
Economy
Opel Corsa or comparable
Opel Corsa
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Record-go
£ 13.28 per day
Compact
Seat Leon or comparable
Seat Leon
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Firefly
£ 15.30 per day
Mini Elite
Fiat 500 or comparable
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Drivalia
£ 17.05 per day

Most Popular Car Hire Deals

Intermediate
Seat Toledo or comparable
Seat Toledo
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Alamo
£ 24.89 / per day
Minivan
VW Transporter or comparable
VW Transporter
  • 9
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Centauro
£ 38.20 / per day
Intermediate Elite
Citroen DS7 or comparable
Citroen DS7
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Ok Mobility
£ 61.71 / per day
Compact Elite
Volvo XC40 or comparable
Volvo XC40
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
£ 62.19 / per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 18:45 on 2023-03-29.
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Travel Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
34
Average car hire price
£ 29.72 / per day
Average car hire length
7 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
90 - 100 km/h
56 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.66 / 1 liter
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.85 / 1 liter
Lowest gasoline price
£ 1.38 / 1 liter
Barcelona Airport Car Hire

Airport Car Hire

One of the most visited cities in Europe, Barcelona has plenty for visitors to enjoy. From the busy La Rambla to the Gothic quarter and the architecture of Gaudi, the city is home to a wealth of things to see and do. But the region of Catalonia is more than just one city, however great, and if you’ve hired a car, it would be a shame not to explore beyond Barcelona’s borders. Here are three destinations for an enjoyable day trip:

  • Girona. Located in the north of Catalonia, Girona is a place with a special, calm atmosphere. Situated at the confluence of four rivers, the historic city boasts a well-preserved old town and landmarks like the medieval Jewish quarter, the old Arab baths (now turned into a museum), and the beautiful Benedictine church of Sant Pere de Galligants. Girona is also famous as the access point of the nearby Costa Brava or the wild coast, a stunning beach stretching all the way to the border with France. Located some 105 km (65 miles) northeast of Barcelona, Girona can be reached in about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  • Tarragona. Inhabited since antiquity, Tarragona was founded by Phoenicians. But it was the area’s next rulers, the Romans, who left the city’s most impressive landmark, the impressive Tarraco complex. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it includes old fortifications, an amphitheatre, a necropolis, and many other structures. In addition to that, the city is home to a number of annual festivities like the International Fireworks Display which takes place in the first week of every July. And this being Catalonia, there are also a number of blue flag beaches. Situated about 100 km (62 miles) southwest of Barcelona, Tarragona can be reached in 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Lleida. Capital of the province of the same name, Lleida is the largest inland settlement of Catalonia. Markedly different in atmosphere from the resort towns on the coast, it is home to Seu Vella Cathedral, a number of other beautiful churches, Lleida Museum, and large green spaces. The city is perfectly situated to explore the bucolic Catalan countryside and vineyards, and it can also serve as an access point to the mighty Pyrenees. Located about 160 km (100 miles) east of Barcelona, Lleida takes two hours to reach.

Top international routes

Main airlines

Vueling, Ryanair, easyJet, 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 Barcelona city centre. Motorway C-31 and Avinguda de la Granvia are the main roads connecting Barcelona Airport to the city.

Most popular types of hire car

  • Station wagons - starting at £ 35 per day
  • Large cars - starting at £ 45 per day
  • Medium cars - starting at £ 25 per day
  • People Carriers - starting at £ 67 per day
  • Premium cars - starting at £ 87 per day
  • Small cars - starting at £ 19 per day
  • SUVs - starting at £ 32 per day

Car hire desks

These can be found both in both terminals. In Terminal 1, they are on the first floor.

Services and facilities

You’ll find a number of restaurants and cafeterias, currency exchange offices with cashpoints, and stores. Luggage storage is located in the check-in hall of Terminal 2 (T2B) on the ground floor. 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 petrol station

A 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 petrol stations nearby and on the way to the city.

Popular one-way hires

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  • Reus (110 km / 68 mi)
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Airport information

Score
8.2
  • Getting to the airport 8.0
  • Check-in and departures 7.7
  • Facilities and services 7.7
  • Wi-Fi 5.5
  • Dining and car hire services 6.7
  • Lounge 5.8

Barcelona Airport (BCN)

  • IATA: BCN
  • ICAO: LEBL
  • Name: Barcelona Airport (BCN)
  • Size: Large Airport
  • Flights per year: 323,539
  • Passengers (per year): 47,284,500
  • Distance from the city centre: 6.2 miles / 10 km SW of town
  • Working hours: 24 hours a day
  • Phone: +34 902 404 704
  • Email: bcninfofi@aena.es

Top 16 Destinations around Barcelona Airport

  1. Car Hire in Barcelona Rambla de Catalunya starting at £ 22.86 per day
    0.7 km / 0.4 miles away
  2. Car Hire at Girona Airport starting at £ 25.55 per day
    75.0 km / 46.6 miles away
  3. Car Hire at Reus Airport starting at £ 32.96 per day
    87.4 km / 54.3 miles away
  4. Car Hire at Valencia Airport starting at £ 6.26 per day
    308.1 km / 191.5 miles away
  5. Car Hire at Alicante Airport starting at £ 6.51 per day
    416.6 km / 258.8 miles away
  6. Car Hire at Bilbao Airport starting at £ 8.93 per day
    467.1 km / 290.3 miles away
  7. Car Hire at Madrid Paracuellos de Jarama starting at £ 39.04 per day
    488.8 km / 303.7 miles away
  8. Car Hire at Murcia Corvera Airport starting at £ 28.16 per day
    488.9 km / 303.8 miles away
  9. Car Hire at Madrid Airport starting at £ 8.64 per day
    491.5 km / 305.4 miles away
  10. Car Hire at Almeria Airport starting at £ 24.47 per day
    639.5 km / 397.3 miles away
  11. Car Hire at Granada Airport starting at £ 22.04 per day
    692.5 km / 430.3 miles away
  12. Car Hire at Malaga Airport starting at £ 9.61 per day
    778.3 km / 483.6 miles away
  13. Car Hire at Seville Airport starting at £ 5.95 per day
    820.6 km / 509.9 miles away
  14. Car Hire at Gibraltar La Linea Airport starting at £ 38.22 per day
    873.1 km / 542.5 miles away
  15. Car Hire at Jerez Airport starting at £ 23.98 per day
    877.5 km / 545.2 miles away
  16. 886.9 km / 551.1 miles away

Map of Car Hire Destinations

During which month is it most affordable to hire a car at Barcelona Airport?

Our data shows how prices for hiring a car at Barcelona Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average Price for Hiring a Car at Barcelona Airport
£ 15.23
January
£ 17.84
February
£ 15.61
March
£ 34.92
April
£ 31.63
May
£ 39.92
June
£ 49.77
July
£ 36.54
August
£ 22.62
September
£ 23.56
October
£ 13.82
November
£ 25.05
December
The cheapest month to hire a car at Barcelona Airport is November with prices starting at £ 13.82 for an Economy class cars. The most expensive month in which to hire a car is July with prices for for a Compact class starting at £ 49.77. The average cost over the course of the entire year is £ 27. You can use this to plan your trip at the time of year when it would be most economical to hire a car. Note that these prices are only average amounts. How long you hire a car for and the time at which you book will influence the prices. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!

What’s the most frequent hire length at Barcelona Airport?

Hirers picking up a car at Barcelona Airport keep them for an average of 8 days during in January, while those picking up their cars in February keep them for an average of 7.
Average Hire Length at Barcelona Airport
8
January
7
February
7
March
7
April
7
May
8
June
8
July
8
August
8
September
7
October
7
November
7
December

Which month sees the highest demand for car hire at Barcelona Airport?

Though Barcelona Airport is popular for travellers all year long, the month with the highest demand for hire cars is in August. November is the month that sees the lowest demand for hire cars.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
65%
January
68%
February
72%
March
94%
April
98%
May
140%
June
161%
July
165%
August
124%
September
92%
October
43%
November
78%
December

Car Hire Information

Popular suppliers Record-go, Drivalia, Nizacars Rent A Car, Ok Mobility, Goldcar
Popular car categories Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, People Carriers
Lowest price £ 5 per day
Cheapest supplier Nizacars Rent A Car

Most Popular Car Hire Models

Hire Agency Model Doors Luggage Type
Record-go Opel Corsa 5 1 Small cars
Record-go Fiat 500X 5 3 Medium cars
Record-go Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Drivalia Citroen C1 3 1 Small cars
Record-go Seat Arona 5 2 SUVs
Goldcar Volkswagen Polo 5 1 Small cars
Nizacars Rent A Car Opel Corsa 5 1 Small cars
Record-go Ford Kuga 4 3 SUVs
Goldcar Fiat Panda 3 2 Small cars
Record-go Seat Ateca 4 3 SUVs

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 car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
24 March 2023
Visiting friends
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
28 February 2023
Snowboarding in Andorra was excellent.
United Kingdom
Mercedes Benz Vito
30 September 2022
I had a very good experience with hir car,it's was easy to drive around and visiting places, Barcelona is a beautiful and friendly city,I ll recommend everyone 😊
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
2 September 2022
We based ourselves near Begur and it was easy to drive to many beaches and beautiful medieval towns, both north and south. The small but perfect market in Sant Feliu de Guixols is excellent for fish and seafood
Spain
Fiat 500
2 August 2022
good value and eficient service
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
28 July 2022
Well, I took the Toyota CHR and enjoyed the whole trip, the car is a pleasure to drive and gave me loads of good emotions!
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
22 January 2022
Lovely place
United Kingdom
Opel Mokka
20 September 2021
Visited Begur. Usually there this time of year for Fira D’Indians festival, however not in really this year due to pandemic. A beautiful town with history, charm and atmosphere. Some nice beaches a short drive away too. Would definitely recommend.
United Kingdom
VW Golf
8 September 2021
Definitely need satnav if you're travelling around. Spanish law will prohibit the use of mobile phones as satnav (ie Google maps).

Car Hire Statistics

Highest rated company
Olimpia Rent a Car
9.09 / 10
Lowest rated company
Interrent
6.27 / 10
Total number of reviews
83
Total rental companies
23
Average daily price
£ 29.78
Lowest daily price
£ 5.15
Total cars available
375

Top 23 Hire Companies at Barcelona Airport in 2023

Olimpia Rent a Car
Olimpia Rent a Car
Remarkable 9.1 / 24 reviews
+34972364710
Aeroport De Barcelona-El Prat, 08820, Barcelona
£ 48 - £ 69
Working hours
Mon:09:00-20:00
Tue:09:00-20:00
Wed:09:00-20:00
Thu:09:00-20:00
Fri:09:00-20:00
Sat:09:00-20:00
Sun:09:00-20:00
Centauro
Centauro
Outstanding 8.9 / 181 reviews
+34966360360
Poligono Mas Blau II, Carrer Alta Ribagorca, 30, 34 08820, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 21 - £ 56
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
Drivalia
Drivalia
Outstanding 8.9 / 127 reviews
+34663002496
Av. De Les Garrigues, 49, Pol Mas Blau Ii
£ 17 - £ 40
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:59
Tue:08:00-22:59
Wed:08:00-22:59
Thu:08:00-22:59
Fri:08:00-22:59
Sat:08:00-22:59
Sun:08:00-22:59
National
National
Outstanding 8.8 / 4 reviews
+34935219095
Aeropuerto Del Prat, 08820 El, Barcelona
£ 44 - £ 127
Thrifty
Thrifty
Outstanding 8.7 / 8 reviews
+34932983637
Aeropuerto de Barcelona-El Prat, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 34 - £ 41
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:59
Tue:08:00-23:59
Wed:08:00-23:59
Thu:08:00-23:59
Fri:08:00-23:59
Sat:08:00-23:59
Sun:08:00-23:59
SIXT
SIXT
Outstanding 8.7 / 78 reviews
+34871180192
Aeroport T1, 08820, Barcelona
£ 37 - £ 136
Alamo
Alamo
Outstanding 8.6 / 78 reviews
+34935219095
Aeropuerto El Prat Terminal 2, C-32B, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 23 - £ 108
Nizacars Rent A Car
Nizacars Rent A Car
Outstanding 8.6 / 253 reviews
+34937065967
Carrer de l'Alta Ribagorça, 20, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 5 - £ 46
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:59
Tue:07:00-21:59
Wed:07:00-21:59
Thu:07:00-21:59
Fri:07:00-21:59
Sat:07:00-21:59
Sun:07:00-21:59
Enterprise
Enterprise
Outstanding 8.6 / 40 reviews
+34935219095
Aeropuerto El Prat Terminal 2, C-32B, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 42 - £ 118
Record-go
Record-go
Outstanding 8.6 / 984 reviews
+34931128227 / +34607570209
Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 13 - £ 72
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
Budget
Budget
Outstanding 8.6 / 16 reviews
+34902108495
Bcn T1 & T2 Pick Up Dropoff
£ 35 - £ 55
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:59
Tue:07:00-23:59
Wed:07:00-23:59
Thu:07:00-23:59
Fri:07:00-23:59
Sat:07:00-23:59
Sun:07:00-23:59
Ok Rent A Car
Ok Rent A Car
Outstanding 8.4
+34971126880 / 902360636
Calle Muntader n9- El Prat de Llobregat
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
Ok Mobility
Ok Mobility
Outstanding 8.4 / 372 reviews
+34971126880 / +34902360636
Carrer de Muntades 9,08820-El Prat de Llobregat
£ 32 - £ 141
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
Keddy
Keddy
Outstanding 8.4 / 25 reviews
+34902105055
Aeropuerto El Prat, Terminal 1, 08820, Barcelona
£ 30 - £ 33
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:59
Tue:07:00-23:59
Wed:07:00-23:59
Thu:07:00-23:59
Fri:07:00-23:59
Sat:07:00-23:59
Sun:07:00-23:59
Europcar
Europcar
Outstanding 8.3 / 29 reviews
+34911505000
Aeropuerto El Prat, Terminal 1, 08820, Barcelona
£ 38 - £ 84
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:59
Tue:07:00-23:59
Wed:07:00-23:59
Thu:07:00-23:59
Fri:07:00-23:59
Sat:07:00-23:59
Sun:07:00-23:59
Hertz
Hertz
Outstanding 8.2 / 4 reviews
+34902011959
Aeropuerto de Barcelona-El Prat, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 42 - £ 50
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:59
Tue:08:00-23:59
Wed:08:00-23:59
Thu:08:00-23:59
Fri:08:00-23:59
Sat:08:00-23:59
Sun:08:00-23:59
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Outstanding 8.2 / 2 reviews
+34931184575
Barcelona Airport
Working hours
Mon:09:00-21:00
Tue:09:00-21:00
Wed:09:00-21:00
Thu:09:00-21:00
Fri:09:00-21:00
Sat:09:00-21:00
Sun:09:00-21:00
Avis
Avis
Outstanding 8.1 / 12 reviews
+34902108495
Aeropuerto De Barcelona, El Prat, Barcelona, 08820
£ 39 - £ 111
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:59
Tue:07:00-23:59
Wed:07:00-23:59
Thu:07:00-23:59
Fri:07:00-23:59
Sat:07:00-23:59
Sun:07:00-23:59
Firefly
Firefly
Great 7.9 / 86 reviews
+34663722166 / +34931935705
El Prat De Llobregat, Terminal 2, Building B
£ 14 - £ 41
Working hours
Mon:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Tue:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Wed:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Thu:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Fri:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Sat:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Sun:00:01-01:00; 08:00-23:59
Dollar
Dollar
Great 7.8 / 7 reviews
902011959
TERMINAL 1 AND 2
£ 23 - £ 30
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:59
Tue:08:00-23:59
Wed:08:00-23:59
Thu:08:00-23:59
Fri:08:00-23:59
Sat:08:00-23:59
Sun:08:00-23:59
Goldcar
Goldcar
Great 7.6 / 331 reviews
+34918341400
Barcelona–El Prat Airport, C-32B, 18, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
£ 13 - £ 14
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
Alquicoche
Alquicoche
Great 7.4 / 11 reviews
+34966024001 / +34623354002
Aeropuerto Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat S/N
£ 37 - £ 75
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
Interrent
Interrent
Good 6.3 / 63 reviews
+34965233169 / +34918344064
Barcelona–El Prat Airport, C-32B, 18, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona
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
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