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Car Rental Options at Madrid Barajas Airport

Whether you're traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport or are looking for a vehicle to drive through the city, there are several car rental options available. From compact cars to passenger vans, the range of options is wide.

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When you're ready to rent a car, head for one of the many car rental booths located in the parking lot outside of the terminal. You'll find that most companies offer a variety of vehicles, as well as other amenities.

The best part is that the cost of renting a car from the airport is very affordable. You can even pay for your rental car with a debit card or credit card. Some companies will even offer free shuttle buses to take you to and from the airport. You can also choose to return your rental car at a gas station.

You'll be able to navigate the city's congested roads more easily if you choose a compact car. You can also rent a GPS with your car hire to help you get around. Those who plan to travel through Spain should ensure that they have an international driving permit before arriving at the airport.

There are two main types of car rental: self-drive and chauffeur services. A rental car can be booked online or at the airport. Some companies will even provide free Wi-Fi in your vehicle.

The price of a car rental at Madrid Barajas airport varies, depending on the company you choose. There are a number of companies at the airport, including Budget, Avis, Sixt, Firefly, and Europcar. The average rate is between $12 and $370 a day.

Madrid Barajas Airport Transport Information

Whether you are traveling to Madrid for business or pleasure, it is vital that you are able to reach your destination easily and efficiently. Fortunately, there are a number of different ways that you can get around, including buses, taxis, and public transportation.

Taxis

Getting from the airport to the city centre is not a very difficult task. Taxis at Madrid Barajas airport can be booked online and at huge discounts. The cost of a taxi to the city centre from the airport is about 30EUR one way.

Having said this, a cab ride from the airport to the city centre is not always the fastest route. It will take at least 12 to 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city, depending on traffic.

There is a direct metro line from the airport to the city centre. The subway line is fast and cheap. Despite the fact that you are travelling to the heart of the city, the train will provide you with stunning views of the city.

Metro

Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the city centre can be a quick and easy process. The cheapest option is to take the Metro. However, there are also buses and taxis that can be used to get you to the city. The cost of these services varies depending on where you are going and how much time you have to spend.

If you need to travel to the city centre, you can purchase a Tourist Ticket at the airport. This ticket is valid for a number of days and allows you to use public transport in the Community of Madrid. The price of a single ticket is 4.50-6 euros.

For those who need to travel to a specific point in Madrid, there are EMT urban bus lines that can connect you to various points. These buses are blue in color and are operated from the Canillejas transport hub.

Buses

Located just north of the city of Madrid, Barajas Airport is one of the biggest international airports in Europe. The airport is connected to the city via the metro, bus and private transport services. The transport system from the airport to the city is not a bad option, especially if you are arriving early in the morning. The trip to the airport should take about 20 minutes, but it could take longer if there is traffic.

A single ticket from the airport to the city centre costs around EUR 5 per person, including luggage. A RENFE train is the cheapest way to reach the city. Line C-1, which connects the airport with Atocha station, runs daily from 06:00 hours to 00:15 hours. The trip takes 25 minutes.

Subways

Located in Madrid, Spain, the Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas International Airport is the fifth busiest airport in Europe. This beautiful and artistic masterpiece offers travellers four options for getting to and from the airport.

There are two metro stations at the airport, one is in the terminal 2 (T2) and another is in the terminal 4 (T4). Trains depart every 30 minutes. The train journey to the city center takes 25 minutes.

The EMT public bus company operates three bus lines that run between the airport and the city. The line 200 departs from the Canillejas transport hub. These buses are blue and pass by every five or twelve minutes during peak times. The ticket costs 5 euros.

There are also suburban train lines that operate every fifteen minutes. These trains connect to Puerta del Sol and all parts of the city. These train lines also stop at the Atocha station.

Car hire

Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, Madrid Barajas Airport offers a variety of rental car options to fit your needs. You can rent a compact car to explore the city or an economy model if you are staying in the city center.

Most rental car companies at Madrid-Barajas airport offer free Wi-Fi and GPS. These features are important for finding the best place to park your rental vehicle near the airport. If you are unfamiliar with the area, it's also a good idea to rent a GPS.

If you are looking for cheap car hire at Madrid-Barajas airport, there are nine companies to choose from. These include Avis, Budget, Goldcar, Sixt, and Hertz. These companies are located on the arrivals floor of the T1 and T4 terminals.

Parking at Madrid Barajas Airport

Whether you're visiting Madrid Barajas airport for business or vacation, you'll find there are several options for parking. Valet parking, airport shuttle, and low-cost car parks are all available. These options offer quality services at a lower cost.

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If you're flying in for a few hours, the P2 car park is the best place to leave your vehicle. This is a short-term park, and you can choose to pay a one-time fee or a per-minute rate. This parking lot is located close to the T2 and T3 terminals. It offers 4,437 parking spaces.

If you're planning a longer stay, the AENA Long Stay Car Park is an official facility at the airport. It's situated in the airport's complex, and you can reach it by using the Customer Service Office or a courtesy bus. It offers 24 hour access to the parking lot through two access gates.

Another option is to use the ParkVia airport parking. You can book online, or call the company's number. Once you've booked your space, you'll receive an email confirmation. This will include your driver's phone number. You can also contact the customer service office if you have any questions.

There are ten new low-cost car parks at the airport. The closest one is three minutes away from T3. You can also choose to pay a one-time fee for a shuttle bus that will take you to the terminal.

There are also two airport parking companies that offer long-stay parking at Madrid Barajas airport. One is Parkimeter, which has more than 70 car parks throughout Spain.

The dynamics of price changes based on season

Average price for 7 days rental:

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  • 228$ –
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  • 328$ –
  • 378$ –
  • January
    182$
  • February
    154$
  • March
    182$
  • April
    224$
  • May
    266$
  • June
    294$
  • July
    336$
  • August
    378$
  • September
    266$
  • October
    266$
  • November
    182$
  • December
    294$
  • Jan -
    182$
  • Feb -
    154$
  • Mar -
    182$
  • Apr -
    224$
  • May -
    266$
  • Jun -
    294$
  • Jul -
    336$
  • Aug -
    378$
  • Sep -
    266$
  • Oct -
    266$
  • Nov -
    182$
  • Dec -
    294$

List of required documents

Attention!

A valid international driving license is required

1. Driver license
2. Credit card
3. Voucher
4. Passport

Answers to popular questions

A rental car typically costs 24$ a day. However, the costs start at 9$ per day and can go as high as 86$ per day. The final price is directly influenced by the category of rental vehicles, the vehicle's features, your age, the date of booking, the length of the rental, etc.

Third party insurance is often included in the rental price, which covers damage and injuries done by a third party and their vehicle, even if you are liable for it. However, this policy does not protect the driver or the vehicle in the event of an accident.
The deductibles (for losses not covered by the rental agency) that are included in many base contracts are typically quite large. In the event that you cause an accident while renting a car, you will be held financially accountable for the deductible amount specified in your rental agreement.
In case of an accident or theft, you can purchase additional insurance through the rental agency.
Purchase insurance while booking your car:

Car rental insurance

Traveling by car lets you explore at your own pace. It's nice to be able to avoid congested bus or rail schedules and travel early or late.

Choose a car based on what you want to do on your trip. Small cars like the Opel Corsa or VW Up can be used to get around the city and its surroundings.
The Audi A4 is the most popular car in the Standard category. Its starting price is 25$ per day from EAST COAST, and its rating average is 9 based on more than 1000 customer reviews. VW Tiguan from EUROPCAR is the most reasonably priced rental vehicle in Madrid Barajas airport. Just 26$ per day is the cost.
Most of the rental cars in Madrid Barajas airport are manual. Automatic cars cost more to rent, and if your license only lets you drive an automatic car, you won't be able to rent a stick shift car.

According to the rental policies of all car rental agencies, you can book the vehicle's essential features, but not a specific model. Because a specific model can break, be involved in an accident, be held by the prior tenant, etc. Your voucher will have a code that specifies the major parameters (e.g. CDAR). The following table provides code decoding:

Car rental models

The same card must be used to guarantee the rental agreement when you pick up the vehicle. We accept two types of cards:

We will accept a credit card as a guarantee. Our front desk staff is not permitted to accept a credit card if it is not clearly designated as such.
If you purchase our Platinum Insurance plan for the duration of your rental time, we can acccept a debit or prepaid card.

Rent a car without a deposit

Just keep in mind that the rental agreement must be signed in person at pick-up by the cardholder/renter, as well as by any other drivers. Additionally, the card must still be valid 100 days after the rental time has ended.

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