Car hire at Barcelona airport

Renting a cheap car starts at 9€ per day ✔ An electric car costs 25€ ✔ A convertible starts from 27€

Parking Options at Barcelona Airport

Leaving your car at the airport is a convenient option when going on holiday. Whether you are flying for business or for leisure, there are many parking options available. It is important to choose the best option for your needs. You can find information about the different car parks at the Barcelona airport website.

There are two short-term parking lots near the terminals, and a long-term lot located between terminals T2 and T2a. For long-term parking, you can find a variety of options, including indoor and outdoor parking facilities.

The most affordable option is the Larga Estancia (long stay parking), which sits between the terminals. This is a very convenient option for those who need to leave their car for several days. It is also recommended for people who need a car to be waiting for them upon their return.

Other options include the official parking of Barcelona airport, which is provided by AENA. However, this is not the cheapest solution. There are other options that are equally as good, and not as expensive.

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Another option is a service called ParkVia, which is an online booking platform for parking near the airport. It offers a variety of parking solutions and compares the products and services of different car park operators.

The first thing to remember is that you do need a parking ticket to park your car. This can be obtained from one of the 21 automatic payment machines located at the entrances of the parking lot. These machines accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.

Tips For Renting a Car at Barcelona Airport

Getting a car hire at Barcelona airport will help you enjoy the city at your leisure. There are several car rental companies at Barcelona airport, including Hertz, Europcar, Sixt and Budget. Some offer one-day car hires for just five dollars.

The airport has an excellent public transportation system, including buses and taxis. If you're traveling to Barcelona in a large group, you may want to consider SUVs or passenger vans.

Barcelona's city centre is only about a 20-30 minute drive from the airport. Car hire companies have desks in both terminals. You can also pick up your car at nearby Sants railway station. There are several car lots around the city centre. Some companies also allow after-hours returns.

You can rent a car in Barcelona for 29 dollars a week. A convertible is a good choice for driving along the coast. However, smaller cars will get you to your destination faster.

Barcelona airport has a petrol station, but you'll need to get a boarding pass to access the Terminal 2. The nearest petrol station is on your right as you approach the Terminal 2 car return. The station has a car wash and a shop.

The best route into the city is along the C-31 highway.

  • The highway is a toll road, but the price is reasonable.
  • The C-31 is also the quickest way to get into the city. The road is particularly busy during rush hour, so be prepared.

Barcelona Airport Transport Information

Getting to and from Barcelona Airport, Spain, is easy thanks to the numerous options available. The cheapest form of transport is the train. This option will take you to the city centre in just under 55 minutes.

While the train is a great way to get from the airport to the city centre, you can also reach the airport by bus. The A2 Aerobus and the N18 line are the two options to consider. These two options offer similar benefits. However, the A2 Aerobus takes a slightly longer trip.

The TMB bus is a more affordable option. You can also take the metro. The metro line S9 will take you from the airport to the Zona Universitaria metro station in about 26 minutes. However, you will need to make two changes.

The Aerobus is a bit faster and more efficient than the metro. You can buy tickets from the driver and it is also available for purchase at ATMs.

Torre Agba

The A1/Terminal 1 line has two stops, one on the way to the airport and the other on the way back. The A1/Terminal 1 line departs every 5 minutes from 6:50 am to 9:45 pm. The cheapest ticket is a mere EUR 0.20.

The A2/Terminal 2 line is slightly less frequent. The A2/Terminal 2 line leaves every 20 minutes from 5:30 am to 12:30 am. It has three stops. The most important of these stops is the Terminal 2B arrivals hall. This stop is used by easyJet and is located outside the terminal.

The dynamics of price changes based on season in Barcelona airport

Average price for 7 days rental:

  • 0$ –
  • 78$ –
  • 128$ –
  • 178$ –
  • 228$ –
  • 278$ –
  • 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 23$ a day. However, the costs start at 8$ per day and can go as high as 95$ 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.

There are several insurance tiers available. The various insurance categories in Barcelona airport are described as follows:

  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) - It restricts the customer's liability throughout the rental period and establishes the maximum sum that the customer will be required to pay in the event of damages.
  • Theft Protection (TP) - If your automobile is stolen, this waiver reduces your liability to the vehicle's deductible/excess amount (proof required are a police report and the car keys). TP is typically included in the cost of renting a car.
  • Third Party Liability (TPL) - often referred to as Supplemental Liability Insurance, Extended Protection, Liability Protection, etc., covers both material and intangible losses caused to other people's vehicles, property, and even medical costs.

Unlimited third-party liability insurance is required in Barcelona airport and is automatically bundled into the cost of all car rentals. Don't forget to carry evidence of insurance if you are traveling with your own vehicle.
Purchase insurance while booking your car:

Car rental insurance

When going on vacation, renting a car in Barcelona airport gives you the freedom to go wherever you want, whenever you want, and on your own schedule. Because of this, it is virtually always a smart decision to get behind the wheel.It is always beneficial to have the freedom to travel during times that are less likely to be crowded on public transportation, such as early in the morning or late at night, should you find that to be more convenient.

You can rent almost any kind of car in Barcelona airport, from small, cheap cars to high-end ones. Here are some things you might want to think about:

A size of the car: A bigger car may be more comfortable on the highway, but many beautiful villages in Barcelona airport have narrow streets. Parking garages are often small, and getting in and out of them can be a nightmare. Audi A1 is the most well-liked model among economy classes in Barcelona airport. From EUROPCAR the daily rate for this vehicle begins at 12$. For those who want some extra comfort and have the appropriate budget, EAST COAST is ready to offer a Business-class model - Nissan Maxima, price starts at 60$ per day.
Most rental cars in Barcelona airport are manual, but more and more automatic cars are becoming available. Automatic cars usually 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.

The rental car companies in Barcelona airport can only guarantee a certain type of car, not an exact make or model. Car rental companies have cars from many different brands in the same category. These cars should have the same features that were confirmed at the time of the reservation. Here is an explanation of the various car classes:

Car rental models

You may be able to reserve a specific model in some cases. You will notice a special note next to the vehicle in the search results if such a possibility exists.

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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