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Hire a car at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy

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About the Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy

About Cagliari Elmas Airport, Italy

Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) is the main airport serving southern Sardinia, located just 7 kilometres northwest of Cagliari’s city centre. As the gateway to one of Italy’s most picturesque islands, it connects travellers to domestic and European destinations. Hiring a car at Cagliari Airport is the most convenient way to explore Sardinia’s stunning beaches, remote villages, and mountainous interior at your own pace.

Airport facilities and services

The airport is compact and efficient, offering a range of services including restaurants, cafés, shops, ATMs, free Wi-Fi, baby-care rooms, and car rental desks. Accessibility services are available, and nearby hotels such as Holiday Inn Cagliari and Hotel Quadrifoglio are ideal for early departures or late arrivals.

Transport to and from the airport

Public transport options include trains and buses linking the airport to central Cagliari in under 15 minutes. Taxis are available outside the terminal. However, to reach coastal resorts like Villasimius or Costa Rei, and natural attractions such as the Gennargentu mountains, car hire is highly recommended.

How to hire a car at Cagliari Airport

Car rental companies are located within the terminal building or in adjacent areas accessed via a short walk. Trusted providers include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sicily by Car, Sixt, and Maggiore. Booking in advance through Rentcars ensures competitive rates, guaranteed availability, and access to extras such as GPS, child seats, and insurance options.

Driving tips from Cagliari Airport

  • Drive on the right: As in the rest of Italy, driving is on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Speed limits: Typically 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on secondary roads, and 130 km/h on motorways — always check for posted signs.
  • Fuel stations: Available near the airport and along major roads — some are self-service only during certain hours.
  • Road conditions: Main roads are well maintained, but rural routes may be narrow and winding — drive with caution.
  • Navigation: Use GPS or smartphone apps to find scenic coastal routes and avoid traffic around Cagliari.

Why book your car hire at Cagliari Airport with Rentcars?

With Rentcars, you can compare offers from top car hire companies at Cagliari Airport in one place. Enjoy transparent pricing, easy online booking, and support in your language. Whether you're exploring Sardinia’s capital or planning a coastal road trip, Rentcars helps you start your journey with confidence and convenience.

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Average daily rate in the last 30 days

£ 26,87

Most popular car hire models at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy

  • Renault Clio (Compact)
  • Ford Kuga (SUV)
  • Toyota Aygo (Economy)

Best rated car hire companies

  • Rental Plus
  • Viaggiare
  • Moventur

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    Car Hire Requirements in Italy

    • Minimum Age

      In most countries, the minimum age required to hire a vehicle is 25.

    • Driving Licence

      Each driver must present a full, valid and original national driving licence, held for a minimum of 2 years. If your licence is not in a language used in your destination country, an International Driving Permit to accompany your national driving licence is highly recommended. Some rental companies and government agencies require that you present an IDP. It is the renter's responsibility to present both their IDP and Driver's License when picking up the vehicle. For more information, please reach out to the Rental Company.

    • ID and Passport

      Each driver must present a valid and original photo ID and passport.

    • International Credit Card

      The renter must present a valid and personal credit card with enough funds to be held as a security deposit. Third-party credit cards will not be accepted. The car hire company is solely responsible for approving the provided credit card. Online prepayment does not exempt the renter from providing a valid international credit card during vehicle pick-up. The hire company will place a hold in the amount of the required security deposit and, when applicable, any additional local fees not covered in the prepaid voucher will be charged to the card provided at the hire location.

    • Prepaid Booking Voucher

      You must present a printout of the Booking Confirmation Voucher at the hire location. This document officially confirms all agreed upon services, payment conditions, rates, discounts, as well as the availability of a vehicle from the selected group.

    • Important Information

      Car hire companies reserve the right to refuse service to underage or unlicensed drivers, those with poor credit history, or individuals otherwise considered liabilities by the hire company.

    What to know before hiring a car at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy

    • How much is it to hire a car at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy?

      The lowest price found at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy is £ 8,43 per day.

    • Which car hire company is the best rated at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy?

      The car hire company best rated by our customers at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy is Rental Plus.

    • Which car hire model is the most rented at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy?

      The most popular car hire model at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy is the Renault Clio.

    • What is the average car hire daily rate at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy?

      In the last 30 days, the average daily rate was £ 26,87.

    • How many car hire locations are there at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy?

      at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy there are 34 locations from 32 car hire companies.

    • Which car hire categories are available at Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), Italy?

      Compact, SUV, Economy, Mini, Midsize, Full Size, Premium, Minivan.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CAR HIRE

    Proteções do veículo

    Vehicle protections

    Hire car protections usually have the abbreviations CDW and LDW and protect the vehicle from robbery and damage in the event of collisions or accidents.

    Proteções à terceiros

    Third party protection

    The protections against third parties have several abbreviations, such as ALI, SLI and others. In general, they protect the vehicle from third parties involved in collisions with your rental car.

    Caução

    Security deposit

    To pick up the car you must leave a security deposit, also called a pre-authorization. The amount is "blocked" on the renter's credit card and "unlocked" after the return of the car on the same conditions.

    Opcionais

    Optional items

    It is possible to add optional items to your reservation, such as GPS, child car seat or booster seat. Take advantage of those items so you don’t have to worry about it later!

    Condutor adicional

    Additional driver

    If someone else is sharing the wheel with you, they need to be added to the car hire agreement as an additional driver and meet the same documentation and minimum age requirements as the main driver or hirer.

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    Mileage

    Check if your reservation has free mileage or not. Free mileage means you can ride as much as you like with the hire car and you will not pay extra depending on the ride.

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