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Hire a car at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain

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About the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain

About Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Spain

Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is Spain’s second-busiest airport and the main international gateway to Catalonia. Located just 15 kilometres southwest of central Barcelona, it offers flights to major cities across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and beyond. Hiring a car at Barcelona Airport gives travellers the freedom to explore the cosmopolitan capital, as well as nearby coastal towns, mountain regions and cultural landmarks at their own pace.

Airport facilities and services

The airport is composed of two main terminals, T1 and T2, and provides a full range of services including duty-free shopping, restaurants, cafés, business lounges, baby-care rooms, free Wi-Fi, and multilingual signage. Accessibility services and on-site hotels such as the Sleep & Fly Hotel and TRYP Barcelona Airport Hotel offer convenience for all types of travellers.

Transport to and from the airport

Barcelona Airport is connected to the city via Metro Line L9 Sud, commuter trains (Rodalies R2 Nord), buses, and taxis. However, for those who wish to explore the Costa Brava, Montserrat, Tarragona, or the Pyrenees, car hire is the most flexible and convenient option.

How to hire a car at Barcelona Airport

Car rental desks are located in both terminals. Vehicle pick-up points are in the dedicated car hire car parks, easily accessible by following airport signage. Major rental providers include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Enterprise, Budget and others. Booking in advance with Rentcars secures better rates, wider availability, and the option to add extras such as GPS, full insurance or additional drivers.

Driving tips from Barcelona Airport

  • Drive on the right: As throughout Spain, traffic flows on the right-hand side.
  • Speed limits: Typically 50 km/h in urban areas, 90 km/h on secondary roads, and 120 km/h on motorways.
  • Toll roads: Some motorways are tolled — payment by card is widely accepted.
  • Fuel stations: Available at the airport and along all major roads, many open 24/7.
  • Navigation: Use a GPS or navigation app to reach destinations like Sitges, Girona, or Andorra with ease.

Why book your car hire at Barcelona Airport with Rentcars?

Rentcars lets you compare offers from top-rated car rental providers at Barcelona Airport. Enjoy a seamless booking process, transparent pricing, and customer support in your language. Whether you're discovering Barcelona’s architectural treasures or taking a road trip along the Mediterranean coast, Rentcars helps you start your journey comfortably and confidently.

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Average daily rate in the last 30 days

£ 31,65

Most popular car hire models at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain

  • Fiat 500X (SUV)
  • Mercedes-Benz C Class (Premium)
  • Opel Zafira (Minivan)

Best rated car hire companies

  • Sixt
  • OK Mobility
  • Centauro

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    Car Hire Requirements in Spain

    • 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 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain

    • How much is it to hire a car at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain?

      The lowest price found at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain is £ 4,77 per day.

    • Which car hire company is the best rated at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain?

      The car hire company best rated by our customers at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain is Sixt.

    • Which car hire model is the most rented at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain?

      The most popular car hire model at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain is the Fiat 500X.

    • What is the average car hire daily rate at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain?

      In the last 30 days, the average daily rate was £ 31,65.

    • How many car hire locations are there at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain?

      at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain there are 26 locations from 23 car hire companies.

    • Which car hire categories are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Spain?

      SUV, Premium, Minivan, Mini, Luxury, Midsize, Economy, Convertible, Compact, Van, Standard, Full Size.

    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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