Considering a Car Rental in Barcelona airport? Everything You Need to Know:
El Prat Josep Tarradellas is the main airport in Catalonia and the second largest in Spain. The official website is www.aena.es.
Airport address: Prat de Llobregat S/N, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain.
Phone: +34913211000.
GPS coordinates: 41°17'50.05" N 2°04'42" E.
Idata code: BCN.
The airport is open 24/7 and carries out permanent charter flights. Serves about 44 million people a year. It has 2 terminals. Between them there is a transport connection in the form of a shuttle, travel is free.
The first terminal is the main terminal of the airport, as well as the fifth largest in the world. It serves both the arrival of passengers and the departure. It can serve such aircraft as Airbus A380-800, Boeing 747-8I. The terminal is divided into five zones: A, B, C, D, E. And it alone is able to serve up to 55 million passengers a year. Each zone has its own function:
zone A - responsible for passengers arriving from Madrid;
zone B - departures to the Schengen zone;
zone C - serves Air Nostrum;
zone D - serves European countries that are not part of the Schengen zone;
The second terminal is divided into 2A, 2B, 2C. Terminal 2A only accepts planes, while the rest both receive and send. The airport provides many services, such as: luggage storage, currency exchange, car rental, parking, selling goods, cafes, etc.
How to get to the center of Barcelona
Getting to the center of Barcelona will be no problem. Bus transport is established with the airport. Stops are located next to terminal T1. The average duration of the Aerobus ride to the city center is 35 minutes. If you choose a municipal bus, the travel time will increase significantly due to frequent stops (up to 1.5 hours).
There was a metro to the airport. Travel time will take approximately one hour. The stations are located in two airport terminals on the ground floor. However, you will have to make transfers to get to the center. Tickets can be purchased before boarding at the terminal. Price - 5.15 euros.
Trains also run to Barcelona Airport. To do this, you need to go to terminal T2 and go down to the ground floor. Intervals between trains are approximately 30 minutes. The price depends on the travel distance. The price of a trip to the city center is approximately 4.60 euros.
The fastest way to get to the center and without confusion is to call a taxi. This can be done at any terminal in the aircraft arrivals areas. The taxi service operates around the clock. The center can be reached in about 20 minutes, but this time may be increased due to traffic congestion. The price for a taxi depends on the distance of the trip, the amount of luggage with you, the time of day at which you are traveling, and whether it is a day off or a weekday.
You can rent a car at Barcelona Airport. Numerous companies provide a wide range of cars of various classes. You can rent a car at the airport itself or online. A rented car gives you freedom of movement around the country.
How to find the car rental office at Barcelona Airport
Car rental is located at the T1 and T2 terminals. You just need to follow the signs “Car rental”. Parking lots of these cars are located near the offices of companies. Cars are provided by companies such as Europcar, Herz, etc. In the T2 terminal, each company has two offices. For a list of car rental companies, here.
Offices work from seven in the morning until midnight. Many companies provide the possibility of online booking. If the trip falls during the tourist season, then this method will allow you to choose the right car and secure it for yourself. Also, when booking online, companies very often provide discounts. The cost of renting a car depends on the brand of the car and the time for which it is planned to rent it.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Rhodium
Most popular car class
Mini
Average price
24 € / Day
Best price
17 € / Day
Estimated price for 7 days rental in Barcelona airport:
January
€102
February
€87
March
€89
April
€122
May
€127
June
€181
July
€201
August
€140
September
€80
October
€79
November
€80
December
€156
* Data calculated based on car bookings for the previous 2 years.
The best month to rent a car in Barcelona airport is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €21. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Barcelona airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €21, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
During the summer months in Barcelona airport there is a significant increase in demand for convertible rentals. This causes an increase in prices and the limited choice of such cars. A day of rental Audi A3 Convertible will cost you €332.
Bookingautos offers a wide range of cars of any class. In Barcelona airport you can rent a convertible, SUV, sedan, minivan, as well as a business class car. Our rental fleet consists of new cars manufactured in 2024 year.
We offer reasonable and fully justified rates with no overpayments or hidden fees. The cost is calculated taking into account the class of car and the duration of the rental period. The longer the period, the lower the daily rate. For compact models of the middle segment the daily price starts from €15, the fee for a middle-class car is €40-€27 per day. Business class will cost more - you will have to pay for it from €94 and above. The cost of rent depends on the season. Moreover, during the peak period, the price increases significantly. Especially for convertibles and rare models. For a popular model among our customers Audi A3 Convertible you will have to pay at least €39 per day.
Recently, in Barcelona airport has seen a rise in demand for electric car rentals. They do not pollute nature and save money. The city has free parking and cheap charging stations. To rent an electric car in Barcelona airport, select the appropriate filter in the car search and fill in the dates you need. The best option could be Hyundai Ioniq.
Documents required for car rental
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Top 10 Tips You Should Know
Download Google maps for offline access
All modern smartphones have a GPS function. You can save on the "Navigator" service and roaming charges for the Internet if you download maps in the Google Maps application in advance. Offline maps also support route building and navigation. To download a map - open the area you need by controlling the scale, and enter "ok maps" in the search.
Book a car in advance
Barcelona airport is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.
It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.
Which car to choose for rent
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Ford Ka or Opel Corsa. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Ford Foxus Estate in Barcelona airport will cost €43 per day.
What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance recommendations
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Fuel prepayment terms
For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:
If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Rent without mileage limit
According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Barcelona airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
Which rental company to choose
Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.
Our clients name the top companies in Barcelona airport - EUROPCAR with an average rating 9.9 points and SIXT with 9 points.
We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.
Car pick-up procedure
Getting a rented car in Barcelona airport is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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