Car hire at Madrid airport

Budget rentals from just 10€/day · Electric cars from 26€/day · Convertibles available from 43€/day

Your Guide to Renting a Car in Madrid airport:

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The airport includes 4 terminals, which will be discussed a little later. The story begins in 1927 when it was built, but national and international flights began operating in 1931. At first it was a small terminal with a capacity of 30,000 passengers per year. But now it is the fourth airport in Europe and 11th busiest in the world. Passenger traffic is usually 46-50 million passengers per year. And now for the terminals.

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Terminals

  • Terminal T1 is international, serving about 30 international airlines. Gates: A1-A14, B18-B33, C30-C42.
  • T2 terminal is served mainly by local and airlines of the Schengen countries. Gates: C43-C50, D53-D66.
  • Terminal T3 is only open for arrivals of local companies. Gates: F90-F94, E67-E82.
  • A free light green bus runs between all terminals, and a free electric train runs between terminal 4 facilities on autopilot, that is, without a driver.

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Services.

Cafes (about 30), restaurants, boutiques, shops and Duty Free. Also working: a security system, car rentals, banks, currency exchange offices, a medical office, a Wi-Fi zone, left-luggage offices and playgrounds.

More than 10 parking zones. They are located at the terminals:

  • Inexpensive parking (estimated for 3 hours or more);
  • Long stay parking;
  • Free, unguarded parking near the terminals for motorcycles and bicycles.

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How to get to the center of Madrid

There are several ways to get there: bus, suburban train, metro, taxi, rental car. Below are instructions for each route.

If you've rented a car at Madrid Barajas Airport, here are some routes to the city center.

First route starts from parking lot P1 of the first terminal of Barajas airport. Then follow the signs to the M-14 highway.

The second route to the city center is longer than the first: it will take about 32 minutes and will stretch for 23.2 km.

On public transport.

  • On public transport also you can get to the center. Of the buses, the most convenient option is the yellow express No. 203. Ticket price 5 euros. The interval is 15 minutes during the day and 30 minutes in the evening. The journey will take approximately 40 minutes. It goes from T1, T2, T3 and T4 to the station "Estación Madrid - Puerta de Atocha". You can first get to Plaza Mayor by bus number 203 from Terminal T1 to the Canillejas stop, then go left along the pedestrian zone to the opposite street. And there find and take the Canillejas metro station and go to the Opera stop. Continue along C. del Bonetillo to the intersection with Via Mayor, enjoying the architecture of the center!
  • City train C1 from terminal T4 to Príncipe Pío takes 38 minutes. The ticket price is 2.6 euros. Nearby is a huge and majestic royal palace.
  • You can easily get from all terminals on the 8th line to Nuevos Ministerios by metro. The time will be 11-16 minutes. The cost is 4.5 euros. A little to the north is the legendary Real Madrid stadium - Santiago Bernabeu.
  • Taxi ranks are located at all Barajas airport terminals. The cost is basically 30-40 euros to the center.

Where can I rent a car at Barajas Airport?

You can rent a car at Madrid Barajas Airport in the arrivals area at terminals T1 and T4. There are 15 rental companies here. You can find them by the signs “Car Rental Centre”.

Rental conditions: driving experience at least 1 year, and in some companies at least 2 years, driver's license without fines, if you are a foreigner, then an international driver's license with an explanation of the category; a document identifying a citizen; debit or credit card with enough money. If you are under 25 years old, you will be charged a tax of 8 to 25 euros per day. The cost depends on the car. It also includes insurance. The car should be returned with a full tank.

Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Budget

Most popular car class

Standard

Average price

30 € / Day

Best price

21 € / Day

Estimated cost for 7 days rental

January
€90
February
€87
March
€101
April
€148
May
€138
June
€190
July
€223
August
€166
September
€101
October
€103
November
€102
December
€199

* Data calculated based on car bookings for the previous 2 years.

In August rental companies located in Madrid airport rent much more cars than in the rest of the year. This month marks the smallest range of cars on offer and the highest rental prices. In such a high season, when the number of available cars is minimal, you should arrange a rental as early as possible. This will allow you to get the best rental option at the most favorable price.

The best time to rent a car in Madrid airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €23, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.

The highest demand for car rental occurs in summer. The cost increases, on average, by 30-50% and the choice of available cars is significantly reduced. For example, in July, the average price for a popular car model Mercedes C Class is €71 per day.

Rental locations in nearby cities

Nearest airports

Madrid airport - Terminal 4
2.3 km / 1.4 miles
Madrid airport - Terminal 1
2.6 km / 1.6 miles
Valladolid Airport
173.5 km / 107.8 miles
Zaragoza airport
251.4 km / 156.2 miles
Valencia airport
285.5 km / 177.4 miles
Leon airport (Spain)
291.5 km / 181.1 miles

Nearest cities

Plaza De Castilla (Madrid)
10.5 km / 6.5 miles
Madrid
13.7 km / 8.5 miles
Valladolid
162.2 km / 100.8 miles
Salamanca
184.6 km / 114.7 miles
Zaragoza
260.1 km / 161.6 miles
Valencia
294.3 km / 182.9 miles

Average daily prices by car class

4x
2x
A/C
3x
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

We have a large selection of different car models in our fleet in Madrid airport. You can rent convertibles, sedans, SUVs or minivans. You can easily select a car to your budget through a convenient online booking system.

You can choose a car of any required category. The following classes are in particular demand among customers:

  • Cabriolet;
  • Business Class;
  • SUV;
  • Minivan.

Also available other models and you can rent them in Madrid airport at a convenient time and on favorable terms.

In recent years in Madrid airport the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent VW E-Vision in Madrid airport by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.

Documents required for car rental

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

10 Smart Tips to Make the Most of Your Car Rental

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.

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Book in advance

Madrid airport is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Madrid airport. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.

Which car to choose for rent

Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Fiat Panda or Ford Focus. 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 BMW 5 Series Estate in Madrid airport will cost €32 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 advice

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.

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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 Policy

When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Madrid airport for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.

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Mileage without limits

The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Madrid 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.

How to choose a rental company

It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.Madrid airport 7

Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Madrid airport are EUROPCAR with an average rating of 9.9 points and SIXT (rating - 9).

Getting a car at a rental office

Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.

Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.

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