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How much does Barcelona Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car from Barcelona Airport. It’s around 117,008FBu a day in November, compared to the yearly average which is 345,491FBu a day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • 117,008FBu
Yearly avg price345,491FBu

Car hire near Barcelona Airport

If it's easier for you, there are lots of car hire pickup locations in Barcelona from 21,190FBu.

The most popular car rental companies in Barcelona Airport

Barcelona Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price345,491FBu
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found24,093FBu
Cheapest month to rentNovember
Providers at Barcelona Airport37
Most popular providerRecord go
Best time to book1 week before

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Driving in Barcelona: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
A licence, passport and credit card are essential.
To rent a car in Barcelona, you’ll need a valid driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required if your licence is not in English or EU-issued.
Navigating city driving
Well-signposted but often congested.
Driving in Barcelona involves wide boulevards, strict lane rules, and heavy traffic. Navigation apps are useful to avoid low-emission zones and get real-time route updates.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Low-emission zones apply in most of the city.
Barcelona has a ZBE (Low Emission Zone) that restricts older vehicles. Toll roads in Barcelona are also common on longer routes. Check if your hire car qualifies and pay online or through the rental firm.
Parking your car in Barcelona
Parking spaces are limited and time-restricted in most places.
Parking in Barcelona is colour-coded — blue zones are paid, green zones are for residents. Street spaces fill up quickly, especially near the centre. Multi-storey car parks and hotel options are often more reliable.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is improving.
Petrol stations are common across Barcelona. EV charging stations Barcelona are increasing, with apps like Electromaps or PlugShare helping you locate and access chargers.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is busy but manageable with care.
Motorbikes and mopeds often move between lanes in busy areas. Keep an eye out in slower traffic, follow the speed limit, and expect extra activity near crossings and busier junctions.
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How to get the best car hire deal in Barcelona Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Barcelona Airport. 

Check out car hire in Barcelona

If you can't find what you're looking for at Barcelona Airport, there could be more car hire options in Barcelona and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Barcelona Airport into Barcelona could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Barcelona Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Barcelona Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Barcelona Airport is May.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Barcelona Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Barcelona Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Barcelona Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Barcelona Airport: FAQs

No. It's a little higher than Spain's average daily car rental price, which is around 320,845FBu.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Barcelona Airport - including Firefly, Final Rentals, Movly, Fox - Rent A Car, Goldcar, Leasys, Click and Rent, Record go, and Centauro.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Barcelona Airport we found is 24,093FBu. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from 21,190FBu. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Barcelona Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Barcelona Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Barcelona Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Keddy By Europcar, with a 4.9 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Click and Rent.
Currently, it looks like Click and Rent has the cheapest car hire deal in Barcelona Airport – for 51,332FBu per day. Record go also has car hire deals from 51,401FBu per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Barcelona Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Barcelona Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
Yes, van hire is available at Barcelona Airport from 622,921FBu per day.
When you rent a car near Barcelona Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Barcelona Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Barcelona Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Barcelona Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.