Car rental Barcelona - Airport [BCN], Spain

Car Rental Barcelona Airport Review

Barcelona is one the best places for tourist to visit in Spain. Being situated between mountains and a seaside it has a variety of entertainment to offer.  One can’t keep from enjoying its views that combine the best modernist architecture sights that were created by such renowned artists as Dali, Picasso, Gaudi and Miro and gorgeous churches in Romanesque style.

The things we should know about Barcelona Airport:

• The full name of the airport is Barcelona–El Prat Airport
• It is second largest airport in Spain, 10^th busiest in Europe and 31^st busiest in the whole world
• It handles more than 35 million passengers per year

How can I get to Barcelona Airport?

Barcelona –El Prat Airport is located 14 km southwest of the city center of Barcelona.

Follow the signs till you find the one for the C-31 or C-32 (towards Barcelona) these will lead you to the “Gran Via”, “Avinguda Diagonal”, “Ronda the Dalt” or “Ronda del Litoral” which are some of the main roads towards Barcelona from that side of the city.

What is better: Taxi or Car Rental in Barcelona?

The fare for a single trip varies from 20 to 35 EUR/ 27-48$.

The best cabs are:

• Aqui Taxi. Tel: 93 219 73 42
• Book Raxi bcn. Tel: +34 93 433 85 55
• Airport Taxi. Tel: 932 235 151

The benefits of hiring a car:

• The cheapest cars start from 15$ per day while only one way trip by taxi will cost you up to 48$
• It’s a convenient means of transport both as a transfer from the airport and within the city itself.
• You don’t depend on anyone else, being free to choose your destinations and the time you want to spend there without extra charge.

Barcelona Airport Companies Review:

Shuttle Bus:

Goldcar

Polígono Mas Blau II, Avenida de les Garrigues, 49, El Prat de Llobregat

Tel:  +34 965 23 31 69

e-mail: bcn@goldcar.es

Open hours: Mon-Sun: 07:00-23:00

Centauto

Alta Ribagorza nº 30-34 El Prat de Llobregat,

Tel: 931 931 844

e-mail: centauro@centauro.net

Open hours: Mon-Sun: 07:00-23:00

Solmar

Carrer de L´Alta Ribagorça, 18. Poligono Mas Blau II. El Prat de LLobregat

Tel: (0034) 934 788 795 

e-mail: barcelona@solmar.es 

Open hours: Mon-Sun: 08:00-24:00

Airport Terminal Pickup:

Firefly

El Prat de Llobregat,

Tel: +34 931 93 57 05

e-mail: itrox51@yahoo.com

Open hours: Mon-Sun: 08:00-01:00

Europcar

Aeropuerto El Prat, El Prat de Llobregat

Tel: +34 0 902105055

e-mail: es_customerservice@europcar.com

Open hours: Mon-Sun: 08:00-24:00

SIXT

Terminal 1 + 2 Llegadas, El Prat de Llobregat

Tel: +34-902-491616

e-mail: espana@sixt.com

Open hours: Mon-Sun: 00:00-24:00

Avis

Aeropuerto De Barcelona

Tel: (34) 902 108 495

e-mail: custserv@avis.com

Open hours: Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Mon - Sat 7:00 AM - 12:30 AM

Interrent

Barcelona–El Prat Airport, El Prat de Llobregat, 

Tel: +34 935 29 27 10

e-mail: ES@interrent.com

Open hours: Mon- Sun: 07:00-23:00

Which cars can I rent?

Mini cars are provided by Interrent with average price 18$, Solmar 18$, Goldcar 19$, Centauro 19$, ATESA 22$ and AVIS 26$

These cars are ideal for couples or independent travelers. It’s very compact and helps you easily get from one destination to another.

The best offer for now is Fiat 500 for 15.60$ from Goldcar

Available models are: Fiat 500, Ford Ka 17.34$, Skoda Citygo 17.51$, Hyundai i10 17.68$, Volkswagen Up 17.82$, Mini One 19.70$, Citroen C1 23$, Smart ForTwo Automatic 33$, Mini Cooper S Convertible 84.80$

Compact cars are provided by Goldcar with average price 23.60$, Centauro 24.29$, SolMar 25.28$, Firefly 27.19$, ATESA 31.62$ and AVIS 38.13$

These cars have room for 5 passengers and 4 pieces of luggage and are a good choice for families or small/medium-sized groups.

The best offer is Opel Astra for 22.73$ from Firefly

Available models are: Fiat 500L 23.60$, Opel Astra 22.73$, Volkwagen Golf 25.28$, Ford Focus TDI 25.87$, Ford Focus Estate 27.19$, Peugeot Partner 5 Seater 27.73$, BMW 118 28.13$, Ford Focus Estate TDI 29.88$,  Renault Scenic 28.13$, Ford C Max 30.11$, Ford Focus Automatic 31.62$, Citroen Berlingo 23$,  Peugeot 308 22.95$,  Peugeot 308 Convertible 45.84$, Peugeot 308 Estate 47.35$, Volkswagen Touran 5 Seater 46.33$, Citroen C4 Picasso Automatic 36.35$, Seat Leon 38.13$, Peugeot 3008  39.85$, Audi A 3 TDI 42.23$,

Economy cars are provided by Interrent with average price 20.50$, Centauro 20.96$, ATESA 23.60$, AVIS 28.15$ and SIXT 33.89$

These cars have room for 5 passengers and 3 pieces of luggage and are suitable for small families or groups.

The best offer is Volkswagen Polo for 17.64$ from Goldcar

Available models:  Volkswagen Polo 17.64$, Opel Corsa 17.74$, Ford Fiesta 20.96$, Seat Ibiza 25.44$, Nissan Micra 30.36$, Audi A1 45.65$

Standard/intermediate cars are provided by ATESA with average price 41.43$, AVIS 46.56$, SOLMAR 48.79$, Europcar 52.09$, SIXT 52.52$ and GoldCar 69.86$

This type is a good choice for larger groups or families, having room for 5 passengers and from 3 to 5 pieces of luggage.

The best offer is Seat Altea Estate for 30.26$ from SolMAR

Available models: Seat Altea Estate 30.26$, Opel Insignia 35.80$,Citroen C5 41.43$, Volvo V40 Estate, Opel Insignia 43.79$, Volkswagen Golf Plus 46.56$, Volkswagen Passat Automatic 48.79$, Seat Altea 52.09$, Audi A3 52.52$, Skoda Octavia Estate 65.12$, Audi A4 69.86$, Mercedes A Class Automatic 71.29$, Toyota Avensis Automatic 84.29$, Citroen C5, BMW 3 Series Convertible 218.80$,

Van/minivans are provided by GoldCar with average price 57.56$, ATESA 62.20$, AVIS 70.20$, Centauro 79.26$, SIXT 146.06$

These cars have room for 7 -9 passengers and 2-8 pieces of luggage and are perfect for larger families or groups that appreciate travelling in comfort.

The best offer is Opel Zafira 5+2 Seater for 28.84$ from Firefly

Available models: Opel Zafira 5+2 Seater 28.84$, Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Automatic 57.56$, Ford Galaxy 7 Seater 79.26$, Mercedes Vito Traveliner 81.70$, Mercedes Viano Seater 95.01$, Citroen Jumper 9 Seater 101.36$, Chrysler Grand Voyager Automatic 104.51$, Volkswagen Transporter 146.06$.

SUV cars are provided by SIXT with average price 147$.

SUV is perfect for families or groups that want to get to any destination with comfort.

The best offer is BMW X1 for 76.44$ from SIXT

Available models: BMX X1 76.44$,  BMW X1 Automatic 88.58$, Audi Q5 129.53$,

Fullsize cars are provided by SiXT with average price 124$.

This type has enough room for 5 passengers and 4 pieces of luggage and is a good choice for families and groups.

The best offer is Mercedes C Class Estate for 104.20$ from SIXT

Available models: Mercedes C Class Estate 104.20$, BMW 318 Estate Automatic 124.84$, BMW 3 Series Convertible Automatic  240.18$

Luxury/premium cars are provided by SiXT with average price 192$ and AVIS 182$.

Luxury cars are perfect for those who want to arrive in style to their destination.

The best offer is BMW5 Series for 108.57$ from SIXT

Available models: BMW 5 Series 108.57$, BMW 5 Series Automatic 135.48$, Mercedes SLK Convertible Automatic 168.28$, Audi A6 Automatic 182.25$

Car Rental Fuel Policy:

Pick up full, return full – you pick up the car with full tank and you have to return it also with a full tank. It’s ideal for the short trips since you pay only for the petrol you actually use!

Pick up half full- return half full - you pick up the car with half full tank and you have to return it with the same level of gas. Any difference will be of extra charge.  

Pre-purchase fuel– the vehicle is given with the full tank and should be returned empty.

1 liter of Gasoline costs 1.45 €/ 2$.

The nearest major gas stations are:

1) Estació de Servei Moianès - Meroil. Address: Carrer del Moianès, 34
08014 Barcelona. Tel: +34 934 318 007

2) Galp Barcelona Parallel Address: Avinguda del Parallel, 132
08015 Barcelona Tel: +34 933 251 308

3) Gasolinera Balmes  Address: Carrer de Balmes, 288
08006 Barcelona Tel: +34 932 002 314

4) Gesoil-Benz Address: Carrer de Calàbria, 132
08015 Barcelona Tel: +34 934 233 659

Car rental locations nearby:

• Barcelona - Train Station (sants) 6.44 mi / 10.37 km
• Barcelona - Mas Blau 1.49 mi / 2.39 km

The location is serviced by Europcar. The prices start with 29$ for mini models, 30$ for economy, 41$ for compact 52$ for standard/intermediate.

• Cornellà De Llobregat 3.96 mi / 6.38 km

This location is serviced by Europcar. The prices are little cheaper, than in the airport. Mini models are for 38$, economy for 38-40$,  compact for 50-55$, standard/intermediate for 60-73$.

• Barcelona - Sant Boi De Llobregat 3.98 mi / 6.4 km

This location is serviced by ATESA, AVIS and Europcar. The prices start from 22$ for mini models 23$for economy, 31$ for compact 39$ for standard/intermediate, 62$ for van/minivan, offered by ATESA.

• Barcelona - Furgonetas - L'hospitalet De Llobregat 4.26 mi / 6.86 km
• Barcelona - Arago Street 6.9 mi / 11.11 km
• Barcelona - Viladomat 7.06 mi / 11.36 km
• Barcelona - Corcega 7.84 mi / 12.61 km
• Barcelona - Gran Via 8.17 mi / 13.15 km
• Barcelona - Centre De La Vila 8.84 mi / 14.23 km
• Barcelona Diagonal Mar 10.58 mi / 17.02 km
• Badalona 13.63 mi / 21.94 km
• Martorell - Downtown 15.16 mi / 24.39 km
• Sabadell 17.36 mi / 27.94 km
• Vilanova I La Geltrú - Downtown 18.36 mi / 29.55 km

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