How can I book a car at Barcelona Airport through FindYCar?

The booking process is very simple and takes just a few minutes. Select Barcelona Airport (El Prat) as the pick-up location, enter your arrival date and time, the return date, choose a suitable car from the available options, fill in your contact details, and complete the reservation. A confirmation with all the details will be sent to your email address.

What is the minimum age to hire a car at Barcelona Airport?

The standard minimum age is 21 years. However, for premium or large vehicles, the minimum age may be 23-25 years.

What do I need to have with me to pick up a rental car at Barcelona Airport?

When collecting the vehicle, you must present: a valid driver’s licence (with at least one year of driving experience), an identity document (passport or ID card), and a bank card in the name of the main driver.

What types of cars are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport?

Available options include economy and compact cars, saloons, estate cars, SUVs, convertibles, and minivans.

How much does it cost to hire a car at Barcelona Airport?

Car hire at Barcelona Airport costs approximately €25-35 per day for economy cars, €35-50 for compact and mid-size vehicles, and €50-90 for SUVs or convertibles. Prices may vary depending on the season and hire duration.

Which car hire companies offer services at Barcelona Airport?

At Barcelona Airport, you can find major international car hire companies such as Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, and Sixt, along with reliable local car hire providers.

Do I need to leave a deposit when picking up a car at Barcelona Airport?

We offer car hire options without a deposit at Barcelona Airport. This allows you to keep access to your funds during your trip and plan your budget more flexibly.

Is it mandatory to use a credit card to hire a car at Barcelona Airport?

At FindYCar, there are hire options at Barcelona Airport that do not require a credit card. You can pay with a regular debit card, making the service more accessible for a wide range of travellers.

Is insurance included in the hire cost at Barcelona Airport?

Yes, the hire price through FindYCar already includes basic insurance coverage, including the mandatory liability insurance. If you wish, you can also purchase additional comprehensive insurance for maximum protection during your trip.

Is it possible to hire a car at Barcelona Airport and return it at a different location?

Yes, you can return the car in central Barcelona, in another city in Catalonia, or even in another region of Spain.

Where are the car hire desks located at Barcelona Airport?

Most car hire offices are located directly in terminals T1 and T2 of El Prat Airport or nearby with convenient shuttle service. After arrival, follow the signs for "Car Rental" / "Alquiler De Coches". Exact instructions for picking up your car will be provided in your booking voucher.

Are there any mileage limits when hiring at Barcelona Airport?

At FindYCar, the vast majority of hires at Barcelona Airport include unlimited mileage. This is perfect for those planning to travel around Catalonia, visit the Costa Brava, Costa Dorada, or take trips to other regions of Spain.

Is it possible to request a child seat when hiring at Barcelona Airport?

Absolutely, when booking through FindYCar, you can add a child seat, which will be provided with your car at Barcelona Airport. We recommend reserving the seat at the time of booking to ensure its availability.

Are there special offers for long-term hires at Barcelona Airport?

Yes, FindYCar offers attractive conditions for long-term hires with pick-up at Barcelona Airport. We provide special rates for weekly, monthly, and even longer hires.

What are the cancellation or modification conditions for bookings at Barcelona Airport?

Most of our offers allow you to cancel or modify your booking free of charge if done within a certain period before the hire starts. The exact cancellation policy depends on the selected rate and is specified in your booking confirmation.

Car Hire Barcelona Airport: No Deposit, No Credit Card

The best way to hire a car at Barcelona Airport through FindYCar

Here’s how you can collect your vehicle as soon as you step off the plane:

Choose a good vehicle that’s 100% sufficient.
Book now, select insurance, available feature upgrades, etc. Set the pickup location to “Barcelona Airport (BCN)”.
Confirm your reservation by clicking “Pay Now” (100% or 20% prepayment required).

Location

You are free to specify any location you prefer to collect your vehicle (this could be a city, airport, or delivery)
Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.

Booking

Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
Book a car through our website and make the payment online
You will receive an email voucher with the rental company’s contact details and pick-up instructions.

Pick-Up

When collecting the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driving licence, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
Sign the rental agreement, collect the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Hire Barcelona Airport: Best of FindYCar

BCN channels millions into Catalonia’s capital, where Gaudí’s architectural fever dreams meet Mediterranean beaches and Gothic quarters conceal centuries of secrets. Most arrivals head straight to La Rambla’s crowds or Sagrada Família’s endless queues, missing the reality that Catalonia’s best experiences lie beyond the metro’s reach. Montserrat’s peaks, Costa Brava’s coves, and Pyrenean villages lie within easy reach.

Picking up your vehicle directly at the terminal allows you to escape the urban sprawl immediately and head straight for the hidden wonders of Catalonia. Car hire at Barcelona Airport is a strategic choice that simply enables you to:

Bypass the congested city centre entirely, allowing you to head north to the Costa Brava or south to Sitges without navigating Barcelona’s confusing one-way streets
Reach the peaks of Montserrat directly, putting the famous mountain monastery just 45 minutes away without the need for multiple train transfers or rigid tour schedules.
Access the secluded charm of Cadaqués and Tossa de Mar, ensuring you can reach these iconic coastal villages without making unnecessary detours through the city.

Your Spanish trip can be upgraded with FindYCar’s best extras (no deposit, free cancellation, child seat, for cash, no credit card, and others).

What’s the price of car hire at Barcelona Airport?

Strong competition among rental providers helps keep costs manageable, even with the added convenience. Budget this when choosing car hire at Barcelona Airport:

Economy cars: €24-€54 per day
Mid-range cars: €56-€76 per day
SUVs and minivans: €83-€132 per day
Luxury cars: €134+ per day

This convenience comes with built-in premiums, but smart choices keep your budget from evaporating before you leave the terminal. Here’s how to keep more euros for Catalan adventures:

Find the right type and make the reservation in advance
Search through FindYCar
Take a long-term car hire
Don’t buy more than 2-3 extra features.

Don’t “Book Now” without comparing the price:

Table of hire prices for popular cars at Barcelona Airport by season

Car model	Body type	Passengers	Luggage capacity	Price per day (low season)	Price per day (high season)
Fiat 500	Mini / Economy	4	1	€10	€30
Opel Corsa	Economy / Compact	5	2	€11	€35
Skoda Rapid / VW Polo	Compact	5	2	€13	€42
Nissan Juke	SUV	5	3	€20	€60
Ford Focus	Standard / Estate	5	3-4	€23	€65
Audi A4	Mid-Size Saloon	5	3	€30	€80
BMW 5 Series	Luxury Saloon	5	3	€45	€120
Ford Tourneo	Minivan	7-8	4-5	€55	€140
Mercedes C Class	Luxury Compact	5	3	€42	€100
BMW X1	SUV Premium	5	3	€33	€90

⚠️ Note: The prices listed are for guidance only and can vary depending on the pickup point at Barcelona El Prat Airport, the rental provider, booking date, car model, insurance coverage, and rental period. The table shows average market rates and does not guarantee availability at these prices. Where available, it also includes options with no deposit and no credit card required. Actual prices may be higher or lower depending on current promotions and how early the booking is made.

Chart of car hire prices at Barcelona Airport: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

Our experience shows that car hire prices at Barcelona Airport follow a clear seasonal pattern throughout the year. All data was collected from confirmed car hire bookings made through the FindYCar website, ensuring accuracy and up to date information. The analysis included all vehicle types and classes, as well as options to hire without a deposit or a credit card, which provides a comprehensive and objective view of the market.

The results indicate that the lowest car hire prices are found in February, when the average daily rate is just 15 €. This is the cheapest month of the year to hire a car in Barcelona and is 55% lower than the peak price. January and March also remain affordable, with average prices of 16 € per day, making the winter period the most budget friendly option for cost conscious travellers.

The highest prices are recorded in December, when rates reach 33 € per day, which is the annual maximum. The summer months are also relatively expensive, with August averaging 31 € per day, which is 107% higher than the February minimum, and July at 30 € per day. Confirmed bookings through our website show that April marks a noticeable increase to 25 € per day, which is 67% higher than winter prices.

Spring and autumn offer more moderate rates. May and June average between 21 € and 22 € per day, September and October range from 22 € to 23 € per day, and November returns to a comfortable level of 17 € per day. This means the difference between the cheapest and most expensive months reaches 120%, highlighting the strong impact of seasonality.

It is worth noting that the December price spike is linked to the holiday season and New Year vacations, when demand for car hires increases significantly. Our experience suggests that planning a trip during the winter months from January to March can reduce hire costs by up to half compared to summer or holiday periods.

16 €

JAN

15 €

FEB

16 €

MAR

25 €

APR

21 €

MAY

22 €

JUN

30 €

JUL

31 €

AUG

23 €

SEP

22 €

OCT

17 €

NOV

33 €

DEC

Hiring a car at Barcelona Airport: What documents do I need?

Here are the standard documents you need to hire a car at Barcelona Airport:

Credit card
Driving licence
Passport
Reservation voucher.

Traffic Rules

Leaving BCN means immediately navigating Spanish highways where local drivers move fast and expect you to keep up. Master these essentials before hiring a car at Barcelona Airport:

Keep to the right side of the road.
When leaving the airport, follow road signs carefully because a wrong turn can send you onto toll roads or back into terminal loops.
The speed limit is 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on secondary roads, 100 km/h on dual carriageways, and 120 km/h on motorways.
The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.03% for those with less than two years of driving experience.
Drivers who need vision correction must carry a spare pair of glasses or contact lenses.

Parking

Airport short-term areas charge €3-4 per hour and drain wallets fast, while long-term lots run €15-25 daily depending on distance from terminals.

In the heart of the capital, you can expect to pay between €3.15 and €4.75 per hour for a guarded space.

Petrol Stations

Several 24-hour fuel stops operate within 5 kilometres of the airport along major routes – perfect for filling up before returns.

Diesel costs around €1.40-1.55 per litre, while unleaded runs €1.50-1.65, with prices slightly higher at airport-adjacent locations than inland alternatives.

Toll Roads

The C-32 coastal autopista towards Sitges and Costa Dorada charges €3-5 for short trips, while reaching Tarragona costs around €10-12.

The C-31 inland route runs completely free as an alternative, though it adds 15-20 minutes and misses the Mediterranean views.

Top features of FindYCar: Car hire at Barcelona Airport with no deposit, no credit card, insurance, and full coverage