Q: What's the best car hire company in Spain?

The highest-rated car hire company in Spain is Europcar , rated 4.8/5 from 925 reviews. Europcar car hire costs an average of 2.527.122 ₫ per day in Spain. Here are some of the other top rated car hire companies in Spain. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare options. Goldcar 4.8/5 (from 621 reviews) Average daily price: 272.202 ₫ Centauro 4.8/5 (from 533 reviews) Average daily price: 524.745 ₫

Question 1

What documents do I need to hire a car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Spain depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Spain, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

Question 2

How do I hire a car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

It’s easy to hire a car in Spain. First, you need to decide where in Spain you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Question 3

Can I rent a car in Spain long term?

Accepted Answer

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Question 4

Is it expensive to hire a car in Spain?

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It depends where in Spain you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Madrid. On average, it costs 2.420.301 ₫ per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is 167.028 ₫ per day.

Question 5

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

You need to be at least 21 to hire a car in Spain. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee. Some car hire companies also only let you book certain cars.

Enter your age when you search on Skyscanner and we’ll show you the options available.

Question 6

What's the best car hire company in Spain?

Accepted Answer

The highest-rated car hire company in Spain is Europcar, rated 4.8/5 from 925 reviews. Europcar car hire costs an average of 2.527.122 ₫ per day in Spain.

Here are some of the other top rated car hire companies in Spain. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare options.

Goldcar
- 4.8/5 (from 621 reviews)
- Average daily price: 272.202 ₫
Centauro
- 4.8/5 (from 533 reviews)
- Average daily price: 524.745 ₫

Question 7

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

It depends. Some car hire companies in Spain accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Check the company’s accepted payment methods before you book.

Either way, the card needs to be in the main driver's name and you'll need enough money on it to cover a security deposit. You’ll get that back when you return the car.

Question 8

What happens if I need to cancel my car hire in Spain?

Accepted Answer

If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The time you have to cancel depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged.

If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might need to pay a cancellation fee or you won’t get a refund.

Question 9

Can I hire an electric car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Goldcar, Centauro and OK Mobility all have electric cars available in Spain.

Prices start from 148.791 ₫ per day for Small rentals (something like the Fiat 500e or similar).

Use the electric car filter when searching on Skyscanner to compare EV rental in Spain.

Question 10

What’s the best way to compare car hire prices in Spain?

Accepted Answer

The easiest way to compare car hire in Spain is to look at lots of companies at the same time, rather than checking each one individually.

Skyscanner is a comparison website. We search 85 car hire companies and compare prices across 694 available cars – so you don't have to.

Question 11

What kind of car do people usually hire in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Small car hire is the most popular choice in Spain. Think models like the Fiat 500. Around 19% of recent Skyscanner bookings in Spain were for this type of car.

Here are some other popular choices in Spain.

Medium (like the Peugeot 2008 or similar)
- 18% of recent bookings
Compact (like the Peugeot 2008 or similar)
- 13% of recent bookings

Question 12

Can I pick up a car in one location and return it to a different one in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can book one-way car hire in Spain, which means you pick up your car in one location and drop it off somewhere else. Goldcar, Alamo and Enterprise all offer one-way car hire in Spain.

One-way car hire is popular with people planning a Spain road trip, because it means you don’t have to drive back to where you started.

Question 13

How long do people typically hire a car for in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Most people hiring a car in Spain book it for 7 days. If you're still deciding how long your trip’s going to be, here's what you can expect to pay on average:

1 day: 2.140.957 ₫
1 week: 5.661.552 ₫
2 weeks: 11.323.104 ₫
1 month: 33.269.360 ₫

If your plans are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.

Question 14

How much does SUV hire cost in Spain?

Accepted Answer

SUV hire, which is usually something like the Volkswagen T-Cross, averages 2.915.014 ₫ per day. The cheapest price we found for SUV hire in Spain is 145.606 ₫ per day with Click and Rent.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a hire car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book car hire in Spain is usually as early as possible, especially if you’re travelling during busy periods.

You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is more limited.

Question 16

Can I book same-day car hire in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Most car hire companies in Spain offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Spain, just enter today's date on Skyscanner to compare prices.

Question 17

Can I drive my rental car abroad from Spain?

Accepted Answer

Some companies in Spain let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don’t.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could void your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.

Question 18

What's a good price for a hire car in Spain?

Accepted Answer

A good car hire deal in Spain is usually anything under 1.605.717 ₫ per day. That's about 25% cheaper than the average car hire cost in Spain, which is 2.140.957 ₫ per day.

The cheapest price we found in Spain is 144.738 ₫ per day with Firefly for Small car hire.

Most popular provider	Goldcar
Most popular car	Small, economy
Pick-up points	477, Madrid is most popular
Cheapest price found	144.738 ₫ per day, Spain
Cheapest month to rent	February
Best time to book	Less than 1 week before

Side of the road	Right
Currency	Euro
Language	Spanish
Motorway speed limit	120kmph
Built-up area speed limit	50kmph
Age to rent a car	21

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What documents do I need to hire a car in Spain?

How do I hire a car in Spain?

Can I rent a car in Spain long term?

Is it expensive to hire a car in Spain?

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Spain?

What's the best car hire company in Spain?

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Spain?

What happens if I need to cancel my car hire in Spain?