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CAR HIRE BARCELONA AIRPORT
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
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Address
T1 Rent A Car Terminal Hall, Parking Rent a Car T1 Level 1, Barcelona, 08820, ES
Phone
(34) 902108495
Hours of operation
Sun-Sat
07:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Location Information
AFTER-HOURS RETURNS
Yes available from both terminals. Park the car in the Avis/Budget bays and drop off the keys in the key box located next to the Avis stand in the car park. 24 hours a day.
GENERAL DIRECTIONS
AIRLINE PASSENGERS:
T1
07:00-01:30 -hours for the office located in Rent a Car in arrivals
07:00-24:00 - hours for the office located in the car park.
T2
If check out office is closed go to the car park which is just in front of terminal (only 50 meters).
09:00-21:00 - hours for the office located in the car park. After 21:00 there is a free bus to T1 for customers.
LOCAL RENTER: Not Available
PREFERRED SERVICE: Yes, available 07:00-22:00 hrs.
OUT OF HOURS: Yes available from both terminals. Park the car in the Avis/Budget bays and drop off the keys in the key box located next to the Avis stand in the car park.
LOCATION COMMENT
GPS/MANDATORY INCLUDE FLIGHT NUM/FROM 24:00 & 00:30 ONLY OPEN T-B
PREFERRED SERVICE
Yes, available 07:00-22:00 hrs.
RESERVATION REMARK
Please call the office to confirm whether you will be able to collect a vehicle outside our opening hours
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Our Barcelona Airport car rental services are conveniently located in both Terminals 1 and 2 at Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you are meeting us at Terminal 1, you can find us on the ground floor, just after the baggage claim. Alternatively, if you are arriving into Terminal 2, our team is waiting to meet you just after customs. We also have Avis car hire services in the city centre and at Barcelona Sants Train Station.
Spain’s second largest airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport offers access to one of the country’s most cosmopolitan cities, and attracts some 47 million passengers a year. Further afield, the peaks of Montserrat and rugged beaches of the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada offer an indulgent glimpse into Catalonia’s wild and picturesque landscapes.
We offer flexible, one-way options, so you can pick up your hire car from Barcelona Airport and drop it off elsewhere at the end of your stay. Each of our car rental offices offers a 24-hour drop-off service, so your departure is as seamless as your arrival.
Car rental services and optional extras
A variety of vehicles and services are at your disposal when you choose our airport car hire. The following additional options are also available:
Avis Preferred: As well as the usual great service, members of our customer loyalty programme can take advantage of extra benefits such as upgrades, free additional drivers and car hire vouchers.
Out-of-hours return: We know that flights leave at all times of day and night, so if you need to return your vehicle outside normal opening hours, please just tell us in advance.
Breakdown assistance: We hope you’ll enjoy your trip without incident, but should something happen you'll find a toll-free number in your rental agreement or displayed in your vehicle for 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Satellite navigation: Winding mountain roads, narrow city streets, motorway signs in a language you don't understand. Hire a car with GPS navigation and none of these will be a problem; you can just relax and enjoy the drive.
Child seats: Don’t slack on safety just because you’re on holiday. Request child car seats when you book.
Snow chains and ski racks: Spain isn’t all sun, sand and sangria. If you’re driving in winter you’ll need chains for your tyres. Ski racks are also available on request.
Top car hire locations around Spain Barcelona Airport
Discover cars to rent at Barcelona Airport
What kind of vehicle do you need? A large SUV for a big family? An eco-friendly compact car to zip around the city? Whatever you’re looking for, Avis car hire at Barcelona Airport will have you covered. Our vehicles offer practicality, performance and comfort, so you can enjoy your trip as much as possible. Get in touch for more information about the exact models that are available.
Plan your journey from Barcelona Airport
The Roman colony of Barcino’s city walls -the remains of which can still be found in the old town - date back to the 4th century BC. However, it’s the striking Gothic architecture in Barri Gòtic, as well as the city’s intriguing modernist constructs around Eixample, that lend Barcelona its signature surrealist skyline. Late 19th-century works by legendary Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí are the star of the show, with the bizarre turrets of La Sagrada Família cathedral crowning Barcelona’s creative buzz.
Architecture aside, Barcelona has everything from a bar and restaurant-rimmed beach - host to many a music festival in summer - to a thriving arts scene. Museums are stacked with works by Barcelona-born Joan Miró, while its trendier quarters broadcast a thriving talent for street art. Foodies shouldn’t pass up an opportunity for a chilled aperitif - and tapas, of course -in the lively Las Ramblas market.
Summers in the city are sizzling, with August reaching peak temperatures of 31°C and La Barceloneta beach drawing in a flux of surfers and sunbathers. The weather in the Catalan city is always pleasant, though, making this a popular destination year-round.
Top tips for driving in Barcelona
Which side of the road?
In Spain, please drive on the right side of the road.
Country driving laws
- Mobile phones may not be used at all whilst driving
- Do not use headphones when driving (except hearing aids)
- Dipped headlights must be used in poor daylight visibility
- Always use indicators, you will be fined for not using indicators when needed
- Cyclists have right of way, at all times
Speed limits
All speed signs will be in km/h.
For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers:
- Urban areas: 50 km/h (31 mph)
- Rural areas: 90 km/h (55 mph)
- Motorways: 120 km/h (74 mph)
Unless indicated by road signs.
Child safety / Seatbelt laws
- It is compulsory for the driver and all passengers to wear a seatbelt
- Children aged under 12 and less than 135 cm tall must be seated in an appropriate child restraint for their size
- Children aged under 12 are not allowed to sit in the front seat
Please note - It is the child’s parent/guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the child seat.
This road rules information is for provided for general guidance only. We endeavour to keep the information up to date and accurate, but any reliance you place on this information is at your own risk.
We’ve unlocked Spain’s driving rules for your journey to help keep you safe and avoid the unexpected. Here’s a quick guide.
Beyond Barcelona with your hire car
Venture beyond Barcelona’s bustling bars and cafés, and serenity awaits. The Montserrat’s lofty peaks, overlooking the city from a cool hour’s drive inland, are a favourite among hikers and nature-lovers. If scaling its slopes on foot feels a little too strenuous, a sedate five-minute cable car ride will deliver you to the mountain’s main observation deck for yawning views across the city and beyond.
Sun-worshippers should make their way along the Costa Dorada, which aptly translates as ‘gold coast’. Sitges, a sleepy coastal town by day, erupts into a cacophony of conviviality come evening, its bars and restaurants humming with fiesta spirit. Explore the Costa Brava (‘wild coast’) north of Barcelona for private coves - you’ll certainly find them around the pretty horseshoe bays of Calella de Palafrugell and Llafranc.
Girona is a 90-minute drive northeast of Barcelona and offers a cultural fix of a more genteel kind. Ascend 91 stone steps to explore its immense cathedral, which rose to popular fame in season six of Game of Thrones. If visiting in May, don’t leave without admiring the Temps de Flors, which carpets Barri Vell in a vibrant tapestry of flowers.
Hire car with Avis in Barcelona to access Catalonia’s vineyard-carpeted landscapes, golden beaches and pretty coastal villages.
Why choose Avis for your Barcelona Airport car hire?
- Fully flexible
Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.
- Savings on coverage
When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.
- Loyalty benefits
Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.
- Safety first
From our well-maintained fleet to protecting your data, we take safety seriously. That’s why we’ve partnered with Dettol® to ensure both hygienic rental locations and thoroughly cleaned vehicles.
- Faster collection
Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.
- VIP treatment
Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.
Barcelona Airport FAQs
Hiring a car in Barcelona means you can be sure to enjoy everything from the magnificent architecture and cultural attractions to the beaches and shopping. With a hire car you can also benefit from easy access to the many beaches, towns and places of natural beauty that lie beyond the city centre.
You can enjoy affordable rates when you book one-day car rental with Avis. Submit your trip details into the online booking form so you can see the available vehicles and their one-day car rental cost.
If you are staying in the city centre, you may feel more comfortable in a compact model that will be easy to park. Heading out of the city on a longer trip? Consider a snazzy convertible from our Prestige range or give your family a comfortable ride in an SUV or family-sized saloon.
Avis offers a wide range of vehicles to choose from in Barcelona, including economical cars that suit all budgets. Book your hire car online, ahead of time, for the best rates.
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Renter Requirements
- Optional Coverages
- Credit Card Policies
- Debit Card Policies
- Drivers License
- Public Liability and Property Damage
- Age Requirements
- Delivery and Collection
- Estimated Totals
- Fuel Policy
- ID Requirements
- Miscellaneous Information
- One Way Rentals
- Rental Options
- Returns
- Travel Into Other Countries
- Personal Accident and Effects Insurance (PEP)
- Voucher
Damage
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is damaged during the rental?
If you have Damage Waiver (CDW) and the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are damaged, the amount you have to pay for the damage will be reduced to no more than the excess stated on your rental agreement meaning you will pay for the cost of repair or replacement plus a damage processing fee of 45.98 Euro and loss of use of 56.87 Euro or the excess, whichever is less. If you can show the damage was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you. If you can show the damage was less than we said, we will refund you the difference.
How much is the excess?
Customer is liable for full value of the Avis vehicle if Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is not taken. Purchase of CDW reduces liability to an amount between 1452.00 Euro and 3025.00 Euro depending on car group rented in the event of an accident or damage to the Avis vehicle.
How do I get Damage Waiver?
In most cases, Damage Waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If its included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it is not included, the price depends on the vehicle you are renting and the place you are renting it from. But you can expect it to cost between 28.64 Euro and 75.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Damage Waiver (SCDW) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero. The price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to costs between 19.12 Euro and 50.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
Will I need to pay if the windscreen or any other window is damaged?
Yes. However, Windscreen Protection reduces the amount you have to pay if the windscreen or any other window is damaged to zero. Having windscreen protection also means you will not pay an admin fee.
How do I get Windscreen Protection?
If you have bought Windscreen Protection, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the vehicle you are renting and the place you are renting it from. But you can expect it to cost between 8.02 Euro and 12.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
What happens if I damage any optional extras I rent from you?
If any optional extras are damaged, you have to pay for the cost of replacement, or their estimated repair costs in addition to the rental fee.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount you pay will not be reduced if damage was caused by or as a result of:
- Water or fire damage, that was not your fault.
- Driving the vehicle without due care and attention
- Driving or using the vehicle in breach of your contract
What do I have to pay if I do not have Damage Waiver?
If the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are damaged during your rental, unless you can prove the damage was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, you will have to pay:
- Either the cost of replacement, or the estimated repair costs whichever is cheaper
- Plus our loss of use
- Plus an administration fee
Where can I find information of damage charges I have paid?
If we find damage, we will charge the amount you have to pay to your card. Unless you have asked us to send you a receipt by post or email, you will be able to find details of this payment here http://www.avis.es/tu-avis/facturas.
Theft
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is lost or stolen during the rental?
If you have Theft Protection waiver (TP) and the vehicle is stolen, the amount you have to pay will be reduced to no more than the excess stated on your rental agreement meaning you will pay for the cost of repair or replacement or the excess, whichever is less. If you can show the damage was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you. If you can show the damage was less than we said, we will refund you the difference. If you can show the loss or theft was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you.
How much is the excess?
Customer is liable for full value of the Avis vehicle if Theft Protection (TP)is not taken. Purchase of TP reduces liability to an amount between 1200.00 Euro and 2500.00 Euro depending on car group rented for theft of parts or all of the Avis vehicle.
How do I get Theft Protection waiver?
In most cases, Theft Protection waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it is not included, the price depends on the vehicle you are renting and the place you are renting it from. But you can expect it to cost between 6.59 Euro and 16.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Theft Protection waiver (STP) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero. The price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to costs between 19.12 Euro and 50.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
What happens if I lose any optional extras I rent from you or if they are stolen?
If any optional extras are lost or stolen, you have to pay for the cost of replacement in addition to the rental fee.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount you pay will not be reduced if the loss or theft was caused by or as a result of:
- Keys being left in the vehicle
- Keys being lost or stolen
- Using the vehicle in breach of the contract
What do I have to pay if I do not have Theft Protection?
If the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are lost or stolen during your rental, you will have to pay:
- The cost of replacement
- Plus our loss of use
If you can show theft was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will refund these costs to you.
Where can I find information of theft charges I have paid?
If a loss or theft has occurred, unless you can prove the theft was not in any way your fault or due to your negligence, we will charge the amount you have to pay to your card. Unless you have asked us to send you a receipt by post or email, you will be able to find details of this payment here, http://www.avis.es/tu-avis/facturas.
Damage to people and their property
What do I have to pay if I injure someone whilst driving?
Third Party Liability (TPL) cover is provided with the vehicle as standard. This means that if you have an accident in our vehicle and you injure someone, including any of your passengers, or you damage anything which belongs to them, you will not have to pay any of their costs. Third Party Liability cover does not cover any death or injury suffered by the driver of our vehicle or any damage to personal items in our vehicle.
Are there any times when third party liability cover would not apply?
If the law requires us to provide you with third party liability cover, the minimum cover required by law will still apply but we, or our insurer, may seek to recover our costs from you if the accident was caused by:
- By you breaking the contract for example allowing someone we had not approved drive the vehicle of driving whilst under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other unlawful substance),
- By you breaking the law
- As a result of your negligence or recklessness.
What products cover the driver of the vehicle and personal items in the vehicle?
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) covers the driver of the vehicle in the event of an accident. It reduces the amount you have to pay in the event of an accident to zero per claim depending on the claim you make. Personal Accident Insurance provides the following benefits:
- A maximum of 100.000,00 Euro in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability
- A maximum of 25.000,00 Euro towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident
- Medical assistance and rescue costs (conditions apply)
Who provides Personal Accident Insurance?
Personal Accident Insurance is underwritten by AIG Europe Limited. You will need to agree to their terms and conditions. Our agent, Avis Europe Risk Management Limited retains 20% of the price you pay after insurance premium tax has been deducted, as commission.
How do I get Personal Accident Insurance?
If you have bought Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the location you are renting from, but you can expect it to costs between 4.00 Euro and 6.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
Can I increase my cover and reduce my excess?
Yes, Super Personal Accident Insurance (SPAI) reduces your excess to zero per claim and provides the following enhanced benefits:
- A maximum of 200.000 Euro in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability
- A maximum of 50.000 Euro towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident
- Medical assistance and rescue costs (conditions apply)
- Baggage up to 6.000 Euro per vehicle excluding any items you rented through us (again, there are conditions, and a limit of 350,00 Euro per item)
- Expenses for replacing main house keys and locks up to 750.00 Euro
- Emergency travel expenses up to 750.00 Euro
Is Super Personal Accident Insurance available when renting any vehicles?
Yes, you can buy Super Personal Accident Insurance not matter what vehicle you rent.
How do I get Super Personal Accident Insurance?
If you have bought Super Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the location you are renting from, but you can expect it to costs between 6.00 Euro and 8.00 Euro a day. If you rent the vehicle for more than 10 days, you will only be charged for a maximum of 28 days and get cover for the duration of your rental, up to 28 days.
What will you pay if I do not have Personal Accident Insurance?
If the driver of the vehicle is involved in an accident and is injured or dies, we will not pay their costs. If any personal items in the vehicle are damaged, lost or stolen, we will not pay for their repair or replacement.
For information, passengers are considered third parties and would benefit from the third party liability cover provided with the vehicle as standard.
Protection packages
I want to buy more than one protection product, can I get a protection package?
No, we do not offer protection packages.
Third party protection products
I have bought a protection product from an external provider, can I use it?
If you decide to buy cover from someone else, you will have to pay our full costs. It is your responsibility to ensure you understand the terms of any cover you buy from an external provider and for any claim you make. We are unable to help you with your claim.
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