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If you’re planning a trip to Corsica in France, you’ll find booking an Avis hire car from Figari-Sud Airport (FSC) (or Figari South Airport) is an easy way to explore the island at your own pace.
Lying in the Mediterranean Sea 170km south of the French coast and 80km from the Italian coast, Corsica has a fascinating heritage. Hiring a car from Figari Airport is the ideal start to driving this beautiful island.
While tourism is a major part of the Corsican economy, the island has business centres around its main centres of Ajaccio, Bastia and Calvi. It is also home to 165 business event venues.
Whether you are travelling to Corsica for business or leisure, our friendly, efficient Avis team at Figari-Sud Airport is ready to provide the perfect rental car for your trip.
Book direct with Avis and you’ll benefit from flexible booking with free cancellation, a fleet of quality rental vehicles and speedy collection to get you on the road plus we’ve a free loyalty programme with a host of travel benefits you’ll love.

You’ll find our Avis counter at Figari-Sud Airport located in the arrivals area of the airport at the front of the terminal building. You’ll be collecting your vehicle from our Avis Figari airport rental car parking which is just outside the terminal.
Figari-Sud Airport (FSC) or Figari South Airport is the 3rd largest airport in Corsica after Ajaccio Campo dell'Oro Airport and Poretta Airport, in Bastia.
First opened in 1975, it has been given the go ahead to develop as a small international airport and key destination for the region.
Today, the airport welcomes around 900,000 passengers a year. It serves 25 destinations in 6 countries as well as domestic flights to 15 French destinations including Paris Charles de Gaulle, Nice, Toulouse and Marseille Airports.
The airport is located to the west of Figari and midway between Bonifacio (22km) and Porto-Vecchio (25km) with good road access via the T40 coast road.
If you have not driven in France or are arriving in Europe from a long-haul flight, we’d suggest checking the road rules for driving in France before you travel.
If you are travelling in Winter and planning to drive to the mountains, you may need winter tyres to be fitted to your car and our team at Avis at Figari Airport will be able to advise you on the winter car equipment you need plus local conditions at your destination.
The minimum age to rent a car in France is 18. Age restrictions also vary by vehicle and some selected car groups are not available to drivers under the age of 25.
There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car, so long as you have had a full, valid, license for at least 1 year. Some additional steps may be required for those who are over the age of 75 on the date of the scheduled return.
To hire a car in Figari, Corsica, you just need to bring your:
One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Figari Airport and then return it to another Avis office in Corsica. Many of our Avis locations offer a 24-hour drop-off facility, which makes a one-way car hire hassle-free and very user-friendly. Simply check out our many available one-way journeys and start planning your route. When you are ready to book, just specify your destination in the booking panel and we will arrange it for you.
Positioned in the south of the island, Figari is the perfect starting point for your road trip around Corsica. When you pick up your Avis hire car from Figari Airport, you’ll be able to enjoy the freedom of independent travel as well as the opportunity to plan your dream Mediterranean island road trip.
The Avis team at Figari Airport are experts on Figari and the island of Corsica and can offer advice on the best routes to take and make your trip a smooth one from the moment you touch down.
Parking in small towns like Figari and coastal areas should be a breeze even at peak periods with plentiful on-street and beachside options. In Ajaccio, capital of Corsica, parking is arranged in zones. In the orange zone closest to the centre of the town, you can park for a maximum of 3 hrs. In the blue zones you can stay for as long as 5hrs and in the long stay areas it is 8hrs.
You can find out more about the zones and parking options from the city council.
From the Avis car park at Figari Airport to the centre of Figari is a drive of 4.5km which will take around 6min. Head east from the airport and drive along the D322 and D859 following signs into the town.
The vibrant and idyllic island of Corsica blends French traditions with a Mediterranean lifestyle just waiting to be discovered. Figari Airport is located in the department of Corse-du-Sud (Southern Corsica) renowned for its dramatic mountainous scenery and peaceful beaches. From the airport, it’s just a 30-minute drive to Bonifacio - a beautiful town nestled on the southernmost coast of the island. Bonifacio boasts Corsica’s most striking port, set below limestone cliffs and surrounded by crystal clear waters. The city’s old town sits beside it and is a labyrinth of narrow streets and charming buildings. Founded in 828 AD by Count Bonifacio of Tuscany, the town was built by the Genoese.
Medieval houses perched on limestone cliffs provide an impressive backdrop to the port. Walk from the port, via montée du Rastello and montée St-Roch, to the citadel’s 16th century drawbridge. Inside the citadel is the 13th century Église Ste-Marie Majeure, which houses a history museum.
With its intriguing blend of French and Mediterranean cultures, Corsica is a fantastic holiday destination. Offering must-see attractions at every turn, Corsica is easiest explored by car. Take in the very best of its stunning beaches, ancient architecture and delicious cuisine at your own pace.
Ajaccio
Two hours north of Figaria Airport, along the N196, the island’s capital city awaits. Ajaccio has all the glitz and glamour of a classic French Riviera town, with a wide promenade lining its beautiful beach, plus plenty of luxurious shopping opportunities. This is also the birthplace of Napoleon and visitors can tour the house, Maison Bonaparte, where he spent the first nine years of his life. Another must-see is the Palais Fesch - Musée des Beaux-Arts. Set up by Napoleon’s uncle, the gallery exhibits a spectacular collection of Italian paintings.
Porto Vecchio
Corsica’s oldest established resort, Porto Vecchio, boasts 13km of paradise beaches. Just a 20-minute drive north of Figari along the D859, Porto Vecchio offers stretching sandy bays, an impressive marina and a picturesque old town. The horseshoe-shaped bays of Santa Guilia and Cala Rossa attract beachgoers and water sports lovers, while the local restaurant scene thrives.
With its intriguing blend of French and Mediterranean cultures, Corsica is a fantastic holiday destination. Offering must-see attractions at every turn, Corsica is easiest explored by car. Take in the very best of its stunning beaches, ancient architecture and delicious cuisine at your own pace.
Ajaccio
Two hours north of Figaria Airport, along the N196, the island’s capital city awaits. Ajaccio has all the glitz and glamour of a classic French Riviera town, with a wide promenade lining its beautiful beach, plus plenty of luxurious shopping opportunities. This is also the birthplace of Napoleon and visitors can tour the house, Maison Bonaparte, where he spent the first nine years of his life. Another must-see is the Palais Fesch - Musée des Beaux-Arts. Set up by Napoleon’s uncle, the gallery exhibits a spectacular collection of Italian paintings.
Porto Vecchio
Corsica’s oldest established resort, Porto Vecchio, boasts 13km of paradise beaches. Just a 20-minute drive north of Figari along the D859, Porto Vecchio offers stretching sandy bays, an impressive marina and a picturesque old town. The horseshoe-shaped bays of Santa Guilia and Cala Rossa attract beachgoers and water sports lovers, while the local restaurant scene thrives.
Damage Waiver
In most cases, Damage Waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your Rental Agreement Form (and in your booking confirmation).
Damage Waiver reduces the amount you pay for each clearly separate incident of damage if the vehicle is damaged (or the amount you pay to replace any keys, accessories or vehicle documents that are lost, stolen or damaged).
The amount you pay for each clearly separate incident of damage will be the lower of a) the applicable cost payable under the Theft, Loss and Damages Policy; or b) the excess stated on your Rental Agreement Form.
Please note that certain situations or behaviours may cause you to lose the benefit of your additional protections (e.g. traffic violation, theft of spare parts, failure to comply with the terms of your rental agreement, etc.). Please refer to the specific section relating to missing spare parts below, as well as our general rental terms and conditions (https://www.avis.fr/Les-conditions-generales).
Super Damage Waiver (SCDW)
An excess reduction product which reduces your damage waiver excess to zero with a valid police report on cars or vans. (or, if higher, the amount shown on your Rental Agreement Form).
Please note that certain situations or behaviours may cause you to lose the benefit of your additional protections (e.g. traffic violation, theft of spare parts, failure to comply with the terms of your rental agreement, etc.). Please refer to the specific section relating to missing spare parts below, as well as our general rental terms and conditions (https://www.avis.fr/Les-conditions-generales).
Theft Protection waiver (TP)
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 Form (and in your booking confirmation).
Theft Protection waiver reduces the amount you pay if the vehicle is stolen during the rental period.
The amount you pay will be the lower of a) the applicable cost payable under the Theft, Loss and Damages Policy; or b) the excess stated on your Rental Agreement Form.
Roadside Assistance Plus
Provided you are using the vehicle in a country which we have agreed to, this product provides roadside assistance without any additional costs being charged if you break down as a result of vehicle failure you have caused (this includes lost keys).
Please note that certain situations or behaviours may cause you to lose the benefit of your additional protections (e.g. traffic violation, theft of spare parts, failure to comply with the terms of your rental agreement, etc.). Please refer to the specific section relating to missing spare parts below, as well as our general rental terms and conditions (https://www.avis.fr/Les-conditions-generales).
Windscreen Protection
Reduces the amount you have to pay if the windscreen or any other window is damaged to zero, except for damages to the panoramic roof and the rear view mirrors.
Please note that certain situations or behaviours may cause you to lose the benefit of your additional protections (e.g. traffic violation, theft of spare parts, failure to comply with the terms of your rental agreement, etc.). Please refer to the specific section relating to missing spare parts below, as well as our general rental terms and conditions (https://www.avis.fr/Les-conditions-generales).