KAYAK’s insights & trends for Barcelona-El Prat Airport car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
You should book your rental car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport around 48 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Record go ($5.12/day), CLICK RENT ($5.14/day) and NIZACARS ($5.41/day).
What is the most popular rental car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Rentals in the Small category (Toyota C-HR or similar) are the most popular option in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, costing $47/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $8/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport is November at an average cost of $17/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport when prices are $28/day on average, which tends to be 71% above the yearly average rental price for Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
What rental car company in Barcelona-El Prat Airport has the most locations?
CLICK RENT and SOLMAR each operate 3 locations in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, more than any other rental company.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$16 - $38
All Car Types
$37 - $75
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Small car rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $25 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $16 per day which is about 36% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 51% cheaper than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $44 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $33 per day which is about 27% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 12% cheaper than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $62 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $41 per day which is about 34% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 18% more expensive than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but offers more comfort for longer trips.
SUV rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $59 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $39 per day which is about 35% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 15% more expensive than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $73 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $53 per day which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 32% more expensive than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Luxury car rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $61 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $44 per day which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 17% more expensive than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Barcelona-El Prat Airport typically cost around $40 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $24 per day which is about 40% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are surprisingly 22% cheaper than the average rental in Barcelona-El Prat Airport a rare opportunity for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
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Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
Record go
Small
$30/day
$21/day
Top tips for renting a car at Barcelona-El Prat airport
Having a car rental at Barcelona-El Prat Airport is a great way to move throughout the region and visit all the attractions on your to-do list. While the city does have its own public transportation system, which includes the local metro and bus, driving is still one of the quickest ways to get where you need to go. A Barcelona-El Prat Airport car rental is also great for transporting any luggage that you may have with you.
Depending on your personal preferences, there are a few different models for you to choose from for your car rental at Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you’ll be mainly exploring the city center, you can always choose a compact vehicle, as this will make it easier for you to find parking and drive on narrow streets. Larger groups of travelers may want to opt for an SUV or a passenger van instead in order to have a bit extra room.
Returning a car rental at Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easy, as you simply need to bring it back to where you first picked it up. The companies that have offices at the airport all keep their fleets directly on airport property. When you first pick up your vehicle, make sure to remember where exactly your selected rental company stores its cars. You may have the option of returning your rental after normal business hours, as well.
Barcelona is a bustling city that is known for being a major European business hub and destination amongst travelers. Because of this, its streets can often be congested. To save time, try to avoid picking up or returning your rental during rush hour, which is normally between 8 and 9.30 am and 7 and 8.30 pm. There are a few streets that are known for being particularly busy, including Interstates C-31 and C-33.
25% of our users found rental cars at Barcelona-El Prat airport for $26 or less
Book your rental car at Barcelona-El Prat airport at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Barcelona-El Prat airport
What documents will I need if I want to rent a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Every individual that wants to rent a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport will need to provide a few documents, including a driver’s license that is valid for the duration of your rental period. If you do not have a license that has been issued from Spain, you may still be able to rent a car. Many large rental companies allow customers to use either a foreign license or an international license. Remember to have your passport with you when you first pick up your car rental.
Does the rental car center at Barcelona-El Prat Airport offer any amenities for customers?
At the rental car center, you will find a few different amenities that are offered to customers. The center is equipped with public restrooms that all travelers are welcome to use, and it has a sitting area that is a great spot to relax while waiting for your paperwork to be processed, or for your vehicle to be ready for pick-up. There are also outlets in case you need to charge any of your electronic devices while waiting.
How do I go to the rental car center at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
The car rental center in Terminal 1 of Barcelona-El Prat Airport can be found on the ground floor, right near the baggage claim. The car rental center in Terminal 2B is right after the customs office, which is in the main exit hall. Between these two centers, you will find desks for more than 10 rental companies for you to choose from. After you have completed any necessary paperwork and you have been provided with your car key, an employee of your selected rental car company will bring you to where the branch’s fleet is located.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Barcelona-El Prat airport?
On average a rental car at Barcelona-El Prat airport costs $35 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Barcelona-El Prat airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Barcelona-El Prat airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Europcar, Budget, Hertz, Avis, Ok Mobility, Centauro, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, and keddy by Europcar.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport car rental reviews and directory
Service could be better. Kind of rude in the answer of the questions, and no attention to the car details, just gave the keys and there is it: unparking, evaluate, learning any details by yourself.
Service at pick-up and drop off was great. Car was comfortable, clean and had no issues. Price was high.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2024
Compact SUV
The staff was very kind and helpful for both pick up and drop off. The car was comfortable, clean and new. However the waiting time at the pick up was very long, my friends who landed 20 mins later came and pick up within couple of minutes in another car rental counter. The lady in the counter was very nice and helpful, however the customer had so many questions, requests and we had to wait him for more than 20-25 mins and the line behind me kept getting longer. If there were 2 staff in the counter at that time things could have been a lot easier and quick for the ones waiting in the line.
We arrived a couple of hours late for pick up, but they were very kind and we able to bring us a car in 30 mins. Car was fantastic, spotless BMW3. Much better quality rental car than in US. Staff were wonderful😁
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2025
Passenger van
Very helpful staff.
6.0 Okay
Sylvain, Sep 2024
Intermediate
I didn't like not being able to chose the warranty plan at the reservation time on the web site. It was very confusing when at the desk the clerk explained it to me. Plus I had no choice if the car would be stolen I had to pay the full car price. THIS IS totally not acceptable. Alamo must have insurance about that. I did feel push to accept an insurance even my credit card has a protection cover on rental car
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Economy
Bad.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Compact
Do NOT rent from Alamo at BCN airport. We arrived at 11pm and the small office near the car park, which was supposed to be open until midnight, was CLOSED. We were told to go into the desk in the Terminal, but that was also closed. We were told "yea, that happens." Great. If you are looking for a rental in Barcelona, the only one I can recommend is Sixt near Barceloneta (near Placa Pau Vila). I used them three times on our last trip and they were great. I would avoid all of the BCN airport rental counters if possible. Might also try Turo. Good luck.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Passenger van
Great rental experience, pickup was fast and easy at BCN terminal 2, quick and easy return at Terminal 1. Friendly and helpful staff!
My flight was canceled and I was not able to pick up my vehicle when I finally arrived two days later. When I found out my flight was canceled, I called all of the phone numbers provided to me and nobody answered. I contacted Expedia as the rental was through them, and they could not help either. I lost hundreds of dollars because I couldn’t change or refund my agreement.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Nov 2024
Economy
Good customer service, quick service. Car was clean and ready. They have Chinese cars which are not great, very sluggish and consume a bit of petrol, but overall a good experience
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Compact
Good sized cars, just wish to get email updates on refunds on processing times after vehicle return
2.0 Poor
Nicolás, Aug 2024
Premium
Rented a car and when we arrived the office was closed at the time it should have been opened. They have good prices but you can see the things they overlook. This is the same company that charged us 150 euros because the car was returned "too dirty" (it was not). Last time I try to use them. Avoid this company. At Barcelona airport, just go for the companies that open until late: Sixt and Europcar.
10.0 Wonderful
Krystyna, Jul 2024
Compact
Very friendly staff, no lines, had an issue with the car - it was resolved quick with no fuss. Thank you.
It was not poor experience with Avis, it was poor experience with Kayak. When it was urgent need for help, there was no answer. And week past there was no answer from Kayak.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2025
Compact
Avis and Kayak site were great 👏👏👏 However… I’m not a fan of EV’s I would not rent an EV again if I need to travel away from town Finding a charging source available and dealing with apps, downloads etc etc takes all the fun away from pleasure travel.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Standard SUV
Great flexibility
6.0 Okay
Darren, Mar 2024
Economy
This Avis location struggles with treating customers fairly
Drop-off location in San Sebastian is in an underground car-park. We saw no signage until we had found and entered the car-park. Inside the car-park, signage is poor. The only realistic option for the drop-off is via a key-drop box. This was not made clear to me at any time prior to our arrival. Perhaps there was someone in the above-ground office but I do not know. The car itself was flawless and perfect for our needs.
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6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Jul 2022
Upon Arriving at airport we waited almost an hour for shuttle to return. Another couple had been waiting long before us, and they decided to catch a cab. We were about to do the same, but shuttle showed up. Staff was great, helpful and the vehicle was new, so super happy about that. Upon dropping off vehicle, the staff member insisted had had gone way over on the mileage, and how big of a deal it was going to be: Upon the realization he was wrong, by almost 700km, he was apologetic. Was still frustrating. Had a long wait for shuttle back to airport as well. Overall though, good experience.
I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the service I received during my recent car rental attempt at Barcelona Airport. Despite having a confirmed reservation and providing all required details, including my credit card from Kosovo, I was informed upon arrival that Budget does not accept credit cards from my region. This refusal caused significant inconvenience and additional expenses, as I had to secure a rental from another company, GoldCar, at four times the original cost. Furthermore, at no point during the reservation process was I informed of this regional restriction, which I find unacceptable.
2.0 Poor
Simon, May 2024
Mini
No acceptance of my credit card.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Intermediate
We booked an electric car and the cable provided in the car didn't work at any of the charging stations, so we were the whole time more concerned about running out of electricity than enjoying the trip.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Compact
1. there are not much time to drive in Barcelona in 3days. public transportation looks better for traveler. 2. inferior surface of front bumper scar which was charged 180 euros for me There is an unfair aspect of charging for scratches on the lower part of the vehicle. When the vehicle was first delivered, a 360-degree video was taken, but the lower structure of the vehicle bumper was not taken. When I was charged for the lower scratch of the front bumper, I felt a lot of unfairness.
Drop off location was shut when we arrived and the instructions for drop off were very unclear. Other than that great experience
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2025
Mini
Flight was delayed two hours and was told car no longer available when we arrived. Upgraded car only offered at almost twice the cost. Car stank of stale cigarettes despite a no smoking policy. Not pleasant to drive and left clothes smelling. After hours drop off location was not correct. Wasted time going to indicated location and then having to figure out and find new location.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Mini
Amazing
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2024
Luxury
Flight delayed, car not available anymore and money not given back (700$)
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard SUV
Eurocar charged me an additional €30 per day for the car considering I was late arriving. The car provided was newer with modern electronics that were not useful and almost caused for an accident multiple times. There was no choice of car and I would have lost my money to change companies. Terrible company taking advantage of customers when in need. Also, the employee assisting was extremely rude and non-apologetic.
2.0 Poor
Charizze S., Nov 2023
Mini
I had filled in my flight number when booking on Expedia via Kayak. My flight was delayed for two hours, I was exhausted from the delay. At 10pm I arrived Europcar desk, and they told me my car was cancelled because I did not show up within 20minutes of the rental time, that they did not see any information about my flight because I did not book directly from Europcar but from Expedia, which did not communicate about my flight. The lady (who’s very friendly) quoted me a tripled price I would have to pay to get a car from them, I walked to the next counter and rented a car from another company. I spent, in general, two times more than what I would have spent in terms of money. And I spent also an extra 1.5 hours just queuing & figuring all these out at the airport being tired from the travel at late night and eventually arrived my destination way past midnight.
absolute scam artists. charged me $400 after i had already left the country, claiming that something they told me was covered, i had to pay for. i was left in the middle of the night in the cold with no car because the car was failing to charge and all the charging stations werent working, I called them to ask what i should do and to ask for assistance in a country i don't speak the language of, and because i suffer from a disease that makes being super cold very dangerous. They sent me a tow truck when i didn't ask for one, i was asking them why their car and charging stations weren't working. but i assumed that because they sent a tow truck without asking me, that it wold be covered. because i pay for FULL comprehensive insurance that apparently covered everything including towing. the whole ordeal ruined my entire trip and i was very unwell. and then they charged me for the tow i didn't ask for, because their car was faulty !
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2025
Compact SUV
Took an age to find the desk on arrival at Barcelona airport. We mistakenly went to the car pick up point first and they sent us back to their desk inside the terminal to do the parperwork . Process at the desk was quick and polite. Car was modern and clean (Seat Arona). Had a few of minor dents/scratches on pickup but we took photos just in case. Only problem of note was a wheel judder above 80km so really needed the wheels balancing. Full to full fuel policy filled up just outisde airport on return. Directions for return were reasonably straight forward - just took one wrong turn near terminal. Dropped keys in box as noone around (early Senday morning). Received an email later that day advising all checks done on vehicle and credit card deposit would be returned in around 7-9 days. Overall really happy for £160 covering a 7 day period (plus £50 own insurance).
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2024
Mini
Staff were not friendly and helpful. Gave me the wrong car and didn’t do anything to help me fix it. Would not recommend
10.0 Wonderful
Gaurav, Nov 2024
Mini
Flexibility to change by another day.
2.0 Poor
Yael, Sep 2024
Mini
They refused to rent ys a car because of our nationality. We ended renting at another company.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
Car collection took over 1 hour of waiting in a small, crowded room. Check in process then took far too long with OK Mobility have to re-enter so much of the info I had already provided during the booking process.
Hertz refused to accept my husband picking up the car instead of me, despite having sent an email to hertz to inform of this and him having the credit card for the reservation. He ended up having to pay $500 more for a new reservation at the counter.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
When picking up my vehicle, they insisted I take a hybrid vehicle saying it was going to get better mileage for the price and save me on gas but it had worse mileage compared to the vehicle I had reserved, so I really just paid more for gas and more for the vehicle they upsold me on. There was no financial benefit.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2022
Nice, clean comfortable car. For some reason the pick up office in terminal 2 was closed for ten minutes as we arrived, but eventually the person working there arrived and we got our car.
The security deposit was outrageous and the request for an International Drivers Licence should have pointed out in bold letters before signing the contract.
2.0 Poor
David, Feb 2026
Commercial
Bait and switch, the price was very cheap online, US$14 per day. I only needed the car overnight in between two flights. When I went to pick it up, they said all these additional things were mandatory and it would be 105€ plus a deposit. I just decided not to take the car, that price is crazy.
2.0 Poor
Douglas, Dec 2025
Economy
Was told on arrival I couldn’t pick up the car without an international driver license (literally a paper translation of my US license). Had to arrange rental on the spot from another company.
2.0 Poor
Keith, May 2025
Economy
Rude and unprofessional. Would not recommend.
2.0 Poor
Angela, Apr 2025
Economy
The rental company was not Fox, as was listed when I booked, but another company called Gold Car. I couldn’t find their service counter at the airport and went instead to the car park and asked a man wearing a Gold Car uniform for help and he was extremely rude and literally mocked me. He repeated what I said several times like a child and sarcastically told me I was in the wrong place. I made it to the Gold Car service counter, hidden in the corner, and the agent behind the counter was yelling loudly and aggressively at the female customer in front of me. It was awkward to witness and be near. Another service agent was also helping her, but neither seemed nice or welcoming. The yelling man asked me for my reservation number and, because I had booked through Kayak, I had a confirmation number instead. He was extremely upset and rude and I fumbled to look through the email I’d received to find the correct number. I guess he was angry that we had booked through a third party, but how was I to know that would send him raging and there wasn’t anything I could I do at that point. He then asked for my international drivers license. I have one, from previous trips, but I’ve never had a rental car company ask for it. I have usually only showed my passport, so I unfortunately didn’t have the international drivers license with me. I tried to show him a picture of my international drivers license and the info, but he angrily yelled that he needed a physical copy and told me he couldn’t rent the car to me and stormed away. I understand that this may be a policy this company has, but I wasn’t given any of that information beforehand. How could I know that if I didn’t even know the real company that would be renting the car to me? Regardless of me not meeting the guidelines of this policy, every employee was rude and aggressive from the start and made me feel threatened and uncomfortable. I was kind of relieved when he refused to rent to me because that meant I could just walk away and choose another company. I ended up renting a car with another company without any issues, but getting aggressively yelled at by multiple angry men the moment I landed in Spain literally ruined my holiday. It takes quite a while to recover and get over such an experience and feel welcome as a tourist when you start with such a bad experience. I obviously will NEVER book a car rental through Kayak or any third party company again. The price is too amazing to be true so I guess you get what you’re paying for. This was an extremely awful experience I’ll remember for the rest of my life.
4.0 Mediocre
Cicely, Mar 2025
Economy
The insurance offered by fox did not cover anything directly with the provider - better to purchase insurance in person!
hi, car was good, but i booked for 250 dollars but finally got total 500 euros , lots of unexpected money was calculated so what you got by booking will be twice bigger
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