Cheapflights insights for Barcelona-El Prat Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Book your car hire at Barcelona-El Prat Airport 48 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R226/day on average when booked 48 days ahead, which saves you 932% off the average price.
What is the best car hire company at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Barcelona-El Prat Airport is Alamo (rated 7.0/10 with 14 reviews). Europcar (rated 5.7/10 with 9 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport is November, when you can expect to pay R295/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport is July (R486/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R348
February
R417
March
R313
April
R469
May
R313
June
R365
July
R486
August
R400
September
R330
October
R330
November
R295
December
R486
What car do most people hire at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Passenger van cars (Class Standard Van, for example) are the most popular in Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Economy (Nissan Leaf) and Full-size (Peugeot Partner) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Which car hire company has the most locations at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
SOLMAR has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace has the second-highest number of locations at Barcelona-El Prat Airport at 2.
Top rental agencies in Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Barcelona-El Prat Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Reviews were last updated on 18 October 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Barcelona-El Prat Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 October 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The following companies can be found near the Barcelona-El Prat Airport car hire counter:Goldcar Rental SP (10,0)Firefly (10,0)Centauro (9,5)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9,0)CLICK RENT (7,0)Alamo (7,0)Record Go (6,7)Avis (6,6)Sixt (6,5)Leasys Rent (6,0)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Barcelona-El Prat Airport for a week from Record Go?
Record Go is one of the most popular car hire companies at Barcelona-El Prat Airport, offering car hire for around R3 618 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Barcelona-El Prat Airport?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month at Barcelona-El Prat Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.