Car Hire in Malaga Airport

Car Hire Malaga Airport

Malaga Airport car hire provides a convenient, affordable way to travel around the Costa del Sol. There are more than 20 car hire companies at Malaga Airport, but only a few of them are located inside the airport terminal. This guide explains everything you need to know about the companies, where they’re located, pick-up points, prices, and more.

Car Hire Companies – Inside Malaga Airport Terminal Building

  • Avis & Budget
  • Sixt
  • Europcar
  • Record & Go
  • Goldcar / Interent
  • Hertz & Firefly
  • OK Mobility

More than 20 car rental companies operate in and around Malaga Airport. However, only a few car hire companies are located in the airport building: Avis & Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Record & Go, Goldcar/Interent, Hertz & Firefly and OK Mobility are located downstairs (sotano floor) in Terminal 2. All the other car hire companies are located off-site. See more about these below.

You can often hire a car for a week, for the same price as a one-way taxi journey from Malaga Airport to MarbellaWe always suggest to friends and family to hire a car at Malaga airport, especially in the cooler months when driving around and exploring is so much fun.

There are so many beautiful white villages to see and also some amazing Cities all within a couple of hours driveGranadaMalagaJerez de la FronteraCadizCordoba, and Seville. The public transport here is great, but only up to Fuengirola. Thereafter, there are no trains, only buses.

Saying all this, we totally understand that there are many people who don’t want the hassle of hiring and driving a car. We do have some driving tips if you change your mind and you can always come and chat with us and others in our Facebook group The Costa Del Sol Travel Forum.

Cost of Car Hire Malaga Airport

You can often hire a car for a week for the same price as a one-way taxi journey from Malaga Airport to Marbella! To get an accurate price for car hire at Malaga Airport, use the price comparison form at the top of this page. Simply enter your dates and times to get accurate prices from all the different car hire companies that operate in Malaga.

Finding Your Car Hire Company Inside Malaga Airport

If you have decided to hire a car using one of the companies located inside the airport building, you’ll need to find their desk when you arrive. The desks for the car hire companies based inside the Airport building are usually either downstairs by the baggage carousels or upstairs by carousel 31.

Once you have found your car hire company, be sure you have all the necessary documents, including your driving license. You will be surprised how many people forget to bring this. You may also need a DVLA Code if you’re from the UK. In high season, expect to queue, it can get very busy. Once you have picked up your keys, a member of staff will inform you on which level of the car park and bay you can find your car. Both car parks are connected to Terminal 3 through the transportation hub.  

We also provide information on Minibus HireDriving Directions from Malaga Airport, and How to Get your DVLA Code.

Pick-up and Drop-Off Points Car Hire Malaga

For picking up a hire car, the car parks are on floors 0 and -1 of the P2 Car Park. One you’ve met your car hire rep up at the desk up in Arrivals, they’ll explain how to pick up your car. For returning a hire car, the companies have parking on floors -1 and -2 of the P1 car park. When returning a vehicle, as you approach Malaga Airport, drive a little slower to avoid any mistakes. Be careful, as the the airport ramp lanes on the right will take you up to the Departures area, but to reach the car hire drop-off you must take the lanes on the left. Then just follow the signs for Car Hire / Alquiler de Coches. Each car hire company has a key drop-off desk in the car park, so you don’t have to return the keys to their office inside the terminal building.

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Avis

Malaga Airport
T2 Lower Ground Floor
T3 Ground Floor

Telephone: +34 902 180 854
Email: atencion.alcliente@avis.es

europcar at malaga airport

Europcar

Malaga Airport
T2 Lower Ground Floor
T3 Ground Floor

Telephone: +34 902 503 010
Email: es_customerservice@europcar.com

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Goldcar

Malaga Airport
T2 Lower Ground Floor
T3 Ground Floor

Telephone: +34 902 119 726
Email: agp@goldcar.es

hertz car hire at malaga airport

Hertz

Malaga Airport
T2 Lower Ground Floor
T3 Ground Floor

Telephone: +34 902 402 405

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Record

Malaga Airport
T2 Lower Ground Floor
T3 Ground Floor

Telephone: +34 902 123 002
Email: reservas@recordrentacar.com

record car hire at malaga airport

Sixt

Malaga Airport
T2 Lower Ground Floor
T3 Ground Floor

Telephone: +34 871 180 192

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Car Hire Companies – Off-site Outside Malaga Airport

If you have rented a car from one of the car hire companies located just outside the Malaga Airport terminal building, they will provide you with a courtesy shuttle bus to take you to their offices. Check arrangements at the time of booking. The majority of the offsite companies are located in Avenida Garcia Morato which is the main connecting road leading up to and exiting the airport. But there are offsite car hire companies in three locations near the airport:

Car hire companies with offices located on Avenida Garcia Morato are Autos Lido, Fetajo, Auriga Crown, Autolink, Cargest, Autoclick, First, Global Car Hire, Goldcar, Enterprise, Marbesol, National Car hire, Malagacar Hire, Niza, Pepecar, Top Rent-a-Car

Delpaso, Rentacarspain.com, Cheapy Cars, Autos Flores, Caramba Car Hire and Wiber Car Hire, are slightly further away in the Villa Rosa Industrial Estate which is situated just on the other side of the N-340 motorway.

Another three offsite offices are located in or near the San Julian Industrial Estate. These are Rent a Car Malaga Espacar, Prima Car Hire, Canny Car Hire, Miami Car Hire, Lidifur, All In Car Hire Malaga and Centauro Car Hire.

auriga crown at malaga airport

Auriga Crown

Avenida García Morato, 30
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 952 175 095
Email: carhire@aurigacrown.com

car gest

CarGest

Avenida García Morato, 32
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 952 173 520
Fax: +34 952 177 044

centauro

Centauro

Calle de Pascal, 30
Poligono Industrial Villa Rosa
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 902 104 103
+34 966 36 03 60

first car group

First

Avenida García Morato, 13
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 952 245 080
Fax: +34 952 245 688

marbesol

Marbesol

Avenida García Morato, 50
Edificio Checkpoint
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 952 234 916
Fax: +34 952 234 915

malaga car

Malaga Car

Avenida García Morato, 34
29004 Malaga
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Telephone:+34 952 176 030

niza cars

Niza Cars

Avenida García Morato, 44
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 952 236 184

pepecar

Pepe Car

Avenida García Morato, 44
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 807 414 243

tonys rent a car

Tonys Rent A Car

Avenida García Morato, 50
Edificio Checkpoint 1-3
29004 Malaga
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Telephone: +34 952 236 689
Fax: +34 952 236 490

top rentacar

Top Rent A Car

Avenida García Morato, 28
29004 Malaga

Telephone: +34 952 105 528
Fax: +34 952 238 641

yellow car hire

Yellow Car

Avenida García Morato, 50
Edificio Checkpoint
29004 Malaga
Google Maps

Telephone: +34 952 831 492
Fax: +34 952 493 970

Malaga airport, Car Hire Tips

Exploring the Costa del Sol in a Hire Car

There are so many beautiful white villages to see and also some amazing cities all within a couple of hours drive, GranadaMalagaJerez de la FronteraCadizCordoba, and Seville. Plus, especially in the cooler / less busy months from October to April, driving around and exploring Andalusia is so much fun. The public transport here is great, but only up to Fuengirola. Thereafter, to Marbella, Estepona and beyond, there are no trains, only buses. Saying all this, we totally understand that there are many people who don’t want the hassle of hiring and driving a car. We do have some driving tips here if you change your mind. Plus, especially in the cooler / less busy months from October to April, driving around and exploring Andalusia is so much fun.

Tips When Booking A Car

  • Book flights before car hire so you know the times of pick up and collection.
  • Take into consideration collecting bags and dropping the car off 2 hours before departure.
  • Shop around and book your car ASAP for the best price.
  • Add your flight number to the car booking so they know when to expect you.
  • Air-conditioning is a MUST, especially from June to September.
  • Book any extras like child seats or restraints which are a legal requirement in Spain especially during the summer months when supplies can run out. (This may be a separate payment with the company directly).
  • Don’t book the smallest car. You do not want your suitcases on show and you want to be comfortable while driving.
  • Make sure you get unlimited mileage.
  • Remember everyone’s driving license who wishes to be a named driver.
  • Name drivers are an extra cost, so be sure it’s worth adding them.
  • Think about taking the zero-liability insurance. This brings the excess cost of any damage down to zero (you won’t have to pay for any bumps, scratches etc.). It will also give you peace of mind and you won’t be charged a credit card deposit until the car is returned unscathed.
  • Read the small print on the voucher.

Tips When Collecting Your Car

  • Avoid the queues at the desks (especially during summer) – leave the non-driver to collect the cases and ask them to meet you at the Car Hire Desk.
  • Any problems whatsoever, call the number on your Car Hire Voucher.
  • If you are pushed for upgrades think first, do you really need it? If they say it’s free – triple-check that it’s free.
  • Take your time to check the car for any scratches or damage. If you have a mobile with you take photos of any damage and report it.
  • Before setting off, become familiar with the car and if driving at night, make sure your lights are on.
  • Take care when collecting your car, don’t get distracted by people or leave your bags anywhere.

Tips When Returning Your Car

  • Plan the return – make sure you return the car in time. Some companies charge extra fees for late car returns. Use the application on your phone to map out the best return route.
  • Refuel your car – online maps apps can help you find a petrol station close to where you’re returning the car. Make sure the fuel tank is full when the car is returned. It will be much cheaper to refuel the car yourself than getting charged by the rental company.
  • When dropping the car off, make sure you leave it in the correct space or you could be fined.
  • Take photos – Once you’ve parked the car, take a photo of the fuel gauge and the car mileage. Then take photos of the car’s front, rear and sides. That should cover you against any fake damage charges.
  • Final checks – make sure you give one last look to the door pockets, glove compartments, under the seats and boot to see if you’ve forgotten or lost something (phone, passport, documents etc.). It’s easier to spend five minutes doing this than spending hours trying to track down the lost phone or passport.
  • Return your keys – return the car keys to the agent, revise the car together and sign off the rental paperwork. During late hours, if the agency is closed and there’s no agent, look out for the dropbox (they are usually marked with the company logo).

Other tips

  • Speed Limits – In Spain speed limits are implemented rigorously. Radar traps are frequent.

According to the Spanish law, it is considered a crime to break the maximum speed limit by more than 60% (punishable with up to 6 months of prison).

  • Motorway 120 km/h
  • Open Road 80 – 100 km/h
  • Town 30 – 50 km/h         
  • Blood alcohol level – A minimum fine of between 500 € and 1.000 € will be applied to drivers caught driving over the drink-drive limit.
    • Normal limit 0.5 mg/ml (0.8 mg/ml in UK)
    • New drivers limit 0.1 mg/ml

Tips on driving abroad in Spain

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