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Best Car Hire Malaga Airport

Compare Car Hire Malaga Airport

Like all good travel comparison websites, when looking for the Best Car Hire at Malaga Airport we can help. At Best Car Hire, we compare car hire Malaga Airport and find the best car hire deals and car rental prices from all the leading car rental companies in Spain.

Just simply submit your preferred holiday travel dates in the search information panel above. 

So What is the Best Car to Hire at Malaga Airport?

The best car to hire depends on why you want the car in the first place.

If you’re going on a summer holiday, on your own or with your best friend, or you are just looking for a short-term rental car to stay local then a small car like a Mini would be ideal - easy to park and cheap to run.

If you have a small family then a saloon car, a hatchback or an estate would work – plenty of space in the back to store all the luggage and enough power to plan a longer journey.

If your journey involves more passengers, requires a bit more comfort and more engine power then an SUV, MPV or people carrier would be your best choice.

If you are looking to create a good impression, at a job interview or a special occasion like a wedding, then a luxury car may be the vehicle of choice for you.

Best Car Hire Company Malaga Airport

Compare car rental Malaga Airport for the best car hire and people carrier hire deals. The best car rental companies at Malaga Airport  include  Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, Budget, Alamo, Dollar, Sixt and many more.

Which Makes and Models can I choose for my Malaga Car Rental ?

Choose your hire car from a range of makes and models including the Smart Forfour, Fiat 500, Volkswagen Up, Volkswagen Polo, Ford Fiesta, Lancia Ypsilon, Ford Focus, Opel Astra, Kia Rio, Volkswagen Golf, Seat Leon, Fiat 500L, Opel Mokka, Citroen C4, Ford Focus Estate, Seat Leon Estate, Renault Megane Estate, Fiat Tipo Estate, Ford C-Max, Nissan Qashqai, Skoda Octavia, Seat Toledo, Renault Talisman, Mercedes B Class, Hyundai i40, BMW 3 Series, Renault Kadjar, Renault Captur, Citroen Berlingo, Opel Zafira, Volkswagen Touran, Renault Trafic, Opel Vivaro, Mercedes C Class, Audi A6, Opel Vivaro, BMW 7 Series, Fiat 500 Abarth, Nissan Juke or the Nissan X-Trail.

Minivan or People Carrier Hire Malaga Airport?

A People Carrier is the best economical choice of vehicles for all those occasions where you need to transport the family around or multiple groups of people such as weddings, anniversaries, children’s parties, hen parties, stag parties or sporting events. If you are arriving at Malaga Airport and your group of friends want to hire a people carrier or a minivan to see a big football match, or have a fun golf outing somewhere in Spain, we recommend that you pre-book online, the best MPV on offer, at least two months in advance. As such, you will find that car hire Malaga Airport will be easier and you will get cheaper people-carrier rental rates. The summer time, Christmas and Easter holidays are our busiest times for MPV or people carrier hire Malaga Airport bookings, so it is best to plan your car hire accordingly.

Most come with sliding doors for easier access and with flexible seating arrangements to make the journey easier (backseats can be easily removed or can fold to the floor to provide more luggage storage), additional safety measures, and all-round visibility (most have a sunroof), all our versatile people carriers or minivans come with refreshing air conditioning (AC), so you will remain cool and comfortable even with a lot of passengers in the people carrier.

We find that holidaymakers benefit from a people carrier hire Malaga Airport especially when they need a larger vehicle like a 6 seater, 7 seater, 8 seater or even 9 seater car hire Malaga Airport - oh and did we mention? - people-carriers can be fun to drive!

The choice for minivan or people-carrier hire Malaga Airport include the Citroen Berlingo, Opel Zafira, Volkswagen Caravelle, Fiat Scudo, Ford C-Max, Dacia Lodgy, Peugeot Partner, Mercedes Vito, Volkswagen Caddy, Volkswagen Transporter, Citroen C4 Picasso, Volkswagen Touran, Peugeot 5008, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, Ford Focus C-Max, Renault Trafic, Seat Alhambra, Opel Vivaro, Mercedes Vito Traveliner, Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, Mercedes Viano, Mercedes V Class, Toyota Verso, Renault Espace, Renault Scenic, Peugeot Traveller, SsangYong Rodius, or the Volkswagen Sharan.

Which Convertible Car Hire Malaga Airport Choices Are There ?

Most people will choose convertible car rental Malaga Airport because of the freedom this vehicle offers. There is nothing more exciting than feeling the warm Costa del Sol sunshine on your body while taking in the sights the sounds and the fragrances of the Spanish land and sea, while you drive to your luxury holiday destination.

When booking a convertible car rental Malaga Airport, the choices are :- Opel Cascada, Audi A3 Convertible, Mini Cooper Convertible and the Audi A3 Convertible.

Can I Get an SUV Rental Malaga Airport ?

Most drivers who choose an SUV rental Malaga Airport, benefit from its ability to carry more people than your average car, more cost-effective fuel consumption, safer due to their more robust chassis, more comfortable driving off-road on rough terrain due to their extremely efficient  suspension and additional hill climbing control due to front-wheel or four-wheel drive (4WD) - handy for the many hilly roads in Spain.

You can choose from the following SUV rentals Malaga Airport : - Nissan Juke, Nissan Qashqai, Hyundai Tucson, Seat Arona, Volkswagen Tiguan, Peugeot 2008, Kia Sportage, Audi Q5, BMW X1, Opel Mokka, BMW X1, Mercedes GLA, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Jaguar F-Pace, BMW X3, Volvo XC90, Range Rover Evoque and the Mercedes GLE.

Luxury Car Rental Malaga Airport

If you want to to top your luxury holiday in Spain off with a luxury car hire Malaga then choose from BMW 7 Series, BMW 5 Series or the Audi A6.

Electric Vehicle Rental Malaga Airport

The electric car rental business is currently in its infancy due to the ongoing push by the motoring industry to improve the car battery technology to guarantee longer life and allow the electric car to travel a longer distance. Additionally, more and more cities and towns are pushing ahead making electric points and charging stations available for electric vehicles (EV's). Some car rental companies are providing electric cars to rent, but currently these are few and far between

Where is Malaga ?

Malaga is a popular Mediterranean seaport on the Costa del Sol in Southern Spain. It is located within the Andalusia region in Spain. It is the sixth largest city in the whole of Spain and by far one of the major tourist destinations. Famous for its authentic architectural history, fantastic Mediterranean cuisine, tasty local wines and let's not forget the beautiful sandy beaches as well as being the birthplace of the famous artist, Picasso.

Where is Malaga Airport

Malaga Airport, is the fourth busiest airports in Spain, with 3 terminals. It is located 8 kms from Malaga City and is also the main airport for the Costa Del Sol.

The airport serves all the main Costa del Sol tourist resorts and towns along the coast. with Torremolinos (10 mins drive), Benalmadena (15 mins drive), Fuengirola (20 mins drive), Calahonda (25 mins drive), Marbella (30 mins drive), Puerto Banus (40 mins drive) and Estepona (60 mins drive).

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are hardly used any more with the new Terminal 3 being the main airport hub.

Terminal 3 contains many shopping outlets and restaurants along with the new underground railway station.

Malaga Airport address is Comandante Garcia Morato Avenue, 29004, Malaga (Malaga)

Places to See in Malaga

With your Malaga car hire you can travel and experience beautiful beaches, do some trekking or hiking for both the amateur and the serious, visit architectural sites including the Roman Theatre at Alcazaba, travel to the art museums (the Picasso Museum at Calle San Agustín, and experience some excellent shopping and cuisine locations.

What Documentation Do I Require for my Car Hire from Malaga Airport Terminal ?

To help you rent a car, we have prepared a car hire travel checklist to help you with your cheap car hire Malaga Airport reservation, but to avoid a headache if you don't plan properly, you will require a valid credit card, a valid photo ID (passport or national ID), driver's licence valid for 2 years and a printed version of the car rental voucher. If you do not present any of the documents mentioned, the documentation is not valid or you do not have enough funds on your credit card, the car rental agent may refuse to release the vehicle and no funds will be reimbursed to you.

Find the Cheapest Car Hire Malaga Airport

Just remember that with any car hire deals, the suggested cheap car rental Malaga Airport may not be the best value for money, so please take this into consideration when you consider any car rental discounts and when confirming the reservation.

Top Tip - Customer Satisfaction

Consult online reviews - the best Malaga car hire which we select, comes with a previous renter rating stating :-

  1. Overall Value For Money,
  2. Cleanliness of the Car,
  3. Service at the Car Rental Desk,
  4. Car hire in Malaga airport terminal pick up process and
  5. Car hire from Malaga airport terminal drop off process  

which you may find useful when making your rental agreement decision as to which car and rental agency you eventually choose.

Flight Information at Malaga Airport

Click here for up to date information on Malaga Airport arrivals, departures and delays.

Other Spanish Car Hire Venues

Alternatively you may book your car hire at MadridGran CanariaMurciaIbizaTenerifeMajorca and Alicante.

Weather in Malaga

Click HERE for an up to date weather report from Malaga Airport

Driving in Malaga

There are are a few practical things that visitors to Malaga should know before they jump into their Malaga car hire.

In Spain it is the law to drive on the right side of the road.

For US travellers - regarding the requirement of an International Driving Permit Information: according to the American Embassy in Spain, it states that any American citizen needs to have the international driving permit and a driving license from his state in the USA to drive a rental car in Spain for a period of 90 days. A fine will be levied if this is not adhered to.

In all cases it is advisable that you bring your passport when intending to hire a car and drive in Malaga, or at least a reproduction of the page which has the owner’s picture.

Corona Virus and Your Car Rental

For up-to-date Coronavirus information and the latest travel advice, please consult your national government website or the World Health Organisation.

COVID-19 concerns?  Don’t worry - we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before pick-up.

As far as cleanliness is concerned please check your preferred car rental company for details of the cleaning processes they have in place, which includes priority areas such as door handles, steering wheel, dashboard, console, seats, etc.

Expert Advice to Make your Journey from Malaga Airport Go Smoothly

Always ask for directions to the nearest petrol or gas station to the rental drop-off location. Keep your fuel receipt as proof of refuelling.

Take time to familiarise yourself with the vehicle controls before leaving the car park

Fully inspect the vehicle for signs of damage, take photographs on your smart phone and report them to the rental desk before leaving the car park

Ask for a road map at the Malaga car rental desk, or use Google Maps if safe to do so.

When visiting a location in Spain for the first time, always choose a safe parking spot like a supervised car park

The Benefits of a Holiday Car Hire

Avoid worrying about taxi fares or the frustration of waiting for buses

Avoid safety concerns when jumping into a taxi (when available)

Save money when on holiday by choosing a hotel outside the city centre

Transportation costs are known at the outset of the holiday

Cram more sight-seeing into your Spanish holiday itinerary

Visit the beaches in Spain that public transport won’t reach


Hiring A Car In Malaga Airport

All the car rental agencies in Malaga Airport are located at Terminal 2 Basement and at Terminal 3 Ground Floor.

Weather In Malaga Airport

Shopping In Malaga Airport

If you are looking to shopping in Malaga (and who wouldn't!) we can suggest the following: Atarazanas Central Market - a great food market El Corte Ingles - a multi storey shopping centre Calle Marqués de Larios - popular shopping for Spanish fashion items Centro Comercial Malaga Plaza - a recent mall hosting 50 department stores

Car Parking In Malaga Airport

If you are looking for car parking in Malaga, you can try :- Alcazaba Parking is an underground parking with 532 spaces on three levels in the Old Town Andalucia Parking is an underground parking with 929 spaces on 5 levels on Andalucía Avenue Ronda Underground car park close to the bus station.It has 119 parking spaces and 24-hour security surveillance. Parking Camas is a underground parking with 518 spaces on 4 levels on Camas Street, in the heart of the Old Town.