Car rental Florence Airport

Where is the Hertz Rental Desk at Florence Airport?

Look for our Hertz rental desk just outside the main terminal. There is just one terminal at Florence Airport – or Aeroporto di Firenze-Peretola, named after Italian explorer and navigator Amerigo Vespucci

Florence Airport car rental is situated in Via Palagio degli Spini, which can be reached in just 10 minutes using the free shuttle bus. You can find the bus stop to the left of the exit of the main arrivals area by the short-term car park.

If you prefer to walk, then head south towards the Via del Termine. Exit the terminal building and walk through Via del Termine to Via Palagio degli Spini Rd where you will find the Hertz office alongside other car rental companies.

The Hertz rental desk is open from Mondays to Saturdays from 8:30 to 23:30, and from 9:30 to 23:30 on Sundays. Another Hertz car rental station is open every day except Sundays at Via del Sansovino 53.

How to get from Florence Airport to Florence

Once you’ve collected your car, simply follow these directions to get to the city center and start your Tuscan adventure. The city center is just 4km away:

1. Exit the Hertz Florence Airport rental car park and take a left onto Via Palagio degli Spini.
2. Turn left onto Via della Cupola and merge onto Via Pratese.
3. At the roundabout, continue straight, taking the second exit.
4. Continue via Via Pratese onto Via Francesco Baracca.
5. Turn left onto Piazza Giacomo Puccini (this will be next to the small public garden in Piazza Giacomo Puccini).
6. Turn left onto Via del Ponte alle Mosse/Piazzale della Porta al Prato/Porta al Prato/Viale Fratelli Rosselli/SS67.
7. Continue straight, until you arrive at Piazza della Libertà at the start of the city center area.

What Cars Can I Rent from Florence Airport?

Hertz has got you covered, no matter what you need for your trip. With a variety of options in our  fleet of rental cars at Florence Airport, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Family car rental

Looking for a weekend car rental for the whole family? Our spacious SUVs and crossovers provide a lot of room for the whole family and decent boot storage for those long group trips.

Luxury Car Rental

Craving some style along with the substance in your Florence Airport car rental? Our luxury elite vehicles such as the Mercedes GLE and Polestar 2 offer an incredibly high-quality ride alongside all the features you might want in your car rental.

Hatchback car rental

The winding and narrow Tuscan roads of Florence can be challenging to navigate. Why not choose one of our hatchback car rentals at Florence Airport, such as the Fiat Panda or Fiat 500 for easy and accessible driving.

Please note: Availability and specific models may vary; this is just a general idea of what you can expect.

Time to drop off your car rental at Florence Airport? Here’s everything you need to know.

Where to return your rental car

To return your Florence Airport rental car, simply head to the same location where you picked up the car at Via Palagio degli Spini. The Hertz team will be on hand to welcome you and help complete your vehicle return.

Florence Airport is situated on the north-west outskirts of Florence, just 4km from the city center. Take the Viale Guidoni to the road leading to the "Firenze Nord/Firenze Mare" superhighway (A1 and A11).

What to do when you return your rental car

Park your car in our Florence Airport rental car park on return. Then call into our office and hand back your vehicle keys to a Hertz representative. From there, you can either walk the eight minutes back to the main terminal or take a free shuttle from the road opposite our office.

The shuttle runs every 20 minutes from 5:00 to 23:30 and extended hours are available for delayed flights. It takes approximately 3-4 minutes to get from the arrivals exit to the car rental desks.

How To Extend Your Rental Car Booking

You can extend your Hertz car rental online using our online tool.

Alternatively, let our staff know when you pick up your vehicle or contact the branch once you are on the road to arrange for additional days in your Florence airport car rental contract.

Or you can do this by contacting the Hertz Florence Airport car rental branch to discuss extending your rental once you’re on the road.

Further information such as rental record numbers and driver’s licence information may be requested.

FAQs

Are there late fees for airport car rental?

If you fail to return the vehicle by the prearranged time, you may be charged late fees. There is a grace period of 29 minutes at most Hertz EU locations, but if you return your car later than this, you may be charged an extra day’s rent.

What forms of payment does Hertz accept?

We accept most major credit and debit cards (some restrictions may apply). You can also pay via Hertz Charge Card (HCC) and One Trip Travel Order (OTTO). However, all cards must be registered in the driver’s name. Read more on how to pay your Hertz car rental.

Do I need to put a deposit down?

Yes. You’ll pay a deposit with your payment method when you rent the car at Florence Airport. The deposit is held on your card or chosen registered form of payment and returned to you when the rental vehicle has been returned and the agreement has closed. Deposit value will vary depending on the type of vehicle you rent.

Can I still return my Hertz car if the location is closed?

Our Florence branch is open from 08.00-23.30 for returns. Some of our rental locations have a key box where you can drop off the keys and a copy of your rental agreement in case of a flexible return. You can check the opening hours of your car rental location and the services available, using our online location search tool or by calling us.

How can I contact you?

You can reach our support team via email or call our Florence Airport branch directly at +39 055 307370. Our branch opening hours are 08.00-23.30.