Car Rental - Barcelona (el Prat) Airport - Terminal 1 And 2

Hire a car at Barcelona Airport to explore this Spanish city famous for its art, architecture, and sporting heritage. We have two desks in the airport, located in terminals 1 and 2. Simply walk through the main shopping concourses and follow the yellow Hertz signs to find our Barcelona car hire desk.

Our Hertz car rental location in Barcelona Airport is just:

• a 25-minute drive (14 km) from central Barcelona.
• a 25-minute drive (27 km) from Sitges.
• a 30-minute (19 km) drive away from the must-see La Sagrada Familia.
• a 1 hour 20-minute (126 km) drive from Girona in Catalonia.

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• Collecting your car rental from Barcelona Airport
• What cars can I rent from Barcelona Airport
• Returning your car rental to Barcelona Airport
• How to extend your car rental
• FAQs

Collect your car rental from Barcelona Airport today and take advantage of our vast range of vehicles. From big SUVs for family car rental to compact car hire perfect for exploring winding Spanish streets – we’ve got you covered. You can also look at our collection of electric vehicles (EVs), to make your trip a little bit greener.

The Hertz rental desks are in Terminals 1 and 2. In Terminal 1, you’ll find us in the Arrivals Hall – look for the yellow Hertz sign. In Terminal 2, our second desk is in T2B Arrivals.

For our Terminal 1 car rental desk, we’re right by the main entrance by the car parks. Just look to your right and you’ll see our famous yellow sign. In the Terminal 2 arrivals hall, we’re among the shops and cafes.

You can reach both of our desks on foot within each of the terminals. However, if you need to quickly get from one terminal to the other, use the free airport service shuttle bus between the two terminals. This runs every 6-7 minutes 24 hours a day.

How to get from the Hertz car rental lot at Barcelona Airport to the city center

Barcelona city center is just a 25-minute drive away from the airport. All you need to do is:

1. Leave the Hertz lot and get onto Avenue de l'Aeroport.
2. Take the 2^nd exit off the roundabout onto B-204 and continue onto Carrer del Garraf.
3. Merge onto C-31 and follow it straight until you reach the city center by La Bordeta.

What Cars Can I Rent From Barcelona Airport?

Electric car rental from Barcelona Airport

We have a range of electric car hire options for you to choose from when you rent a car at Barcelona Airport. From smooth-handling Teslas to premium BMWs and family-perfect Fords, our EV fleet is ready to cater for any trip.

Family car rental from Barcelona Airport

Holiday with the whole family in tow with our collection of family car hire collection at Barcelona airport. Choose from SUVs, standard four-wheeled drive, saloons and more – perfect for fitting everyone, with plenty of space for luggage.

Barcelona Airport compact car rental

Looking for a smaller car to get around? Browse our collection of compact cars that are perfect for exploring winding Spanish streets. Take your pick from economic Fords and Peugeots, and slick Seats, perfect for those weekend car rentals.

Renting a luxury car from Barcelona Airport

Searching for a little bit of luxury? At Hertz, we’re proud to offer a range of luxury cars, ready to take you on your adventures in style. Expect classic vehicles such as Mercedes and BMWs – all fit for a luxury getaway.

Time to drop off your rental back at the airport? Here’s everything you need to know.

Where to return your rental car

To return your rental car to us at Barcelona Airport, park in the car park allocated to your Hertz terminal desk, then drop your keys back off with us. For Terminal 1, head to Level 0, Zone A. To get there, you need to:

1. Follow C-31 out of the city center. Keep on this road, following signs for the airport.
2. Take Exit 189 onto B-22, towards Terminal 1.
3. Continue, then turn left into the terminal.
4. Follow signs for the car park, then head to Level 0, Zone A.

For Terminal 2, head to the car park in front of the terminal building. To get there, simply:

1. Head out of the city center and get onto C-31. The route will be similar to the route if you were heading towards Terminal 1.
2. Continue on C-31, following signs for the airport.
3. Take exit 192 onto B-22, towards Terminal 2.
4. Continue on B-22, and then C-32B. This will take you straight to the Terminal 2 car parks at the front of the terminal building.

What to do when you return your rental car

When you’ve parked your rental car at Barcelona airport in the car park, simply walk over to us at the Hertz desk to hand over your keys. Our helpful staff will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about your rental and complete your return.

How To Extend Your Car Rental

Simply let our staff know when you pick up your car hire from Barcelona airport or contact the Airport branch once you are on the road to arrange for an extended rental period.

FAQs

Does Hertz charge late return fees?

Hertz charges late return fees, though charges depend on your car rental location. You may be charged late fees on your airport car rental if you fail to return the vehicle at the designated time. Most EU locations offer a grace period of 29 minutes, but if you complete your return later than this, you may be charged for an extra day’s rental.

How can I pay for my Hertz car rental at Barcelona Airport?

Hertz accepts payments at our desks via debit or credit card at the end of your rental period. We may run a credit card check just to make sure you’re able to pay for your rental car. You may also need to present us with a form of legal ID, such as your passport, so we can make sure it’s you.

For more information on payments, search our frequently asked questions to answer a query.

Where can I charge my electric car in Barcelona?

There are currently over 500 electric car charging stations in Barcelona. You’ll find the majority of these clustered around the city center, mostly across car parks for supermarkets and hotels. The city also has a few roadside and public highway charging stations. It’s a good idea to plan your routes accordingly so you know where’s best to pull up and recharge.