Car rental in Catalonia

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Catalonia car rental at a glance

Most popular providerGoldcar
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
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Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentJuly
Best time to book4 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Catalonia could cost, we've pulled prices from El Prat de Llobregat.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Catalonia

The cheapest month to rent a car in Catalonia is July, when the average cost per day is $422. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is June, when the average cost per day is $621. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Catalonia is March.
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To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Catalonia could cost, we've pulled prices from El Prat de Llobregat.

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All you need to know about Catalonia

Side of the roadRight
CurrencyEuros
LanguageSpanish
Highway speed limit120kmph
Built-up area speed limit50kmph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information, it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car rental in Catalonia: FAQs

To rent a car with most companies in Catalonia, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Catalonia depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Catalonia, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Catalonia. First, you need to decide where in Catalonia you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Catalonia. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Catalonia you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Barcelona. On average, it costs $1,890 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is $308 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Catalonia

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Catalonia is Luxury.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Catalonia is Goldcar. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Goldcar.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 4 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $304 a day and $1,100 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Catalonia you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you score a great price, all while seeing more of Catalonia. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Catalonia is Barcelona. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is El Prat de Llobregat.

Rent a car long-term in Catalonia

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30-day car rentals.

Save on gas

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Catalonia with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.