Alicante car hires in 2023
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alicante. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 December 2023.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Alicante?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alicante and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 8 December 2023.
January
£10
February
£9
March
£8
April
£16
May
£13
June
£15
July
£20
August
£18
September
£14
October
£15
November
£8
December
£14
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alicante is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Popular car types in Alicante
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alicante and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 December 2023.
There are, in total, 77 car hire locations in Alicante that are operated by 48 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £4/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Alicante hire providers:
Economy
£4+
Compact
£4+
Intermediate
£4+
Standard
£14+
Mini
£4+
Passenger van
£11+
Compact SUV
£4+
Intermediate SUV
£4+
Economy
£4+
Compact
£4+
Intermediate
£4+
Standard
£14+
Mini
£4+
Passenger van
£11+
Compact SUV
£4+
Intermediate SUV
£4+
Economy
£4+
Compact
£4+
Intermediate
£4+
Standard
£14+
Mini
£4+
Passenger van
£11+
Compact SUV
£4+
Intermediate SUV
£4+
Compare available car types for hire in Alicante
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Alicante to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 December 2023.
Small cars | £8 - £26 | |
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All Car Types | £27 - £61 |
To hire a small car in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £17/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alicante, Spain (~£8/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£26/day). In fact, November is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a small car saves you 62% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alicante small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £35/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alicante, Spain (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£48/day). In fact, January is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alicante medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £62/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alicante, Spain (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£86/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a large car is 31% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £25/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alicante, Spain (~£14/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£35/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a SUV saves you 44% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alicante SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £56/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Alicante, Spain (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£83/day). In fact, January is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a van is 23% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alicante van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £78/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Alicante, Spain (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£141/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a luxury car is 45% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a convertible in Alicante, Spain, you would pay an average price of £30/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Alicante, Spain (~£10/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£48/day). In fact, January is about 68% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Alicante. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alicante, hiring a convertible saves you 30% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Top hire agencies in Alicante
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alicante known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alicante. Reviews were last updated on 8 December 2023.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Alicante, including Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Alicante, including Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar.
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Best Alicante car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alicante. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alicante with an average daily rate of £6. Data was last updated on 8 December 2023.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Alicante area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alicante, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 December 2023.
What are the requirements to hire a car in Alicante?
You’ll have to be at least 21 years of age to qualify for basic car hire in Alicante – and if you want to hire high-end or more powerful cars, you’ll need to be 23-25 or over, depending on which of the car hire locations in Alicante you use. You can get relatively cheap car hire in Alicante without needing an International Driving Permit, as long as you have a UK photocard driving licence. You must have held it for at least 12 months, but this is car hire company policy rather than Spanish law.
What are the rules for driving in Alicante?
Like most of Europe, you’ll drive on the right-hand side in Spain, so consider an automatic for car hire in Alicante. You’ll have to book this well in advance, as most cars in Spain are manual. The speed limits have been reduced and are now 30 km/h (about 18.5 mph) on all single-lane roads in Alicante, and two-lane roads are limited to about 50 km/h (31 mph). Seatbelts are compulsory for all occupants, and the drink driving limit is stricter than that in the UK, at 0.5 mg per ml of blood, so be very aware of this if you hire cars in Alicante. When you arrive, check with the town’s traffic department for recent law changes that might affect your plans for Alicante car hire.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Alicante?
The town is on the eastern Mediterranean coast of Spain, roughly opposite the Balearic Islands, so you have a pretty free hand with car hire in Alicante. It’s an ancient town that still retains some of its narrow streets, so for downtown driving, go for something small like economy car hire. Don’t waste the chance to go road tripping along the Valencian Coast – for that, you can opt for an SUV or passenger van hire. If you’re visiting alone or with a partner, you can get a convertible. Alicante car hire leaves all options open to you.
Where are the best places to park in Alicante?
The choice to hire cars in Alicante will mean you’ll have to take parking space in the town into account. A colour-coded system is in use: white spaces are free, blue are paid. Parking costs about €0.60 (£0.50) per hour, up to a maximum of two hours. You can also find cheap parking to go with your cheap car hire in Alicante in central car parks, like Alfonso el Sabio. Parking rates usually vary from about0 €1.20-2.00 per hour (roughly £1-1.70).
What is the cheapest hire car found in Alicante?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £14/day when booking a car hire in Alicante. The absolute best deal a user found was for £4/day from Dickmanns, booked on Jul. 28.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Alicante?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Alicante from the following companies over the past two weeks: Record Go (£4/day), Wiber (£4/day), and CLICK RENT (£4/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Alicante?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Leasys Rent (10.0 rating), Alamo (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alicante.
What are petrol prices like in Alicante?
The average price of petrol in Alicante is £1.38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £62 and £89 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Alicante for a week from Record Go?
Record Go is one of the top picks in Alicante. They can have you in a hire car for about £96 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Alicante for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 55% in Alicante - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Alicante?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Alicante check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much is a car hire in Alicante for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Alicante are typically £17 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to £17. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in January to be on average £24 per day.
What car do most people hire in Alicante?
Nissan Juke, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Alicante according to Cheapflights users.