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Málaga car rental information
| Pick-up location | Málaga |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Compact station wagon, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Passenger Van |
| Rental locations | 130 |
| Airport locations | 62 |
| Popular agencies | NIZACARS , DRIVALIA , Delpaso, CLICK RENT , Goldcar Rental SP |
Cheap car rentals in Málaga
| Economy | C$ 9/day |
| Compact | C$ 12/day |
| Intermediate | C$ 10/day |
| Mini | C$ 8/day |
| Passenger Van | C$ 17/day |
| Compact SUV | C$ 14/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 16/day |
| Compact station wagon | C$ 17/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Málaga
- Cheap car rentals in Málaga not only give you the flexibility to visit the city itself, but also popular destinations in the surrounding region, such as Rincon De La Victoria, which is around a 20min drive away. You can also head to the scenic town of Alhaurín de la Torre, which is around 30min away by car, or Torremolinos, which you can drive to in around 23min.
- Malaga's Maria Zambrano train station is home to a few different car rental companies that travelers can choose from. At this station, you will find offices for major agencies like Enterprise, Hertz, and Larios Rental. Each of these companies offers cheap car rentals in Málaga and stores it's fleet within walking distance of the station.
- The city has several annual festivals that you will want to be aware of when operating Málaga car rentals, as they can cause quite a bit of traffic in the city center. There is the Three Kings Festival, which takes over the heart of the city on January 5th and 6th, as well as the Málaga Fair, which occurs every year during the summer months.
- As a tourist in Malaga, renting a car is the best way to discover the Costa del Sol in comfort. As well as offering total independence on your visit, it is also a cheap way to travel. Rather than booking a taxi or taking other time-consuming public transport, a car gives you the chance to visit the whole Andalucía region, including the neighboring traditional villages and cities, like Granada and Seville, which are only a few hours drive away.
- Looking to rent a car on your vacation to Malaga? As the main airport in the Costa Del Sol, Málaga Airport offers plenty of car rental options on site. When you land, you will find the car rental desks located in the Basement in Terminal 2 and on the Ground Floor of Terminal 3.
- When you visit Malaga, you will notice that there are lots of roundabouts where drivers already on the roundabout have the right of way. You must also remember that passing on the right is illegal. The roads in and around Malaga are well-maintained and signposted; however, you must take great care on the coastal N340 road, which has a few dangerous spots. The main A7 Motorway stretches along the Costa del Sol and leads to Algeciras, or you can take the faster route on the AP-7 toll road.
- Similar to other cities around Spain, there are four rush hour periods to watch out for during the day. In the morning you can expect traffic between 8:00 and 9:30, during lunchtime from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, in the early evening between 3:30 and 5:00 pm, and at night from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. During the peak months of June to August, many of the main roads, especially the N340, suffer from large traffic jams.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Málaga for C$ 22 or less
- Book your rental car in Málaga at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini rental cars in Málaga are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Málaga
What type of car is recommended for driving in Málaga?
If you want to discover the sights of Malaga and the rest of the Andalucía region, you need to rent a comfortable car that’s suitable for the inner city, motorway, and coastal driving. Whether you want to soak up the summer sun in a convertible or are staying in the heart of Malaga, a smaller car is advisable to travel around the narrower, older streets. However, if you want to take the rural roads to nearby villages, an SUV would be better suited to your journey.
What’s the speed limit in Málaga?
When you drive around the center of Malaga, you will need to keep to the speed limit of 31 mph. If you take the motorway, or autopista, the limit is 74 mph, whereas on a dual carriageway, or autovia, the speed limit is 62 mph. The speed limit on Malaga’s main roads, or carreteras, is 55 mph, whilst signposts will show the speed limits on secondary and rural roads. It’s important to drive carefully in Malaga as there are several speeding radars across the city.
Where are the best places to park in Málaga?
Even though free parking in the center of Malaga is limited, there are several places in and around the city where you can pay to park your rental car. You will be able to park in blue zones, where you will pay at a ticket machine, or you can opt for the municipal underground parking lot, where you can expect to pay between €25.00 and €30.00 a day (approximately $28.00-$34.00 USD). Plaza de Marina is the perfect place to park as it’s a large parking lot located in the historic center, under Malaga’s main shopping street.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Málaga?
On average a rental car in Málaga costs C$ 29 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Málaga?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Delpaso (C$ 8/day), NIZACARS (C$ 12/day) and CLICK RENT (C$ 16/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Delpaso Malaga Airport 29004 (8 kilometers from city center).
Can I rent an automatic car in Málaga?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Málaga. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Málaga?
The average gas price in Málaga is C$ 9.54 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 114 and C$ 153, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Málaga?
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Málaga.
Which car rental companies are at Malaga airport (AGP)?
Car rental companies onsite at Malaga airport include Delpaso, Record Go, Goldcar Rental SP, NIZACARS, Solo Rent a Car, CLICK RENT, DRIVALIA, Hertz, Ok Mobility and Europcar.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Malaga airport (AGP)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Malaga airport to off-airport locations include Delpaso, Record Go, Goldcar Rental SP, NIZACARS, Solo Rent a Car, Hertz, Ok Mobility, Europcar, Centauro and Sixt.
How can I find car rentals near me in Málaga?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Málaga?
A Mini car rental in Málaga costs C$ 32 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Málaga?
An Intermediate car rental in Málaga costs C$ 38 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Málaga?
A Compact car rental in Málaga costs C$ 45 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Málaga?
In Málaga, cars are most frequently rented at Goldcar Rental SP Av del Comandante García Morato (8 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Málaga?
On average a rental car in Málaga costs C$ 203 per week (C$ 29 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Málaga?
On average a rental car in Málaga costs C$ 869 per month (C$ 29 per day).
Which car rental companies in Málaga have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car rental companies in Málaga which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Hertz, Europcar and Budget
How can I go from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) to the city center?
When you drive from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport to the city center, you can expect the trip to typically take around 20 to 25min depending on what traffic and weather conditions are like at the time. To go to downtown Malaga, you will first want to get on the N-348 and drive towards the Autovía de Circunvalación de Málaga/MA-20. Then you can take C. Hilera and Pasillo de Sta. Isabel to Av. Rosaleda and continue on Av. Rosaleda to ultimately end up in the heart of the city.
What car rental companies have branches at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport?
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is home to the offices of more than 20 different car rental companies, with around 10 of these companies having their branches directly inside the airport’s main terminal. Some of the companies that you can find inside the airport include Avis, Budget, and SIXT. The desks for these agencies are typically located either downstairs right near the baggage carousels, or upstairs by baggage carousel 31. Companies that have on-site branches at the airport usually keep their fleets in one of the airport’s car parks, which can be reached by going through Terminal 3 to the transportation hub.
Málaga car rental reviews and directory
Wiber
10.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Málaga
Alamo
8.4
Very good
10 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
8.2
2 locations in Málaga
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
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The staff member was extremely friendly and helpful. The pick up and drop off process was also very easy.Cons:
Nothing - everything was great!10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2019
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Everything was perfect5.2 Fair
Jul. 2018
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Shuttle to airport was prompt. Free cold water available.Cons:
Very confusing to find. No signs directing you to where it is, even the GPS couldn’t find it. Once we did finally find it, there were no signs indicating where to go or what to do.10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2023
2.0 Poor
Jul. 2022
7.9 Good
Oct. 2021
Sixt
8.4
Very good
7 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.3
2 locations in Málaga
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8.0 Very good
Sep. 2022
3.2 Poor
Jun. 2017
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Not a thingCons:
Everything Wrong car, not big enough Charged twice as much as quoted at end Up sold and confused at pick up Called an idiot by 'nice' Spanish lady for signing a contract after been 'sold' on thing but actually been given another Never again with these. Currently disputing and massive over charge10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2021
Budget
8.0
Very good
8 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Málaga
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2023
2.0 Poor
Jul. 2022
2.0 Poor
May 2022
Record Go
7.5
Good
4 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Málaga
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2023
2.0 Poor
Jan. 2023
Europcar
7.3
Good
11 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
3 locations in Málaga
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5.6 Fair
Jan. 2018
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The car was very nice and new.Cons:
Woman showing us to car was awful! I rented the car and did contract at airport, but she would only speak to my husband. Very odd, to only speak to males. I ask to take her name to speak to manager and she took off her name tag and wouldn’t show it to me. I told her I’d take her photo then and she tried to grab my camera. Bizarre! Be careful women! Also did not have car size reserved and had to pay more to upgrade.2.0 Poor
Oct. 2017
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First, the counter person was insistent that I had to take the vehicle that they were offering, which was nowhere near what I had requested. They lied to us, saying that they did not have another vehicle, until I told them to cancel the reservation, and went and stood on the Avis line. Then, all of a sudden, another vehicle popped up, miraculously. They still charged the same price, as if a luxury vehicle, and over charged for the insurance. I do not feel that we should have even been charged for the vehicle which I turned in less than 24 hours after getting it. Very bad experience, very poor customer service, not the way to start any vacation.6.0 Okay
Aug. 2017
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I paid 200 euros and booked a car. When I got there with all the additions and blabla ended up paying 400 euros!!!! It's just too much and it happens every time8.8 Very good
May 2017
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Car clean, very friendly and helpful staffCons:
Direction to pick up point not good5.2 Fair
Feb. 2017
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I followed your suggestion bought an insurance to cover my rental vehicle at Eurocar rental. The policy number is PL11319420303 of Allianz Global Assistance. But at the rental company, a lady rep. said I have no insurance and almost force me to buy their own insurance. I told her I have an insurance when I booked and paid my contract. She still says I need one , otherwise I will get trouble. Finally, she charged me higher security deposit for did not buy Eurocar own insurance. It is every bad business action to the customers.10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2017
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The car was clean and ready at the pick up time. It was exactly as described. The customer service was great as well.Cons:
Nothing.Hertz
7.2
Good
23 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
6.9
4 locations in Málaga
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2.0 Poor
Nov. 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct. 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Dec. 2021
9.6 Wonderful
Feb. 2020
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Super easy pick up at the airport counter then a small walk to the garage at the airport to get in the car and go. No pressure on buying extra insurance or upgrading.Cons:
Over all one of the best rental encounters I have had in over 40 years.9.6 Wonderful
Feb. 2020
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The staff was friendly, helpful and spoke enough English to help us through the process. Rental instructions were clear.Cons:
We weren't sure where to drop the car off in the parking structure. We randomly parked it and told the staff where we put it. They were fine with that, but we should have parked it on -2 rather than -1...next time we'll know.10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2018
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Kayak computed incorrect tax on our invoice. We had to pay another €20 at return. Other than that one thing, everything was perfect. Oh, and one other thing, the directions to return the car need to be a lot more of a step by step type of thing. It simply says return at airport. Uh, yeah. Go to airport. Ok. Then what? Where? This needs to say exactly where one is going. Easy. Small. Needs added. Again, great experience.CLICK RENT
7.0
Good
4 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
7.5
One location in Málaga
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2.0 Poor
Jul. 2023
8.0 Very good
Sep. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2022
8.0 Very good
Jun. 2022
Avis
5.8
Fair
17 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.6
Value for money
5.0
2 locations in Málaga
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5.2 Fair
Dec. 2019
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Agent refused to give receipt then over charged by 300 on my credit card2.0 Poor
Oct. 2019
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The “Audi or equivalent” car turned out to be an entry level sedan. The would not honor the insurance I purchased through Kayak and tried to charge me double for their insurance. I ended up walking away from the counter. Horrible horrible experience.10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2019
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Car was clean and in great conditionCons:
GPS provided and charged to us did not work in most places outside of metropolitan areas8.0 Very good
Jun. 2019
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Location was right at the airport and made for easy check in and check outCons:
I was attempting to be specific on types of car I would receive and even attempted to speak to Avis ahead of time. I wanted specifically a BMW or Audi and that is what my reservation stated. When I arrived, they said they did not have BMW/Audi unless I wanted to upgrade my reservation5.6 Fair
Apr. 2019
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I reserved a bmw. Somehow a Toyota Arus is in the same class. Avis also told me the insurnance I bought through your site was no good. This brings great anxiety through the whole trip when you don’t know whether you are covered or not.8.0 Very good
Apr. 2019
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Drop off was confusing. Lady at the counter said that someone in the parking lot will finish my contract up. Gentleman in the parking lot said that's not necessary and that I flcan leave, but he did it anyways. I ended up taking manual in lower class over booked automatic and did not get any refund.Firefly
5.8
Fair
2 reviewsCleanliness
5.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Málaga
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5.2
Fair
4 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
5.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.4
Value for money
4.8
4 locations in Málaga
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8.0 Very good
Apr. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
May 2022
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2022
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2022
Goldcar Rental SP
4.3
Mediocre
1 reviewCleanliness
5.4
Comfort
4.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.6
Value for money
4.1
2 locations in Málaga
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1.9 Poor
Oct. 2021