When you rent a car from Alicante airport you can visit the most beautiful places in sunny Spain with ease. Drive straight from the airport to your hotel, unpack and start touring! With half an hour's drive you can be at the historic Castillo de Santa Barbara, or drive further along the Costa Blanca to find a sun-drenched beach. Explore the unique surroundings at your own pace with the freedom of a rental car.
An all-inclusive car rental at Alicante airport means carefree driving on Spanish roads. All the insurances you need are already included, such as comprehensive third-party insurance and good windows-tires-undercarriage-roof damage cover. Also, the excess is often already bought off, if not we will refund it to you. So no worries if you accidentally cause damage, we have thought of everything. Moreover, your car rental always includes unlimited mileage, so you can drive as far as you want. Start your holiday off right with an all-inclusive rental car at Alicante airport!
Once you land at the airport, there are several ways to pick up your rental car from Alicante airport.
Through Sunny Cars you can easily rent an all-inclusive car rental for your holiday from Alicante airport. There is no need for extra insurance, everything is already included in our all-inclusive car rental formula. In addition, we also offer extra services that allow you to further customise your car hire at Alicante airport.
For a rental car at Alicante airport, we recommend the Fastlane service. This avoids long queues upon arrival, which you can skip if you have booked the Fastlane service. A standard part of this service is the Online Check-in, where you fill in the contract online in advance. This in turn saves extra time at pick-up, so you can start your holiday even faster.
Signposts in Alicante and surroundings
In Alicante and the surrounding Costa Blanca region, signposts are mainly in Spanish. In tourist areas, such as along the coast and in popular cities, you may sometimes come across English translations.
Busy days on the roads around Alicante
The roads around Alicante are busiest during the summer months, especially in July and August. Traffic can also increase during national holidays and weekends, especially to coastal towns and during Semana Santa.
Toll roads in the Costa Blanca region
You will regularly encounter toll roads in the Costa Blanca region, especially if you are driving towards Valencia or Murcia. Tolls can be paid with cash or most credit cards, so make sure you have these to hand when taking an Autopista.
Refuelling in Alicante and surrounding areas
When refuelling in Alicante, note that gasolina means petrol and diesel simply diesel. A petrol station is referred to as a ‘estación de servicio’. Most petrol stations are self-service, and it is customary to pay at the cash register or vending machine after filling up.
Environmental zones in Alicante and other cities
When car rental in Alicante, it is important to know that some Spanish cities have environmental zones. While Alicante itself does not have extensive environmental zones, larger cities in the region, such as Valencia, may have restrictions. These zones are marked with the text Area de prioridad residencial and can only be accessed by permit holders.
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Definitely! Although a credit card is usually required, you can rent a car rental at Alicante airport without a credit card. This can be done in two ways: rent a car with cash deposit, or a rental car with the No Deposit service where we guarantee the deposit. Read more about booking a rental car without a credit card here.
A second driver is not included as standard in our all-inclusive car hire formula. You can add a second driver to your car hire by:
The minimum age to drive a rental car in Alicante airport is usually 25, but this can vary by location and even by category. Read the rental conditions of the rental car you want to hire to see what the minimum age is.
The cost of car rental in Spain can vary a lot. It depends on supply and demand during the desired rental period. For the most accurate price information, we recommend filling in the rental period and destination on our website. That way, you can discover what the all-in rental price is for your car hire in Spain.
Alicante Airport, also known as El Altet, is the gateway to the sun-drenched Costa Blanca. More than 15 million travellers use this airport, which has two terminals, every year. A rental car from Alicante Airport gives you the freedom to explore the coastline and hinterland at your own pace, without restrictions.
Alicante Airport is just 9 kilometres from Alicante city centre, a short drive of about 15 minutes via the N-332. Along the way, you can enjoy views of the Mediterranean Sea and the palm trees that adorn the coastline. This makes the drive not only quick, but also extremely pleasant.
From Alicante Airport, you can easily drive on to other major cities such as Valencia and Murcia. Take the AP-7 toll road north for Valencia, a drive of about 1 hour and 45 minutes. On the way, you'll pass vast orange groves and picturesque coastal towns. If you drive south, you'll reach Murcia within an hour via the A-7, where you can admire the Spanish interior and beautiful mountains.
The Costa Blanca's roads are modern and well-maintained. The main roads are wide and easy to navigate, while smaller roads in the mountains can sometimes be a bit narrow. It is worth noting that tolls are charged on some highways, and road signs are mainly in Spanish.
For a leisurely drive along the Costa Blanca coast, a convertible is an excellent choice. If you want to explore inland and mountainous areas, an SUV with a larger engine is the ideal option. It offers not only comfort, but also the power needed to conquer the steeper roads effortlessly.
The best time to visit the Costa Blanca is in spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasantly warm but not too hot. These periods are also quieter on the roads.
The Costa Blanca is known for its delicious seafood, paella and tapas. Try the local wine, but remember: after drinking alcohol, don't get behind the wheel.
24/7 emergency number
Everything arranged and paid for in advance. You can therefore rent a car carefree! If something still goes wrong or you have an urgent question, please contact our Dutch emergency number so that we can quickly help you on your way again.
Additional third-party liability
It goes without saying that liability insurance is included when you rent a car. However, we go the extra mile with our standard (extra) liability cover of at least €10 million. We like to play it safe so that you can enjoy a carefree holiday!
Fair fuel policy
You always rent a car with us under the fuel policy full-full. This means you return the rental car with the same level of petrol it had at the handover. You therefore do not pay an expensive fuel surcharge and know exactly where you stand.
Refund of excess
If you rent a car from Sunny Cars, you do not have to pay the excess. In the case of damage to the rental car, you pay the excess up front and on site, for us to then return the sum into your bank account soonest.
Unlimited Mileage
During a holiday, doesn´t everyone want to rent a car without worries and enjoy the destination in the best possible way? That’s why we offer you unlimited mileage, so that you can explore the most beautiful spots.
Window-tire-undercarriage-roof damage
Broken window, flat tire, knock, dent or scratch? No problem, renting an all-in car from Sunny Cars is truly all-in! The coverage for damage to glass, tires, undercarriage (including oil sump and clutch) and roof is also included as standard.
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