Alicante Airport ALC · El Altet
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Car Rental
Alicante Airport

Compare available cars at Alicante-Elche Airport with no deposit or credit card required. Over 20 agencies, unlimited mileage, from €12/day.

Car rental Alicante airport

Cars available with no deposit, cheap prices

Selection of cars departing from the ALC terminal, with free cancellation and reduced deposit. All-inclusive prices, no surprises at the counter.

Free cancellationNo credit cardLow deposit

Mercedes B Class

or similar · Compact
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
37,40 € /day
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New carNo credit card150 km/day

Skoda Kamiq

or similar · Urban SUV
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 2100 km (150/day)
37,40 € /day
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New carLow depositNo card

Citroën C4

or similar · Compact
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
37,40 € /day
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No depositNo cardFull coverage

Citroën C4

or similar · Compact
⚙ Manual 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
38,39 € /day
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New carNo credit card

Peugeot 3008

or similar · SUV
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
40,46 € /day
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Low depositNo card

Citroën C5 Aircross

or similar · SUV
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
41,65 € /day
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Low depositNo card

Jeep Compass

or similar · SUV
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
41,65 € /day
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New carNo depositFull cover

Opel Mokka

or similar · Urban SUV
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 2800 km (200/day)
43,55 € /day
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HybridLow deposit

Toyota Prius+

or similar · MPV
⚙ Automatic 👤 7 seats 🛣 Unlimited
47,60 € /day
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Low depositNo card

Toyota Corolla Verso

or similar · MPV
⚙ Manual 👤 7 seats 🛣 3500 km (250/day)
51,00 € /day
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Low depositNo card

Mercedes C Class

or similar · Premium sedan
⚙ Automatic 👤 5 seats 🛣 Unlimited
55,25 € /day
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New carNo cardFull cover

Hyundai i10

or similar · Mini
⚙ Manual 👤 4 seats 🛣 4200 km (300/day)
56,49 € /day
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Why book online

Renting a car with no deposit at Alicante Airport

Car rental at Alicante-Elche Airport offers the best flexibility for exploring the Costa Blanca: the beaches of Santa Pola, the hillside villages of Guadalest, the citadel of Xàtiva, the vineyards of Jumilla, or the Santa Pola salt flats nature park. Since public transport is limited outside the main towns, a personal vehicle significantly shortens travel times.

The main advantage of the Localrent platform over classic sites is transparent final pricing: the price shown at booking matches the final amount payable, with no surprise fees at the counter. Most offers come with a deposit capped at €450 maximum, or even no deposit at all on premium vehicles.

Concrete benefits of booking online

  • No credit card required: many offers accept Visa and Mastercard debit cards.
  • Unlimited mileage on most categories, ideal for trips to Benidorm, Valencia or Murcia.
  • Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup on most vehicles.
  • Full coverage available on certain models at no extra cost — with no excess and no card hold.
  • 24/7 pickup at the terminal or nearby agencies with free shuttle service.
  • Dedicated counter for vehicle handover, often in under 15 minutes.

Documents required for pickup

To rent a car at Alicante Airport, prepare three documents: passport or ID card, a valid driving licence held for at least two years, and the booking voucher received by email after reservation. The minimum age is generally 22-25 depending on the agency; some premium vehicles require drivers to be 26 or older. Use the search filters to display options that match your profile.

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Average rental prices at Alicante Airport

Trend of the average daily price of an economy-category vehicle over the year. The best rates are found in January and August, the highest in April and spring.

Average price /day — economy vehicle
17€
JAN
25€
FEB
27€
MAR
29€
APR
28€
MAY
28€
JUN
26€
JUL
23€
AUG
22€
SEP
26€
OCT
23€
NOV
24€
DEC

In low season (November-February), prices start at €17-24 per day for a city car and can drop to €8-10 for a rental of a week or more. In high season (March-May, July-August), demand rises to a 77% occupancy rate and rates start at €28-29 per day. To save money, book at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance and always compare several agencies for the same period.

Agencies at the terminal

20+ car rental agencies at Alicante Airport

All the major international brands and many local rental companies are present in the arrivals area or nearby with a free shuttle. Rating based on Google Maps.

Goldcar

★ 3.9 11,000 reviews

Inside the terminal, counter in the arrivals area. Opens at 7:30 AM.

Centauro Car Hire

★ 3.8 3,400 reviews

Free shuttle from the terminal. Opens at 7:00 AM.

Record Go Mobility

★ 4.0 5,400 reviews

Counter in zone N-338, ground floor. Opens at 7:00 AM.

SIXT Rent a Car

★ 4.4 2,300 reviews

Inside the terminal. Large fleet of new cars, closes at 00:30.

Europcar

★ 4.2 1,500 reviews

Arrivals counter, city branches. Opens at 7:30 AM.

OK Mobility

★ 3.8 3,900 reviews

Spanish brand, terminal counter. Opens at 7:00 AM.

Wiber Rent a Car

★ 4.2 4,800 reviews

Full coverage with no excess. Opens at 7:00 AM.

KeyGo Rent

★ 4.4 2,500 reviews

Carretera Torrellano-Aeropuerto km 1.5.

Victoria Cars

★ 4.3 1,300 reviews

Open 24/7, service included.

Neptuno Hires

★ 4.8 90 reviews

Family business since 1972, from €19/day.

Firefly Spain

★ 2.3 979 reviews

Low-cost option in the parking lot. Opens at 8:00 AM.

Top Gear Mobility

★ 4.8 645 reviews

Open 24/7, very good value for money.

Tip: local rental companies (Wiber, Neptuno, Top Gear, Keygo, Solo) often show higher ratings than the major international brands and offer competitive rates. Their branches are located 1-2 km from the terminal with a free shuttle included in the price.
Driving in Alicante

Driving from the airport on the Costa Blanca

Traffic in Spain drives on the right, with signage compliant with European standards. Petrol and diesel are available self-service 24/7 at stations near the terminal.

Speed limits in Spain

  • In built-up areas: 50 km/h, dropping to 30 km/h in sensitive zones near schools.
  • Outside built-up areas: 90 km/h on ordinary roads.
  • Motorways: 120 km/h, some are tolled (notably the AP-7).

Parking in major towns

Alicante, Benidorm, Calpe and Jávea have a regulated parking zone SER with colour-coded lines: blue for paid public parking, green for residents, yellow for no-parking zones. Ticket machines accept coins, bank cards and mobile apps. On Sundays and public holidays, parking in the blue zone is generally free.

Recommended routes with a rental car

  1. Guadalest — a medieval hillside village 1h15 by road, a 1.4L engine minimum is recommended for the mountain switchbacks.
  2. Altea and Calpe — the white towns of the Costa Blanca, 45-55 minutes via the AP-7.
  3. Xàtiva — a medieval fortress and old town, 1h15 north via the A-31.
  4. Santa Pola and its salt flats — 25 minutes south, nature park and flamingos.
  5. Elche and its palm grove — 15 minutes from the airport, a UNESCO heritage site.
Step-by-step booking

How to book a car at Alicante Airport

  1. Choose your dates and pickup location in the search form. Select Alicante Airport (ALC) as the pickup point and indicate whether the car will be returned to the same agency or another city.
  2. Apply the useful filters: vehicle category, transmission type, unlimited mileage, rental without a credit card, full coverage included. Sorting by lowest price first lets you see the most economical offers immediately.
  3. Review each vehicle's listing in detail: included mileage, deposit type, technical specifications (boot, air conditioning, transmission), accepted payment methods and cancellation policy.
  4. Add extra options if needed: child seat, GPS, additional driver, authorisation to leave Spanish territory.
  5. Pay the deposit online by bank card. You will immediately receive the booking voucher by email, to be presented at the counter on arrival.
  6. Inspect the vehicle at pickup with the agency representative. Any pre-existing damage must be noted on the report before signing the contract.

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Frequently asked questions

Car rental at Alicante Airport — FAQ

What is the average price of a rental at Alicante Airport?

In low season, prices start at €8-10 per day for a city car and €17-24 for a compact. In summer, rates start at €15-20 per day for economy vehicles, but the best prices sell out quickly.

Can you rent with no deposit at Alicante Airport?

Yes, several vehicles come with a zero deposit or a reduced deposit of €150-450 maximum. Use the "no deposit" or "low deposit" filter to display only these offers.

From what age can you rent a car?

Most agencies accept drivers from age 22-23 with one year of driving experience. Premium models may require drivers to be 25 or older.

Can you pay with a debit card?

Yes, most rental companies at Alicante Airport accept Visa and Mastercard debit cards. The "no credit card" filter lets you list compatible offers.

Which models are most in demand in Alicante?

City cars and compacts dominate demand: Citroën C3 and C4, Fiat 500, Hyundai i10, Ford Focus, Opel Mokka. They are well suited to the narrow streets of coastal villages.

Can you return the car in another city?

Yes, one-way returns to another city are possible for an extra fee. Valencia, Murcia and Málaga are the most requested destinations from Alicante Airport.