Car hire at the airport
Seville Airport (SVQ)
The most convenient option if you fly in. It is about 10 km from the centre on the A-4 motorway: 15-20 minutes by car without traffic. Companies have desks in the terminal or take customers by shuttle bus to their car park.
Before booking
- Book early for busy datesDuring Holy Week, the April Fair, bank holidays and summer prices go up and few cars are left, especially automatics and 7-seaters.
- Check the excess and the depositMany cheap rates come with a high excess and block a deposit on your credit card. Compare the price with full insurance, not just the basic one.
- Choose a full-to-full fuel policyYou pick the car up with a full tank and return it full. It is the fairest policy: with full-to-empty you pay for fuel at the company's price.
- Check age and licence requirementsThere is usually a young driver surcharge (normally under 25) and a minimum time holding a licence. With a non-EU licence, check whether an International Driving Permit is required.
- Photograph the car at pick-upTake photos and a video of the whole car, including the windscreen and wheels, before leaving the car park. It saves arguments when you return it.
- Ask for air conditioning and hide your belongingsFrom May to September air conditioning is essential in Seville. And as in any tourist city, don't leave suitcases or bags visible inside the car.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is it cheapest to hire a car in Seville?It depends on the dates and the company. The airport has more choice and competition; city offices are sometimes cheaper for short rentals. The best thing is to compare several companies with insurance included.
- What do I need to hire a car?A valid driving licence, ID card or passport and, normally, a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit.
- How long does it take from the airport to the centre by car?About 15-20 minutes on the A-4 without traffic. At rush hour it can take much longer.
Guide information only. Conditions (age, insurance, deposit, fuel) depend on each company: always check them before booking.