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San Blas

45 car hire locations

From
R 95
per day

Alipark

45 car hire locations

From
R 97
per day

Elche /Elx Av

From
R 363
per day

Elche/Elx Carrus

37 car hire locations

From
R 403
per day

Alicante Airport

45 car hire locations

From
R 328
per day
These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Alicante: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a valid licence and a passport.
To rent a car in Alicante, bring a valid driving licence. If it’s not in English or Spanish, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is advised. Car hire companies also require a passport and credit card.
Navigating city driving
Driving in Alicante involves narrow old-town roads.
Alicante’s old town has tight streets and restricted zones. Use Google Maps or Waze to avoid one-way streets and vehicle access limits. Driving in Alicante is easier outside the city centre and along coastal roads.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Some highways, like the AP-7, have tolls.
Alicante has a Low Emission Zone (LEZ), but it is not currently enforced for most vehicles. Check your rental agreement for toll payment methods or included tags.
Parking your car in Alicante
Parking is restricted in central areas.
Parking in Alicante city centre can be tricky. Blue zones require payment, and orange zones are for residents. Look for multi-storey car parks or hotel parking near popular spots like the marina or old town.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel stations are common; EV charging is growing.
Petrol stations are easy to find around Alicante. EV charging stations are expanding, particularly near shopping centres and car parks. Use apps like PlugShare or Electromaps to locate real-time charging availability in the city.
Local driving style and tips
Traffic can build up during peak times.
Roads in Alicante are generally well signed, but busy routes and roundabouts may require quick decisions. Follow speed limits, stop at zebra crossings, and be aware that cameras are used in the city and on major roads.
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Top car rental companies in Mercalicante

Click and Rent
Sicily by Car
Carwiz
Record go
Drivalia
Centauro

Discover the best car hire companies in Mercalicante

Centauro
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 189per day
WIBER
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 186per day
Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 941per day
Goldcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 233per day
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 984per day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 529per day
Centauro
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 189per day
WIBER
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 186per day
Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 941per day
Goldcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 233per day
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 984per day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 529per day

Hiring a car in Mercalicante: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire providerClick and Rent
Most popular carVan
Cheapest price foundR 95 per day
Cheapest month to rentNovember

Hiring a car in Mercalicante: Frequently asked questions

Renting a car in Mercalicante is easy with Skyscanner. Just enter your travel dates to compare prices from trusted providers. Once you’ve found the best deal, book your car hire and hit the road with confidence.

On average, hiring a car in Mercalicante will set you back around R 1,473 per day or R 12,600 per week.

The cheapest car to rent in Mercalicante is Medium, compact.

The most popular car to rent in Mercalicante is Van, commercial van.

We scan the internet for all kinds of vehicle rental deals – including vans. You can even find deals on motor homes or passenger vans, too.

The cheapest car hire companies in Mercalicante are currently Click and Rent and Sicily by Car.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Mercalicante is currently October.

On average, around R 12,600. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Mercalicante is R 660.

Yes - since many people need to rent a car for moving homes or day trips, most car rental companies in Mercalicante offer a flat rate for hire per day. You'll usually have have to drop it back within 24 hours of picking it up to avoid any extra charges.
Yes – you can pick up Click and Rent hire cars from Mercalicante – find a pick-up location on our Mercalicante map.
Yes – you can pick up Sicily by Car hire cars from Mercalicante – find a pick-up location on our Mercalicante map.
Yes – you can pick up Carwiz hire cars from Mercalicante – find a pick-up location on our Mercalicante map.

Yes – you can usually find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select 'Return car to a different location' when you search for car hire in Mercalicante on Skyscanner.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Mercalicante for a whole month is R 41,097.

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

Other travellers in Mercalicante rated Centauro as the best overall in terms of overall experience.

Click and Rent often has the cheapest car hire deals in Mercalicante. You should also look out for car hire deals that have a fair fuel policy – for example, a full tank of fuel on pick-up, to full tank of fuel on return.

Most car rental providers allow anyone under 25 to rent a car as long as the provide a valid drivers license and the correct documentation. It could cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers.

The cheapest price we found for an economy car in Mercalicante is R 97 per day. The average price per day is around R 1,218.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Click and Rent, Sicily by Car and Carwiz offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Most car hire companies in Mercalicante have policies that allow you to cancel your hire car booking and get a refund if you need to. Some may allow this up to a few days before your pick-up date, and some even allow changes or cancellations up to a few hours before.

We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in Alicante, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Mercalicante.

Most major car hire companies in Mercalicante accept debit cards, but you might need to show extra documents, pay a larger deposit, or have your credit checked. Always read the company’s policy before you book to make sure they’ll accept your payment.

The number of car hire locations in an area can vary. Use Skyscanner to easily find and compare car hire in Mercalicante.

Third-party insurance is typically included as standard when you hire a car. If you want additional coverage, such as car rental excess insurance, the cost will depend on the type of car, the duration of your rental and the car hire company.

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