Car hire in Madrid
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* The prices were calculated on 08.06.2023 for a 4 days prepaid rental at Madrid Airport T4 starting on 15.06.2023. Our prices fluctuate daily and this offer is not guaranteed.
Our services at Madrid
Car Hire Madrid Deals - Sixt rent a car
A Sixt car rental in Madrid offers you the opportunity to see the Spanish capital in style and comfort. With six offices based at convenient locations throughout the city, including one at Madrid-Barajas Airport and two at the city's major train stations, we aim to make it easy to find a rental vehicle to suit you and the purpose of your trip. Whether you're in the capital on business or travelling for pleasure with the family, a quick price comparison will show you that we can offer you an affordable and reliable car hire in Madrid to suit your needs for the duration of your stay.
Sixt car hire Madrid
Details of how to find each of our Madrid branches can be found on the map accessed simply by clicking on the second tab next to the location menu, where you will also find branch opening times. The variety of locations offers you convenience, as you can collect your rental vehicle from whichever of these locations is the easiest for you. Choosing us for your car hire in Madrid also offers you the choice of some of the world's best-known prestige brands, including BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. We will always do our best to provide you with the vehicle of your choice, but we can only make reservations for a category rather than an individual model.
SIGHTSEEING DESTINATIONS
One of Madrid's most iconic meeting places is the San Miguel Market, which is the only traditional iron market structure still standing in the city. It offers a huge variety of traditional Spanish cuisine, including tapas, and also hosts regular art exhibitions. By night it becomes a lively social hub, with several wine bars within its perimeters. It can be easily accessed from the following transport hubs.
DISTANCE TO SAN MIGUEL MARKET
- From Madrid-Barajas Airport: 14.2 miles, about 26 minutes
- From Atoclia Station: 2 miles, about 16 minutes
- From Chamartin Station: 11.5 miles, about 25 minutes
For a relaxing day trip in your rental car, take a drive out to the nearby village of Aranjuez. Here you can explore the magnificent Royal Palace, which was built as a summer residence for the Spanish Royal Family. The Palace is set within several landscaped gardens which include promenades, water features and an impressive variety of plants and flowers. Driving distances from Madrid are as follows.
DISTANCE TO ARANJUEZ
- From Madrid-Barajas Airport: 34.9 miles, about 38 minutes
- From Atocha Station: 29.4 miles, about 39 minutes
- From Chamartin Station: 34.2 miles, about 40 minutes
Alternatively, head north west to the historical monastery at El Escorial, in the foothills of the mountains. Built in the 14th Century, the monastery is the largest Spanish Renaissance building, with a total of 4,000 rooms! It is surrounded by some attractive courtyards and gardens. From here you can also easily take in the beauty of the surrounding countryside. You can drive to El Escorial from the following major locations in Madrid.
DISTANCE TO EL ESCORIAL
- From Madrid-Barajas Airport: 44.6 miles, about 50 minutes
- From Atocha Station: 38.5 miles, about 52 minutes
- From Chamartin Station: 35.8 miles, about 48 minutes
BUSINESS DESTINATIONS
If you're in Madrid on business, it's likely you'll be visiting the Feria De Madrid. This state-of-the-art exhibition venue is one of the best-known and most well-equipped in Europe, featuring a huge exhibition space, two conference centres and a massive 14,000 parking spaces! The Feria De Madrid plays host each year to major events in the worlds of business, fashion and entertainment, and is the reason for much of the city's international business tourism. It can easily be reached from Madrid's major transport centres.
DISTANCE TO FERIA DE MADRID
- From Madrid-Barajas Airport: 3.9 miles, about 6 minutes
- From Atocha Station: 10.8 miles, about 20 minutes
- From Chamartin Station: 5.7 miles, about 10 minutes
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Good to know when renting in Madrid
One-way Car Hire
If you are ending the journey at a different branch, please select the alternative location while booking online or through the app to check if this is an available option.
Available Extras
If it's an extra protection package, added miles, an extra driver, or a child seat simply select an add-on during booking.
Under 25 Car Hire
In Spain, drivers as young as 18 can hire with us. Please note you need to hold a valid licence for at least a year and there are surcharges when under 25.
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Paco G.
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Fantastic service, everything extremely easy and smooth; highly recommended.
Their consultant, Gonzalo Maestro was just great, thanks again.
JOHAN C.
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Super service
Emilio C.
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Super friendly staff. Very Professional.
Vlad O.
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Always a good experience to rent a car with sixt
David D.
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Great Experience. Maria in tye Madrid airport was excellent. Such a nice person, very helpful and professional.
Mélanie A.
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Great experience! I recommend the agency and the person who took care of us was very nice.
Richie K.
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Felix from Sixt at Madrid Airport was very friendly, courteous, and respectful to us! He was extremely knowledgeable with all of the rules and regulations for us first time car renters, especially in a foreign country, and made the entire experience so smooth for us even in a time crunch. May we be blessed to have him help us again the next time we need a rental car in Spain!
Chason S.
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Great service and super friendly. Was able to help in English and Spanish. Big shoutout to Felix El Gato and Jose for their help! We will def be using them again when in Madrid!
Ellen M.
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very friendly and helpful personel at Sixt
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FAQs about car hire in Madrid
What's the minimum age to hire a car in Madrid?
To rent a car with SIXT in Madrid you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car at Madrid.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Madrid?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Madrid. A fee may apply.
What do I need to rent a car in Madrid?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Madrid?
Easily book a long-term rental at Madrid by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Madrid?
A damage waiver is included with your car hire. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Can I add an additional driver to my rental?
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.