Car Hire Girona Airport (GRO)

You’ll find our Avis counter at Girona Costa Brava Airport in the car rental parking area which is accessible via shuttle.

Girona Costa Brava Airport (GRO) was first opened in 1965 to serve the developing tourism around the Spanish coast. It only developed slowly until the 2000s when low cost airlines marketed it as an alternative to Barcelona’s El Prat International Airport.

Today close to 2 million passengers pass through the airport each year and in the summer months there are flights from more than 47 European cities in 16 countries.

The airport is located on the southern edge of Girona in the suburb of Vilobi d’Onyar and has excellent road links to the E15 connecting Perpignan in France to the south of Spain and the N-11 to Barcelona and Madrid.

Hiring a car is a great way to explore Spain’s Costa Brava. We’d recommend using GPS to navigate the region’s excellent road network. As in the rest of mainland Europe, you’ll be driving on the right-hand side of the road as you set off from Girona Costa Brava Airport. If you have not driven in this part of the world before, we’d advise checking the road rules for driving in Spain before you set off.

What are the age requirements for renting a car in Girona

The minimum age to rent a car in Spain is 21. Age restrictions also vary by vehicle and some selected car groups are not available to drivers under the age of 25.

There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car, so long as you have had a full, valid, license for at least 1 year. Some additional steps may be required for those who are over the age of 75 on the date of the scheduled return.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Girona?

To hire a car in Girona, you just need to bring your:

• Driving licence
• Credit card (if it's a high value vehicle two payment cards must be provided, one of which needs to be a credit card),
• Proof of any discount (such as a frequent flyer or Avis Preferred card),
• Photo ID for international rentals (such as a passport or driving licence)

Can I pick up my rental car in Girona and return it to another location?

One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Girona Airport and then return it to another Avis office whether that’s in Spain or even another country in Europe. Many of our Avis locations offer a 24-hour drop-off facility, which makes a one-way car hire hassle-free and very user-friendly. Simply check out our many available one-way journeys and start planning your route. When you are ready to book, just specify your destination in the booking panel and we will arrange it for you.

Is it worth hiring a car in Girona?

While there are trains between Barcelona and Girona and a regional bus service connecting towns and villages along the Costa Brava, you’ll find the best way to explore this stunning region is by hire car. Picking up a rental car in Girona means you can get off the beaten track and discover hidden gems. The Avis team at Girona Costa Brava Airport are experts on the coast and ready to advise you on the best places to go and help make your trip a smooth one from the moment you touch down.

What is parking like in Girona?

Parking Girona is a combination of on-street and in car parks some of which are bookable in advance via the Saba network. In the peak summer months car parks are operated in larger resorts and if you are planning a day on the beach, it is best to arrive early or park on the edge of town.

From the Avis car park at Girona Airport, the area’s regional capital, Girona, is just a 18min drive of 14.8km. Head north from the airport and turn left onto route AP-7 following signs into the centre of town.

Overflowing with historical landmarks, the captivating city of Girona is a maze of cobbled streets and medieval relics. The ancient cathedral and the old fortifications showcase the city’s rich history, whilst the Collegiate Church of Sant Feliu and the Benedict Church of Sant Pere de Galligants show off its beauty.

The city’s historic square, Plaça de la Independència, plays an integral part in Girona’s heritage and you can spend an afternoon sitting in one of the many traditional cafes and restaurants that line its perimeters.

Dating back thousands of years, the fascinating architecture of Girona is the city’s main draw. Romanesque and Gothic buildings combine with Catalan Modernism, making for an entrancing city rich in architectural allure.

One of the most well preserved Jewish Quarters in the world, El Call is an emblematic area of the city, located within the Força Vella and will take you into a labyrinth of winding streets and porticoed squares.

Steeped in beauty and history, Catalonia boasts stunning countryside, mouthwatering cuisine, and a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, all of which are within easy reach of Girona Costa Brava Airport. Spend an afternoon driving along one of the region’s scenic coastal roads and you’ll soon discover the magic of Catalonia.
Barcelona
Just one hour’s drive in your rental car from Girona-Costa Brava Airport, the cosmopolitan kingdom of Barcelona awaits. From the sun-drenched shores to the unrivalled architecture, Barcelona is an unmissable stop on your drive through the Catalan countryside. Simply head south on the AP-7 along the rugged coast and you’ll soon reach this seaside city bursting with culture, gastronomy and personality.

Cadaqués
From Girona-Costa Brava Airport, you can reach the quiet town of Cadaqués on the Mediterranean coast. A quaint fisherman’s village, Cadaqués is famous for being a summer favourite to the likes of Walt Disney and Pablo Picasso. Built by Salvador Dali, the magical Portlligat Museum-House stands as a relic of the eccentric artist’s home life and is well worth a visit. Whitewash buildings, trinket-filled markets and gently bobbing fishing boats, Cadaqués offers plenty to all who visit.