Car hire in Santander Airport: the best deals
Cheap car hire in Santander Airport
Are you visiting Cantabria and arriving by plane? Car hire at Santander Airport is the fastest and most convenient way to start your trip. As soon as you land, you can pick up your vehicle and reach the city centre in just 15 minutes, without relying on buses or taxis.
Located just 5 km from the city centre, Seve Ballesteros Airport (SDR) is a strategic point to start exploring the Cantabrian coast, its charming villages or the mountainous interior.
Advantages of renting a car at the airport
Picking up a rental car at Santander airport allows you to move at your own pace from the very first moment. Some of the most outstanding advantages are:
Immediate delivery without transfers
Wide range of vehicles: from compact cars to SUVs or family cars.
Schedules adapted to flights
Options with fully comprehensive insurance or without excess
If you are looking for cheap car hire in Santander, at Pepecar we offer you very competitive prices, allowing you to compare car hire models and agencies. In addition, with the presence of several car hire companies at Santander airport, you will find all types of vehicles according to your needs: city cars, saloon cars or even vans for groups.
With your hire car you can visit places such as Santillana del Mar, Comillas, Laredo or the Picos de Europa. They are all less than an hour from the airport. That's why renting a car in Santander is the best option if you want freedom and to make the most of your stay.
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Featured suppliers at Santander Airport
Clickrent
€6.93
Goldcar
€9.18
OK Mobility
€12.61
Flizzr
€16.39
Budget
€19.57
Keddy By Europcar
€21.37
Dollar
€22.13
Sixt
€23.03
Avis
€23.74
Europcar
€24.35
Hertz
€24.45
Alamo
€25.25
United Rent a Car
€26.20
Mex
€26.30
Flexways
€26.59
Cactus
€26.85
Enterprise
€26.98
Chilean Rent a Car
€29.08
America Car Rental
€29.20
Rentacar Argentina
€30.56
Localiza
€31.66
Millet
€39.09
Econorent
€40.60
ACE Rent A Car
€45.27
Fit Car Rental
€50.46
Greenmotion
€56.66
Thrifty
€63.38
Europcar Tattersall
€69.19
National
€83.27
Goldcar
£12.91
Clickrent
£14.34
OK Mobility
£15.69
Keddy By Europcar
£18.67
Budget
£19.86
Dollar
£21.56
Europcar
£21.85
Avis
£22.36
Flizzr
£23.84
Hertz
£23.94
Sixt
£24.18
Enterprise
£25.42
Alamo
£26.16
Frequently asked questions about car rental at Santander Airport
Can I find a flexible car rental or cancel after booking a car at Santander Airport?
With Pepecar you can cancel your booking for free 48h before pick-up at any location.
What documentation will I need to rent a car in Santander Airport?
In order to rent a car in Santander Airport with Pepecar you only need 3 things: a credit card, a valid driving licence in Spain and a valid ID in Spain, all of them in the name of the main driver. And that's it, you just need to enjoy your rental car!
I have small children, is it possible to rent child seats for my rental car at Santander Airport?
Yes, you have the option to add it as an extra on your car hire at Santander Airport and see the cost during the booking process! However, it is subject to availability and you will pay for it at the pick-up point.
What type of vehicles can I rent in Santander Airport?
At Pepecar we have a wide variety of cars for hire in Santander Airport, from utility cars to SUVs for the whole family. You can choose the one that best suits your needs and pick it up at one of our collaborators' offices.
Where do I pick up my rental car at Santander Airport?
You can pick up your rental car at Santander Airport at any of our partners' offices.
What to do if I have a problem with my rental car in Santander Airport?
If you have a problem with your rental car at Santander Airport, you should follow the instructions provided by the partner rental agency. In general, you should call the roadside assistance number provided for immediate assistance. You may also need to inform the police in case of an accident and complete an accident report to submit to the rental partner.
Customer reviews about car hire at Santander Airport
Daniel Luis Marcelo Montiel
21-09-2025
Unfriendly, unclear page
MARIA FABREGA TRUEBA
22-09-2025
It was fast, efficient and smooth.
Martín Alcalde
23-09-2025
The rental offer was correct but I had to cancel and hire again because he didn't ask me about my residence and put a wrong one and it cost me a lot of money to change it. It did not give me the option to put additional drivers.
nrh
24-09-2025
good prices, fast and efficient
Marc de Berlín
24-09-2025
Successful transparent process
Maria Teresa Suarez Martin
25-09-2025
Everything went as agreed. Fast delivery and collection of the vehicle
Manuel Garcia del Aguila
26-09-2025
Everything was very pleasant and simple, great professionalism, and the detail of taking us to their facilities from the airport to pick up the car.
Jose Antonio Navarro
27-09-2025
Very Efficient
juan campano lecuona
27-09-2025
Simple and quick
Mar Machin Sanz
28-09-2025
It's always as it is, they don't have small print, but you have to read the small print of the Renta Car companies (franchises, limited km, coverage, etc.). I have rented through them for several years and everything is ok.
José Antonio Navarro Martin
28-09-2025
I can book very well
Felipe Manuel Delgado
28-09-2025
Particularly fast booking process
Fernando Portals Castineira
30-09-2025
Easy and quick comparison of prices and availability.
Claudio Maurino
01-10-2025
Easy, quick and cheap
Mr Willem Jumelet
05-10-2025
Snelle reactie. Verscheidene offertes. Good prices.... Reports are also available in English in as many Dutch...
Jose Lago Fernandez
07-10-2025
It is very simple and quick
What to see with your hire car from Santander Airport?
As soon as you land, having your hire car at Santander Airport allows you to start your route without waiting. From the terminal, you can access some of the most emblematic places in Cantabria in a matter of minutes. Here are some ideal getaways to enjoy from the very first moment:
- Santander (15 minutes by rental car from Santander Airport): easily explore places such as the Sardinero Beach, the Magdalena Palace, the Botín Centre or the historic quarter. There are several car parks near the seafront for your convenience.
- Santillana del Mar (approx. 30 minutes): one of the most charming villages in Spain. Cobbled streets, traditional architecture and the Altamira Museum await you in this jewel of Cantabrian heritage.
- Comillas (45 minutes approx.): known for Gaudí's Capricho, its small palaces and quiet beaches. A perfect excursion for those in search of art and sea.
- Laredo (approx. 50 minutes with your hire car from Santander airport): ideal for a day of sun and beach. Its extensive sandy beaches and old fishermen's quarter make it an essential stop.
Routes through the north in a hire car from Santander Airport
If you have more time, you can extend your trip and discover other destinations in the north without complications. From the airport, you can easily reach:
- Bilbao, in about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Cangas de Onís(Asturias), Potes and the Picos de Europa, in less than 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Thanks to your hire car from Santander Airport, organising your trip will be much easier. Avoid crowds, set your own pace and discover unique places beyond the usual tourist circuits.
With all these advantages, renting a car at Santander Airport with Pepecar is the most practical and intelligent way to travel around Cantabria and the north of Spain with complete freedom, without queues or unnecessary transfers.