Car hire Murcia Airport

Murcia Airport, or San Javier Airport as it is also known, is a facility that serves the city of Murcia and beach resorts on the Costa Calida shores of southeast Spain. Although it is slated for closure in the not too distant future it is still very busy and is a hub for charter and budget airlines with flights from locations including London and Manchester. Car rental in Murcia Airport is the most comfortable transport option after arrival.

Airport Facilities

The recently revamped passenger terminal at the airport features great facilities. There are several sales outlets where visitors can buy articles such as souvenirs, local products and confectionary. Restaurants, a sandwich bar, a bank and a children's play area are the other onsite facilities. A 500-vehicle car park is a one- minute walk from the terminal.

Car Hire Murcia Airport

Arriving passengers can take a taxi to their final destination, yet self-drive rental vehicles are a much more convenient option. The airport is beside the Mar Menor inland lake, a prime spot for onward travel by road. Several local companies maintain desks in the terminal and global suppliers including National and Avis also offer service. Visitors should compare car hire to reveal preferential rates from all suppliers.

Driving

The city of Murcia is 45kms inland from the airport. Holidaymakers staying in the city can explore its sights on foot, but anywhere else in the region is more easily reached using car hire in Murcia Airport as rural public transport options are limited. Motorways and roads in the region are in good repair and are only challenging in mountainous areas, with routes well signed.

Things To See and Do

The airport's prime coastal position is great for driving to spa resorts and golf courses as well as the many beaches dotted along the coast, including the serene Bano de las Mujeres. Caravaca de la Cruz, on the opposite side of Murcia, is one of several historic towns in the vicinity. It features Renaissance architecture, museums and a medieval castle on a hilltop above it.

Best Time To Visit

Murcia has a moderate climate with little annual rainfall. People who relish hot weather will enjoy July and August when the thermometer is consistently above 35°C. Visitors who prefer cooler weather, and fewer other holidaymakers, will find late spring or autumn more agreeable.