Menorca car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Menorca
The best car rental companies in Menorca are Sixt, Betacar, Avis. Prices start from €28/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 11%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Menorca
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€31/day
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€33/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€30/day
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#4
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€27/day
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#5
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€29/day
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#6
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
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#7
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€32/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€34/day
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#9
Betacar
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€25/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Menorca
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €28 | Fiat Panda | 4 |
| Compact | €34 | Opel Corsa | 4 |
| SUV | €50 | Dacia Duster | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €66 | Citroën Berlingo | 7 |
| Luxury | €95 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Menorca
Airport — Menorca Airport (MAH)
Menorca Airport sits about 5km from Mahón (Maó), and picking up a car right at the terminal is standard since the island has no train and buses run infrequently between resorts.
Downtown — Mahón / Ciutadella
Local desks in Mahón and Ciutadella serve visitors on resort packages who only want a car for exploring the coves and Ciutadella's old town on a couple of days.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~11% of base rate | MAH airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €12–25/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–10/day | Per extra driver |
| Unpaved-track waiver | €5–8/day | Recommended for reaching remote coves |
| High-season surge | +30–50% on base rates | July–August |
| Refundable deposit | €200–450 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Menorca
- Menorca is much quieter than Ibiza or Mallorca, with a 40km/h general speed limit on many rural roads and virtually no nightlife-driven traffic.
- The island's spine road, the Me-1, connects Mahón and Ciutadella in about 45 minutes, but many of the best calas (coves) are reached via unpaved tracks off the main road.
- Menorca is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and several protected coastal roads restrict vehicle access in peak summer — some coves like Cavalleria require parking and a short walk.
- Ciutadella's old town has narrow one-way streets largely closed to non-resident traffic — most visitors park just outside the historic center and walk in.
- Menorca Airport is only 5km from Mahón, making airport pickup the default choice since the island has no rail link and inter-town buses are infrequent outside peak hours.
- Renting a car is the only realistic way to reach Menorca's prehistoric talayotic sites, like Naveta d'Es Tudons, which sit well outside town centers with no public transport access.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Menorca
Do you need a car in Menorca?
Yes, for most visitors. Public transport between resorts and the island's many coves is limited, and a car is the standard way to see Menorca's beaches and historic sites beyond your base town.
Can I drive to all of Menorca's beaches?
Most are reachable by paved road, but many of the best-known calas require the last stretch on unpaved tracks. A compact car with some ground clearance handles these better than a low sedan.
Is Menorca busier to drive than Ibiza or Mallorca?
No — Menorca has noticeably less traffic and a slower pace. Rural roads carry a 40km/h limit and there's little of the nightlife-driven congestion found on Ibiza.
Where do you park in Ciutadella old town?
The historic center's narrow streets are largely closed to non-resident traffic. Park in the public lots just outside the old town and walk in, typically a 5–10 minute walk.
Should I rent at Menorca airport or in Mahón?
Renting at the airport is easiest — it's only about 5km from Mahón, and the island has no train, so most visitors want a car from the moment they land.
When should I book a rental car for Menorca in summer?
Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July or August. Prices rise 30–50% in peak season and availability on smaller economy cars tightens first.
What is the cheapest car type in Menorca?
Economy cars like a Fiat Panda start around €28/day. For families, a 7-seat minivan like a Citroën Berlingo starts around €66/day.
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