East Midlands Airport Car Hire Prices

Complete our 30 second form to get prices on some of the latest car hire prices when arriving at East Midlands Airport.

East Midlands Airport Car Hire Deals

If you’re looking for the best prices on getting car rental when arriving at East Midlands airport, give our 30-second form a go to reveal some of the best rates in the area. All will be sent to your inbox from reputable companies based in and around the area close by East Midlands Airport.

There is a huge range of vehicles available from superminis such as the Toyota Aygo, to everyday cars such as the Volkswagen Golf or BMW 1 Series, up to large SUV’s such as the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE.

It’s really simple to find the best car rental services at East Midlands Airport, with terminal pickup or collect your car from the car rental centre. For rental requirements of 1-month or 3-months or more, we can send details on car subscription services with delivery to your home or office.

Reputable Car Rental Companies based at East Midlands Airport

Discover more car rental companies that serve East Midlands Airport and the surrounding areas of Derby, Nottingham and Leicester. We display car rental places of Avis, Enterprise, Europcar and Alamo, as well as smaller independent car hire firms such as Cocoon Vehicles, Greenmotion and Sixt. Small cars to luxury cars available from 1 day to 12 months. If you need a long-term car hire for 1-month or longer, or you need to subscribe to a car for 3-months plus, we can put you in touch with excellent car subscription providers in the area such as Cocoon Vehicles, Flexigo and Sixt+. Subscriptions offer a cost-effective solution to those looking for long-term car rental over the same period of time.

Volkswagen Golf Hatchback

Volkswagen Golf

Mercedes-Benz A Class Hatchback

Mercedes-Benz A Class

BMW 3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series

Tops Tips for Hiring a Car at East Midlands Airport

Before You Book

Before you book any car rental at East Midlands Airport it is important to do your research. Always look at reviews on sites such as Google, Trustpilot or Feefo, read both positive and negative reviews (just remember most people will leave reviews when they want to complain).

Choose a car based on your personal needs, if you have 2 kids and 3 suitcases, don’t take a supermini as upgrading at the airport can prove expensive. Make sure your the mileage included will cover your journeys, not all car hire firms offer unlimited mileage and excess mileage can prove expensive.

Car rental insurance can be a headache, most are okay with the basic cover and some major credit cards such as Amercian Express Platinum cards can cover any damage recharges.

When you collect your car hire

Before plan ahead and know what to expect when collecting your car from East Midlands Airport, most firms will send you an email with instructions on where to collect your vehicle from and top tips for during your rental. Some of the rental firms are off-site and may require an airport shuttle and may not be on the grounds of East Midlands Airport.

When you collect your car, make sure you have the required documents. Most will ask for your current driving licence and a major credit card for the security deposit, but some may also ask for your passport. Whilst debit cards can be used for your deposit, it will hold the amount decreasing your available balance, when the car is returned, it can take up to 10 days to show on your account.

Always go over the car in detail, use your smartphone to take plenty of photos or videos. Make sure you take photos of the front, side and rear of the car, all the wheels and tyres, front and rear valance and the roof.

Even if the light isn’t good, take photos and a video.

You will usually have to sign a vehicle condition report (VCR) accepting the current damage on the vehicle.

While your renting your car

Look after the car as though it is your own, any damage on the vehicle whilst on hire may be charged to you and you are liable. Most damage caused on hire cars might not be by yourself. Car Park Dings or people walking past are very common so park your car out of the way.

Make sure you know the speed limits, road rules and any parking restrictions to avoid fines or charges. Most hire and car subscription firms will charge an administration fee for processing these.

When you return your rental car

When you return your car, complete a vehicle check like you did at the point of collection. Take plenty of photos and videos of the vehicle and make sure that when you sign the VCR, you’re not signing for any additional damage.

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How to see prices
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  3. Start Date & Time
  4. End Date & Time
  5. Vehicle Size
  6. Transmission Required
  7. Fuel Type Required
  8. Car Seats Required
  9. Drivers Age
The system, where possible, will then generate prices from our car hire provider feeds, to enquire further about the vehicle just complete your contact details and the provider will provide you with a definitive quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the most requested questions we receive about renting a car from East Midlands Airport:
Is it easy to drive in the East Midlands area?

Yes, the road network is excellent in and around East Midlands Airport. There are some major roads such as the M1 (Leeds to London), M42 (East Midlands to Birmingham) and the M6 (Leicester to Carlisle), but getting around is easy. Roads can be tight when heading into areas such as the Peak District or the Yorkshire Dales, but just take your time, most drivers ar polite and kind.

Cities such as Derby, Leicester and Nottingham can get congested during peak times. Drivers, in particular taxi drivers will close gaps, so again, just hold back, let them through and carry on with your journey.

It all depends on where you will be visiting. Derby, Nottingham, Leicester and the Suburbs have excellent public transport including buses, trains and trams (in Nottingham). But for further to reach places, like places in the Peak District, a. car is recommended.

Yes, there are a number of companies who specialise in long-term car rental (car subscriptions) which can be taken for 1-month plus, with better prices when you commit to 3 or 6-months. Some of these companies work with major employees in the area including Alstrom, Rolls-Royce, Toyota, Severn Trent and Siemens.

If you are looking at taking a car for 1-month or more, have a serious consideration to utilising a car subscription provider such as Cocoon Vehicles (Based in Derby), Flexigo Cars or Sixt+ (Nottingham Train Station), these all offer a fantastic service with one payment  that covers all of the essential motoring requirements, without breaking the bank.

Yes there are a number of companies locally to East Midlands Airport that offer Car Subscription services, these include:

  • Cocoon Vehicles
  • Flexigo Cars
  • Sixt+
  • Greenmotion

Car Hire Companies at East Midlands Airport

Car Rental Companies at East Midlands Airport

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Enterprise Car Hire at East Midlands Airport

  • East Midlands Airport
    Castle Donington
    Derby
    DE74 2SA
  • 01332 812828
  • Enterprise EMA Website
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Avis Car Hire at East Midlands Airport

  • Ambassador Road Car Rental Park
    East Midlands Airport
    Castle Donington
    Derby
    DE74 2SA
  • 0330 551 0944
  • Avis EMA Website
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Alamo Car Hire at East Midlands Airport

  • East Midlands Airport
    Castle Donington
    Derby
    DE74 2SA
  • 01332 812828
  • Alamo EMA Website
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National Car Hire at East Midlands Airport

  • East Midlands Airport
    Castle Donington
    Derby
    DE74 2SA
  • 01332 812828
  • National Car Hire EMA Website
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Car Rental Companies Near East Midlands Airport

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Green Motion Car Hire near East Midlands Airport

  • Hilton Hotel
    Main Lobby
    Hilton Hotel LaneDerby
    DE74 2YZ
  • 01332 220770
  • Green Motion Car Hire EMA Website
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Sixt Car Hire near Nottingham Train Station

  • Nottingham Train Station
    Unit 6 Carrington Street
    Nottingham
    NottinghamshireNG2 3AQ
  • 020 7018 8246
  • Sixt Car Hire Nottingham Website
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Car Subscription Companies Near East Midlands Airport

Cocoon Vehicles Car Subscriptions

Cocoon Vehicles

  • First Floor Suite 1.01a
    62 King Street
    Belper
    Derbyshire
    DE56 1PZ
  • 01332 290173
  • Cocoon Vehicles Website
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Flexigo Car Subscriptions in the UK

Flexigo Cars

  • First Floor Suite 1.01a
    62 King Street
    Belper
    Derbyshire
    DE56 1PZ
  • 0330 330 9425
  • Flexigo Website
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