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Zaragoza is located in northeastern Spain and is the capital of the Aragon region. Sitting on the banks of the Ebro River, this inland Spanish city is rich in culture, folklore and some of Spain’s most impressive buildings, such as Aljafería Palace and La Seo Cathedral.
Zaragoza has also been regarded as a leading Spanish city when it comes to putting Spain forward for numerous awards. In the last 16 years, it has hosted both a World Fair on water and sustainable development, as well as being nominated for European Capital of Culture. Zaragoza is one of the most interesting places in Spain to visit.
Zaragoza Airport is situated just 16km west of the city of Zaragoza, meaning there is easy access to the city from the airport – something which many international airports actually lack.
While the airport does also serve as a passenger airport, it is primarily a cargo operations hub, based on the transport of global and national goods around Aragon, and other Spanish (and international) regions.
However, this is not to say that you are limited when it comes to car hire in Zaragoza Airport. There are car hire companies which operate from Zaragoza Airport, and the city itself has good road links to other nearby Spanish cities, as well as the Andorran border which is only 300km (186 miles) from the airport.
Furthermore, the roads that link Zaragoza Airport to other Spanish cities are all motorways, making the drive easy to follow either from a map or a sat-nav, and the roads are also of good quality, making it a smooth journey, regardless of what type of car you hire at Zaragoza Airport.
For example, Barcelona is located 270km (170 miles) to the east, while Madrid is located 262km (162 miles) southwest – this makes Zaragoza Airport a good destination to hire a car from if you are planning on visiting other major Spanish cities and exploring the country by car.
Due to its central location in northeastern Spain, Zaragoza has good transport links to other major Spanish cities and is surrounded by good roads such as dual carriageways and motorways, meaning it is simple to drive around.
While the streets inside Zaragoza can sometimes become congested, driving is generally safe and sound around the outskirts of the city.
In addition, since January 2023, Zaragoza has implemented a low-emission zone, meaning that drivers have to meet certain regulations in order to drive in the city. This is an effort to become more green and reduce pollution from cars inside the city. Drivers require a DGT (Distintivo Ambiental), which states that their car is allowed to drive in the low-emission zone. If you are unsure if you qualify for a DGT (usually issued in the form of a sticker, much like the old road tax discs in the UK), then ask your hire car provider at Zaragoza Airport.
If you are not planning on doing any city centre driving within Zaragoza, then you will not need one, but if you are, make sure that you have one beforehand.
As with many major cities, rush hour traffic can make driving quite difficult and slow. If you can avoid driving in the city from 07:00 – 09:00 and 15:00 – 19:00, you should be fine. Here are a few more driving tips for when you hire a car in Zaragoza:
As mentioned earlier, there is lots to do within Zaragoza from a cultural point of view – visiting the city’s numerous museums, walking the streets and trying out some authentic Spanish food, or simply topping up your tan while enjoying a nice coffee outside.
With a hire car, you can explore some of the local regions around Zaragoza and near Zaragoza Airport.
Many nearby cities can be reached within a few hours’ drive from Zaragoza Airport, such as Barcelona, Madrid, Villareal and Bilbao, while Andorra can easily be reached for a day out in a different country, which is always a good experience.
If you are planning on doing several day trips, hiring a car from Zaragoza Airport is a good idea, as it lets you explore the northern regions of Spain very easily – with motorway access to nearby towns and cities, the drive will feel quicker as well as be much easier to navigate – regardless if you are using a local app, a sat-nav or an old-school road atlas.
H3 Range of Car Hire Suppliers at Zaragoza Airport
Because it is largely a commercial airport rather than a passenger airport, there is only one car hire supplier at Zaragoza Airport: Enterprise. Enterprise is a world-famous name in the car hire industry and here at Holiday Cars we only work with the very best suppliers.
Despite the fact there is only one car hire supplier at Zaragoza Airport, there are still a range of different cars to choose from, ranging from small cars to passenger vans. We will list some of the best you can choose from below:
The Ford Focus is a perfect car for couples who wish to get from A to B. Ideal for city driving as well as motorway cruising, the Ford Focus is the optimal choice for a small yet effective car.
This Spanish-designed car is perfect for exploring northeastern Spain. Slightly larger than the Ford Focus, this is a good choice for families or those who simply want a larger hire car.
This SUV is a good choice for those who like being seated higher up when driving, and despite its larger size, is still comfortable enough to drive within a city, as well as on the larger roads and motorways which surround Zaragoza.
This passenger van is useful for those planning on driving longer distances – the extra boot space will also be welcome for families who carry a lot of bags and suitcases.
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