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Car hire East Midlands Airport

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Rental car options at East Midlands Airport

The following car rental companies received the highest ratings in East Midlands Airport. Compare the ratings and prices of these rental companies with a single search.

  • National Car Rental

    8.9 (446)
    From £ 48 / day
  • Alamo

    8.7 (9543)
    From £ 20 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.7 (2160)
    From £ 21 / day
  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.3 (4009)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    8.3 (9003)
    No rates available
  • Budget

    8.2 (10506)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    8.2 (4012)
    No rates available
  • Hertz

    7.8 (7809)
    No rates available
  • Avis

    7.7 (6682)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Easirent

    6.4 (532)
    No rates available
  • Green Motion

    6.1 (2201)
    From £ 22 / day
  • Drivalia

    7.3 (878)
    No rates available
  • Routes

    4.6 (8)
    No rates available

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East Midlands Airport average daily price per month

Car rental location East Midlands Airport

Location information for East Midlands Airport

The 12th busiest airport in Great Britain is East Midlands Airport. Located between the cities of Derby, Nottingham and Leicester, the airport primarily serves passengers from the counties of Staffordshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Each year more than four and a half million people travel through the airport here, many of whom prefer to drive their own car.

Airport Facilities

Visitors can enjoy full sit down meals and snack options within the terminal of East Midlands Airport. Fashion stores, pharmacies and news agencies are other useful shopping options found at the airport. Currency exchange bureaus are located in all sections of the terminal, and comfortable lounges are available for departing passengers.

Car Hire East Midlands Airport

Though taxis are a common way to get from the terminal to the surrounding towns, many visitors opt for car hire in East Midlands Airport. The M1 and M42 motorways are within easy reach of the airport, so driving is a fantastic option. Several well known rental companies are located in the Arrivals Hall of the terminal building.

Driving

Roads throughout the East Midlands region are of very high quality. Therefore, driving from the airport is a convenient way to explore this area of the United Kingdom. The motorways offer excellent connections to many of the major cities around the region, including Derby and Nottingham. Compare car hire online before arriving at the terminal for great savings.

Things To See and Do

The eastern part of Central England is easily discovered by using a car rental in East Midlands Airport. Explore the cathedral city of Lincoln or head to Nottingham, where Robin Hood's legend lives on in Sherwood Forest. Nature lovers should visit the cold east coast, where seals reside at Donna Nook. The Peak District National Park in Derbyshire is a great spot for tourists, too.

Best Time To Visit

The East Midlands area is best to visit during the warmer months of the year. These include the months of May, June, July and August. A mild 20°C awaits tourists to the city during the summer. The winter months of November to February consistently drop below 10°C so travelling during this time can be restrictive for outdoor pursuits.

Practical information

  • Currency
    British pound
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    48 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    96 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Economy

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