BIA Airport Car Rental — Corsica Bastia Airport

Bastia-Poretta Airport (BIA) is northern Corsica's main entry point and offers 13 car rental companies in the arrivals hall. You land right in the Corsican landscape, ready to explore the island by car immediately after landing. The selection of rental companies makes BIA one of Corsica's best places to rent a car.

The airport is located in Lucciana, 24 km south of Bastia city center (about 25 min via N193). Moriani-Plage with its sandy beaches is reached in 20 minutes to the south, and the mountain town Corte with its impressive citadel is 70 km inland. Choose a compact car with good ground clearance if you plan to drive Corsica's narrow mountain roads – they can be challenging for larger vehicles.

Book a car online before departure to secure the best price among the 13 rental companies at BIA. Check if the rental company allows driving on gravel roads, which may be necessary to reach remote beaches like Saleccia. Which car rental companies are at Bastia Airport?

BIA has, among others, Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Budget, Sixt and several local operators – a total of 13 companies with desks in the arrivals hall. How long does it take to drive from BIA to Bonifacio in the south? It's about 170 km and takes approximately 2.5–3 hours via N198 along Corsica's east coast.

Can I take the rental car on the ferry from Corsica to the mainland? No, most rental companies forbid this. You must return the car to Corsica and rent a new one on the mainland if needed.

We compare prices from all major providers at Corsica Bastia Airport so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.