Rent a Car in Downtown Lanzarote

Puerto del Carmen is Lanzarote's most popular tourist resort and an excellent place to pick up your rental car with four rental companies to choose from. From here, it's only 15 km to the capital Arrecife and 45 km to Timanfaya National Park. With a car, you can easily reach all the island's attractions without relying on expensive taxi rides.

Puerto del Carmen stretches along a 5 km sandy strip and is known for its lively restaurants along Avenida de las Playas. The old port, Puerto Viejo, offers a more authentic atmosphere with fish restaurants just a couple of minutes from the center. Drive early in the morning to Timanfaya to avoid crowds – the park opens at 09:00 and takes about 45 minutes to drive to.

Visit Jameos del Agua, a unique cave complex 20 km to the north along LZ-1. Refuel your car in Puerto del Carmen – fuel prices on Lanzarote are lower than on the mainland. How far is it from Puerto del Carmen to the airport?

Lanzarote Airport ACE is approximately 8 km from Puerto del Carmen, a journey of about 10–12 minutes via LZ-2. Can I pick up the car at my hotel in Puerto del Carmen? Several rental companies offer delivery to hotels in Puerto del Carmen for an additional fee – ask when you book.

Do I need all-wheel drive on Lanzarote? No, most roads on Lanzarote are paved and a standard passenger car is excellent for exploring the island.

We compare prices from all major providers at Lanzarote Puerto del Carmen 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.