The major international car rental companies have offices in most Andalucian cities and at the major airports such as Malaga Airport. However, the smaller local car rental companies tend to be less expensive.
It’s advisable to reserve a rental car online before arriving, particularly during peak periods. On arrival follow the instructions in your rental confirmation. Either go to the car hire company desk at the airport terminal or meet the company representative in the arrivals hall. He or she will be holding a notice board with your name on it.
More visitors rent cars in Spain than in any other European country and a hefty percentage of these are in Andalucía. Car rental in southern Spain is the most economic in Europe due to the volume and strong competition.