El Médano car hires from £7/day

On average a car hire in El Médano costs £18 per day.

Car hire companies onsite at Tenerife-Sur airport include Budget, Turisprime, Go By Car and keddy by Europcar.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Tenerife-Sur airport to off-airport locations include Budget, TopCar, Canarias, keddy by Europcar, Cicar, ORLANDO, Sixt and Hertz.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

A Medium car hire in El Médano costs £21 per day, on average.

Most car hire providers in El Médano offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in El Médano, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

The type of car you choose to hire in El Médano depends mostly on your needs, but a smaller compact model is easier to navigate along the narrow roads in the centre of town. They're also lighter on fuel and easier to find parking for. If you're travelling with a large group, consider hiring multiple cars in El Médano rather than getting a big vehicle. For those planning on touring the island and driving long distances, SUVs are a top choice. Consider getting an automatic hired car to save on fuel.

The speed limits in El Médano are like anywhere else on the island, and they'll depend on the kind of road you're travelling on. When you're inside the town or other built-up areas, the limit will vary between 40 km/h and 60 km/h. On the roads on the outskirts, you'll be limited to speeds between 80 km/h and 100 km/h. The major motorways and highways have a higher speed limit and tend to be between 110 km/h and 120 km/h.

Most of the parking within the town walls is free on-street parking. there aren't always dedicated parking spaces, but locals tend to park wherever they can. If you're travelling to the beaches or nearby attractions, there will always be parking spaces available. These will either be dedicated car parks or on-street parking. Few of these charge you for entry but there may be guards looking after the cars.