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Santander Seve Ballesteros Airport (SDR) Car Hire

Santander Seve Ballesteros Airport (SDR)

Location Details

Aeropuerto De Parayas
Santander, ES, 39600

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+34 942 25 11 44
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Hiring a car at Santander Seve Ballesteros Airport (SDR)

Santander Airport is around three miles from Santander's centre, and hiring a car to get you to the city and beyond is easy with Enterprise Rent-A-Car at the airport. Once you've picked up your hire vehicle, the S-10 route is close by and you'll enjoy a swift drive into this attractive seaside city or even further afield into Northern Spain. In Santander itself, there are beautiful outdoor spaces, many shopping opportunities and sandy beaches. Visit the Peninsula of Magdalena, an area of natural beauty with lovely parkland and incredible views out to sea. You'll also find interesting historical maritime information and you may see penguins and seals. Nearby, visit the luxury beach at Sardinero, an area that boasts some of Spain's most elegant resorts. Visit the Palacio Real de La Magdalena, a stunning hillside palace with a park and incredible sea views. The easiest way to get there from the city centre is to drive the coastal road towards the Bay of Biscay. For a spot of education, visit the Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria in the city, which takes you through prehistory to Roman times and has English guides.

Cheap car hire in Santander Airport

If you are looking for cheap car hire in Santander Airport then you are in the right place. Have a browse through what our branch pages have to offer. From economy cars to premium cars we can provide exactly what you are looking for. Whether you are looking for short term or long term rental Enterprise can provide it.


Santander Airport has many sights to visit and things to explore which why having a car is the best way to make sure you see all the best bits Santander Airport has to offer. Start your journey with Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

One way car-hire

Are you looking for one-way car hire? Enterprise Rent-A-Car has exactly what you are looking for! You can choose from a wide range of vehicles which include economy, SUVs and people carriers. This great service provided is great if you are planning a road trip across the city or even country or even when moving house and you want to save yourself time and stress. Book today with Enterprise!

Free pick up services

Do you need to get picked up? No problem at all, Enterprise offers a free pick up service during normal business hours. Pick-ups are done by the first non-airport location within 10 miles of your location. Once you have been picked up and you are back at the office, a Enterprise rental representative will complete your paper work and have you on the road in no time so you can start your holiday. To book this service and schedule your pick up time please call you local rental office directly.

Why hire with Enterprise?

Enterprise offers car hire worldwide and with numerous branch locations it has never been this convenient. Whether it's for holiday, a business trip or to move goods, Enterprise can accommodate your needs. Offering short and long term hire, look no further. Receive the best customer service for a great price and book with Enterprise Rent-A-Car today.

Rental Policies

The price per additional driver will be EUR 6,61 plus VAT Per day, with a maximum charge of EUR 52,89 plus VAT. Maximum 3 additional drivers per rental. See Age Requirements for restrictions on car groups.

Please park the vehicle on the street, near Enterprise Rent-A-Car facilities. Lock the vehicle and leave the keys in the drop-box located on our office in the Airport Terminal, Arrival Hall. You may not get into the terminal from 2330.

Minimum rental age is 21 years for all car groups, except SKMD 6, FKMD 7, PKMD 8, PDMR J, LVMR M, FVMR V, IFMR W, ITMR Y, FFMR Z, for which the driver must be at least 25 years old. A young driver fee of 7.85 EUR plus VAT per day with a maximum fee of 78.50 EUR plus vat per rental will be applicable to drivers between 21 to 24 years of age. There is no maximum age limit subject to the driving license expiration and license requirements. For rentals in the Canary Islands, drivers must be at least 22 years old and have a minimum 2 year issue date of drivers license for all car groups.

CDW and TP insurance. Collision Damage Waiver reduces the amount of the renters damage responsibility to the sum of the deductible. If CDW is declined, then the renter may be liable for the whole value of the damage or loss. CDW is optional if not included in the rates

Domestic one ways are available for all locations within continental Spain for consumer and tour bookings. Cost is available upon booking for all cars. There is no minimum length of rental. Domestic one way rentals within the same city are free of charge. Domestic one way rentals are not allowed between Island and Mainland or vice versa or among islands. Domestic one way rentals are allowed between locations on the same island in the Canary Islands. International one way rentals are not allowed.

Excess Protection is an optional coverage that allows the renter to reduce their excess responsibility. The price of EXS varies by vehicle size. . 14.50 Euro per day for economy-compact-standard- intermediate reducing excess to 0 Euro. . 27.50 Euro per day for premium-van reducing excess to 0 Euro.

To comply with the Enterprise standard fuel policy the vehicle should be returned with a level of fuel equal to the amount provided at the start of the rental. Optional fuel products are available at participating locations.

*** Third party insurance *** third party liability insurance *tpl* is mandatory and covers the driver and the owner for third party claims against him/her for damage caused by the hire vehicle. Tpl is included in the rate. Cover is limited to 135 million euros. *** theft protection *** theft protection *tp* is optional and reduces the drivers responsibility for loss or damage to the car following theft or attempted theft and must be purchased at the time of rental. Tp cannot be covered by renters credit cards under any circumstances. Excess without tp - full value of the rental vehicle.

Vehicles are permitted to be driven into Portugal, Andorra and Gibraltar with no outside Spain insurance required. Vehicles are also permitted to be driven into Austria, Germany, Belgium, France, Netherlands, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco and Switzerland, no other countries are permitted, but OUTSIDE SPAIN INSURANCE must be purchased. The costs of OUTSIDE SPAIN INSURANCE will be 45,45 EUR, and this is purchased at the counter. Customer MUST advise the car will be driven out of Spain at the point of contract, in any case.

The following major credit cards are accepted in Spain, visa, MasterCard, American express and diners. Visa and MasterCard debit cards are accepted. Additional requirements may apply. Cash payments, travelers cheques and euro cheques are not accepted. An international valid credit card is always required for the deposit of which will be held on the credit card until the vehicle is returned. A deposit of up to 1200 EUR- varies by vehicle group and the method of payment- will be taken at the time of the rental.

License requirements - renters with non roman script licenses as well as licenses from all countries outside the EU must have an international license and their own license from their country of domicile. All drivers must have held a full license for a minimum of one year. All drivers will be required to show their driving license and valid passport as a general rule. An id card can be used if it is written in roman characters and can be used only for countries within the EU. Spanish law now states that all rental cars must have a copy of the rental agreement within valid rental dates. If requested by police or guardia civil the renter must show the valid rental agreement. If this is out of date the renter will be subject to a fine of 1001.00 Eur. Any possible rental extension must be processed at our rental locations by the customer in person. It cannot be processed by phone or email etc. While the vehicle is registered in Enterprise records if a record of the rental extension is not carried inside the car the authorities will issue a fine. This penalty cannot be removed by showing documents after the fine is applied.

Santander Seve Ballesteros Airport (SDR) Car Hire FAQs

The cost of a rental car depends on many factors and can vary greatly. These factors include:

  • The length of time you are renting the car
  • Car class selected
  • Rental location
  • Added insurance or protection products
  • Additional products selected
  • If you have to modify your reservation
  • If you have to extend your reservation
  • If you have to change your rental drop-off location

For the most accurate pricing, start a reservation.

To rent a car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car in the United States and Canada, you will need the following:

  • To be 25 years old 
  • A valid driving licence with a photo
  • A photo ID (for example: a driving licence or passport)
  • Credit or debit card (check the acceptable forms of payment at the location you're renting from)

Some locations may require additional information, including but not limited to: 

  • An International Driving Permit (IDP): If the licence is written in a language or characters different from those of the country of rental, an IDP is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licences from countries that are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation.
  • Return travel and accommodation information: Visitors to the UK must also provide proof of return travel and accommodation information while in the UK. 

As a customer, you have a choice as to how you would like to pay for fuel.

Fuel policy at non-airport locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • A full tank of fuel is not guaranteed.

Fuel policy at airport car rental locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • You may opt to pre-pay for fuel — pre-pay gives you two conveniences:
    • You can avoid the hassle of having to fuel up the vehicle before returning.
    • The pre-pay fuel option is calculated at the local rate of fuel minus a per gallon discount.

Note: Pre-paid fuel is only sold in full tanks at the discounted price per gallon and is not refundable. Local fuel rates will vary by the area you are renting a vehicle.

For additional questions, please visit our main car rental FAQs page.