Situated off the North West coast of Africa, the Canary Islands are a Spanish autonomous community and include, amongst others, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro. Extremely popular with tourists due in large part to the year round ambient temperatures and stunning beaches, there is an abundance of low cost car hire choice throughout the Canary Islands Airports.

The three most popular of the Canary Islands are Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote which attract a reputed 12 million tourists every year. Tenerife is split into the north and south islands, both of which boast their own airport. In fact, not surprisingly, thanks to their popularity, all of the major islands have their own airport, including the smaller islands of La Gomera and El Hierro.

Tenerife South Island Airport is the larger and more popular of the two islands airports, with a huge passenger throughput built up since its opening in the 1970’s. With a good range of international flights, it’s no surprise that Tenerife South Airport offers a comprehensive range of car hire options. That said, you’d be well advised to select and book your chosen low cost car hire online before you land to avoid any disappointment or unnecessary hassle. Once you’ve picked up your low cost hire car, you’ll be perfectly placed to get to know the well and not so well known treasures of this popular island.

Gran Canaria Airport, which is often called Las Palmas airport is the 5th biggest in Spain and handles about 10 million passengers a year. Located in the east of the island, it’s the ideal spot to pick up your low cost hire car and head off to explore the major sites on the island. Well known for its Las Maspalomas sand dunes, you mustn’t miss the opportunity to take a camel ride during your visit, alternatively if you’re a water-front fan, then take your hire car down to Puerto de Mogan marina to do some people watching. For families, there’s The Holiday World theme park and the Crocodile Park in Villa de Aguimes. Gran Canaria really is a holiday destination with something to offer everyone.

Lanzarote, the third of the three most popular islands draws tourists from all over Europe to enjoy its beaches, bustling towns and sleepy villages. Pick up your low cost hire car at Lanzarote Airport, which is located between Puerto del Carmen and Arrecife and take off to explore the popular haunts of Puerto Calero, which is only 10km away or Costa Teguise which is only 20 minutes away. The choice is yours.

No matter which Canary Island Airport you choose your low cost car hire options are well catered for and easily arranged online before you travel.