Hiring a Car in Corralejo, Fuerteventura
If you're staying in the north of the island, car hire in Corralejo is often more convenient than picking up at the airport: agencies cluster in the town centre, a short walk from the hotels, and there's even a desk right at the harbour for ferry arrivals from Lanzarote. This guide adds Corralejo-specific detail to our car hire in Fuerteventura page. Here's where to hire, how to choose between a big brand and a local agency, and how to get the best price.
In a nutshell
- Agencies cluster on and around Avenida Ntra. Sra. del Carmen, in the town centre.
- CICAR runs a desk at Corralejo harbour, handy for ferry arrivals.
- Local providers are often cheaper, but with a smaller fleet and possible queues in summer.
- Isla de Lobos can't be visited by car — boat only, from the harbour.
Where to hire a car in Corralejo?
Almost all car hire agencies in Corralejo cluster on and around Avenida Ntra. Sra. del Carmen, the town's main street, plus the shopping centres that line it.
You'll find both international brands (Europcar, Avis, Enterprise, Record Go) and local Canarian agencies (Cabrera Medina, Orlando, Avia Car, Alquicoche). A second pickup point, run by CICAR, sits right at Corralejo harbour (Estación MarÃtima), a few metres from the ferry landing.
International brand or local agency: which to choose?
Both options have their merits, depending on your priorities. The big brands offer a wider choice of cars, consistent standards and international customer service, usually bookable in English.
In practice, local Corralejo providers often charge less than the big brands, especially outside the international comparison sites. The trade-off: a smaller fleet, sometimes less standardised terms, and desk queues in high season if you haven't booked ahead. A good comparison point before booking: our page on hiring a car at Fuerteventura airport, where starting rates often differ.
For a first trip or a short hire, an international brand booked online remains the safe bet. For a longer stay or a tighter budget, a well-rated local agency can bring the bill down noticeably, provided you book early enough.
Hiring a car when you arrive by ferry from Lanzarote
Corralejo is linked to Playa Blanca (Lanzarote) by a regular ferry service, popular with travellers combining the two islands. The CICAR desk at the harbour lets you collect a car straight off the boat, without lugging bags into town first.
Book this type of hire in advance, stating your crossing time: harbour agencies staff up around the main departures, but it's worth leaving a buffer in case the ferry runs late.
Corralejo, a good base for exploring the north of the island
Once you're mobile, Corralejo makes it easy to explore the whole north of the island: the Corralejo dunes just minutes away, El Cotillo and its natural pools to the west, or the island's interior via the FV-1 then the FV-10 towards Betancuria.
Isla de Lobos: why a car isn't enough
Plenty of travellers try to reach Isla de Lobos, the islet off Corralejo, by hire car: it can't be done, the islet is boat-access only. A regular service and several organised trips leave from Corralejo harbour, a few metres from the hire agencies.
A car is still handy, though, for getting to the harbour from your accommodation and parking there before you board.
Tips for paying less in Corralejo
Hire prices swing a lot depending on the time of year. Booking your car in advance remains the surest way to get a good rate in high season, especially with local agencies whose fleets are smaller.
To plan the rest of the trip, head to our Canary Islands guide to choose your next stops.
Frequently asked questions
Where can you hire a car in Corralejo?
On and around Avenida Ntra. Sra. del Carmen in the town centre, or directly at the harbour (CICAR desk) for ferry arrivals.
Is it better to hire at the airport or in Corralejo?
It depends on your itinerary: the airport if you want the car straight off the plane, Corralejo if you're staying in the north or arriving by ferry.
Can you hire a car directly at Corralejo harbour?
Yes, CICAR runs a desk there, handy for travellers arriving on the Lanzarote (Playa Blanca) ferry.
Are local providers really cheaper?
Often, yes, but with a smaller choice of cars and sometimes queues in high season without a booking.
Do you need to book well ahead in summer?
Yes, several weeks ahead for July-August and Christmas, as local agencies' stock sells out fast.
Can you visit Isla de Lobos with a hire car?
No, the islet is boat-access only from Corralejo harbour. The car is only useful for getting to the jetty.