Car hire at East Midlands Airport

Cheapest car £14.08/day Mini · £99 for 7 days

Average quote £65.46/day £458 per 7-day hire

Cars found 280 from 7 rental companies

To the city centre 12 mi 19 km in a straight line

Airport codes EMA ICAO EGNX

Prices from our own search on 2 Nov 2026 for a 7-day hire, 23 Nov - 30 Nov, driver aged 30. Prices change daily - search your dates for live prices.

East Midlands Airport sits between Nottingham, Derby and Leicester, with the M1 minutes away and the Peak District an easy drive north-west. It's a convenient start for exploring the Midlands, so compare suppliers in one search and see the full price for your dates.

Where to collect your car

Depending on the supplier, you'll collect your car either on the airport site or from a nearby office reached by shuttle. The pick-up type is shown on every offer, and your voucher has the exact meeting point - worth checking before you land, especially if you arrive late in the evening.

Car rental center
In Terminal
Meet & Greet
Outside of Terminal
Shuttle Bus

Map of car rental offices

Tap a logo to see the office · Airport Other pick-up points

Prices by car type

What a week's hire costs at East Midlands Airport

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Mini £99£14.08/day

Economy £112£16.01/day

SUV £116£16.60/day

Compact £119£17.01/day

Estate £123£17.61/day

Medium £137£19.62/day

Electric £146£20.88/day

People carrier £250£35.71/day

Premium £253£36.10/day

Luxury £264£37.68/day

Large £407£58.19/day

Prices from our own search on 2 Nov 2026 for a 7-day hire, 23 Nov - 30 Nov, driver aged 30. Prices change daily - search your dates for live prices.

Who's here

Rental companies at East Midlands Airport

Drivalia

WheeGo

Fuel policies

Full to full · Same to same

Deposits

£200 - £2,508, depending on car and supplier

Zero excess

Not seen in our search

Free cancellation

100% of offers · 59% automatic · 62% unlimited mileage

Tips

Before you set off

M1, A50 and A42

The airport is close to junctions 23A and 24 of the M1, where the A50 towards Derby and the A42 towards Birmingham also meet.

Into the Peak District

Dovedale, Matlock and Bakewell are an easy drive away. Country lanes get busy on sunny weekends, so set off early.

Donington Park events

The circuit next to the airport hosts races and big festivals. On event days, expect queues on the surrounding roads.

Early or late flight?

If you land outside normal office hours, check the supplier's opening times on the offer before you book.

Good questions

Car hire at East Midlands Airport - FAQ

All questions

How much does car hire at East Midlands Airport cost?

In our search on 2 November 2026 for a 7-day hire, the cheapest car was a mini at £98.53 (about £14.08 a day), and the average quote there was £458.21. Prices change with the season and how early you book - search your dates to see live prices.

Which car hire companies operate at East Midlands Airport?

Our search found offers from Alamo, Avis, Budget, Drivalia, Enterprise, National and WheeGo. Availability changes by date, so search your dates for the full list.

Where do I collect my hire car at East Midlands Airport?

It depends on the supplier: some are on the airport site, others nearby with a shuttle or meet-and-greet. Every offer shows its pick-up type, and your voucher explains where to go.

Is East Midlands Airport near a motorway?

Yes. The M1 is only a few minutes away at junctions 23A - 24, and the A50 and A42 meet there too, giving quick access to Derby, Nottingham, Leicester and Birmingham.

Can I return the car to another airport?

Yes. Choose "Return to a different location" to see one-way prices - to Birmingham or Manchester Airport, for instance. A one-way fee may apply, depending on the supplier.

Can I book an automatic?

Yes, but most UK hire cars are manual, so automatics can sell out at busy times. Use the transmission filter and book as early as you can.