Car hire in South Tenerife

Car hire in South Tenerife

If you are staying in South Tenerife or arriving at Tenerife South Airport (TFS), at Canarias.com Rent a Car we will have your car ready so you can start enjoying the island from the very first moment. No queues, no hidden costs and fully comprehensive insurance with no excess always included in the price.

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13 Offices on the island
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Car hire in South Tenerife

Pick up your car at Tenerife South Airport (TFS)

Tenerife South Airport is the busiest on the island and the arrival point for the vast majority of international flights. Our office at TFS is ready to welcome you as soon as you land — no unnecessary paperwork and your car ready to go.

How to find our office at TFS

Our office is located in the arrivals area of Tenerife South Airport. When you exit the international arrivals terminal, head to the vehicle collection area — our team will be waiting for you with the keys and all the documentation ready. No queues, no unnecessary waiting.

Opening hours and required documents

Our office at Tenerife South Airport is open from 9am to 8pm GMT. To pick up your car you will need: a valid driving licence, a credit card in the name of the main driver, and a passport or national ID. As we do not charge a deposit or excess, we do not block any funds on your card.

Our fleet available in South Tenerife

Our full fleet is available in the south of the island. All vehicles include fully comprehensive insurance with no excess in the price, without exception.

Automatic cars

South Tenerife, with its motorways and well-signposted roads, is ideal for enjoying an automatic car without the stress of a manual gearbox. We have a wide selection of automatic cars in Tenerife — from the Hyundai i20 automatic to the VW Tiguan or Seat Arona automatic.

Luxury cars and convertibles

South Tenerife, with its privileged climate and seafront promenades, is the perfect setting for enjoying a luxury car or a convertible. We have models such as the Audi Q7, the Mercedes S500, the Range Rover Evoque Cabrio or the BMW 218 Cabrio — all with no-excess insurance included.

7 and 9-seat cars

Travelling as a large family or group? Our fleet of 7-seat vehicles and 9-seat vans in Tenerife includes models such as the Mercedes Vito, the Nissan X-Trail 7-seater, the DFSK 580 and the Renault Trafic 9-seater — perfect for getting around the south of the island in comfort.

Fully comprehensive insurance with no excess included

When you hire a car with us in South Tenerife, fully comprehensive insurance with no excess is always included in the price — no small print, no deposit, no additional charges at the counter.

The price you see when booking is the final price you pay. Full stop.

Fully comprehensive insurance with no excess included

Why hire a car with us in South Tenerife?

We are a local company with over 30 years of experience on the island. We are not an online broker — we have a real physical presence in South Tenerife, with offices at the airport, in Playa de las Américas, Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, El Médano, Golf del Sur and Playa Paraíso.

Unlike the major multinationals at the airport, our price is always the final price. No excess, no deposit, no hidden charges at the counter. And if you also need a hotel, excursions or transfers in the south of the island, we are part of a travel agency that can organise everything from a single point of contact.

Early Bird & Free Cancellation

We also offer a 10% Early Bird discount for bookings made more than 3 months in advance, and free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the hire.

Our offices in South Tenerife

South Tenerife is home to the greatest tourist activity on the island. We have an extensive network of offices in the main areas so that picking up and returning your car is always convenient, wherever you are staying.

Tenerife South Airport

The most practical option if you are arriving by plane. Your car will be waiting at the airport itself, ready to go as soon as you collect your luggage. View Tenerife South Airport office.

Playa de las Américas

Our Playa de las Américas office is the reference point for travellers staying in the heart of tourist South Tenerife. Direct access to the best beaches, shopping centres and nightlife on the island. View Playa de las Américas office.

Costa Adeje

One of the most exclusive areas of South Tenerife, home to some of the island's most luxurious hotels. Our office at The Duke Shops in Costa Adeje is at your disposal. View Costa Adeje office.

Los Cristianos

The lively port of Los Cristianos and its surroundings have their own Canarias.com Rent a Car office — perfect for travellers staying in this popular coastal area. View Los Cristianos office.

El Médano

El Médano is one of the most authentic corners of South Tenerife, very popular with surfers and windsurfing enthusiasts thanks to its constant winds. Our El Médano office is waiting for you. View El Médano office.

Golf del Sur

A residential and tourist area very popular with Europeans who spend long seasons in Tenerife. We have an office in Golf del Sur so you always have a car to hand. View Golf del Sur office.

Playa Paraíso

If you are staying in the Playa Paraíso area, we also have an office there so you do not have to travel to the airport to pick up your car. View Playa Paraíso office.

Frequently asked questions about car hire in South Tenerife

Can I pick up the car at TFS Airport and return it to a different office?

Yes. You can pick up your car at Tenerife South Airport and return it to any other office on the island, including offices in North Tenerife. Please check the conditions when booking.

Is no-excess insurance included with all vehicles in the south?

Yes. Regardless of the vehicle or the office where you pick up the car, fully comprehensive insurance with no excess is always included in the price.

What are the opening hours of the offices in South Tenerife?

Our offices are open from 9am to 8pm GMT. For pick-ups outside these hours, please check availability when booking.

Can I hire a car for several months in South Tenerife?

Yes. We offer special rates for long-term car hire in Tenerife, very popular with Europeans who spend the winter in the south of the island. Includes a 10% Early Bird discount for bookings made more than 3 months in advance.

Do I need a special licence to drive in South Tenerife?

No. A European driving licence is valid across the whole island with no additional requirements.

Can I return the car at the airport if I picked it up at a local office?

Yes. You can pick up at any office in the south and return at Tenerife South Airport. Please check the conditions and any possible charges for returning to a different location when booking.

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