QEEQ Car Rental Pickup at Gibraltar AEI Easy Walk to La Linea Spain

Step by step guide to picking up your QEEQ rental car when booked at Gibraltar AEI. Learn why the actual pickup location is in La Linea Spain, how to walk from Gibraltar airport GIB across the runway and border, where to find the rental car center on Avenida Principe de Asturias, what documents you need, and key tips about opening hours and contact numbers for major rental companies.

Car Rental Guide

Your Essential Guide to Picking Up Your QEEQ Rental Car at Gibraltar (AEI)

Welcome! We're thrilled you're starting your adventure here. You've booked your rental car through QEEQ, and you're just a few steps away from hitting the open road.

As a leading car rental platform, QEEQ is committed to making your rental experience seamless and stress-free. Here's why thousands of travelers trust us with their journeys.

Dostęp do ponad 110 000 lokalizacji na całym świecie z ponad 1 000 dostawców w najlepszych cenach

Globalne pokrycie

200+ krajów i regionów

Najlepsze stawki

Porównuj oferty wypożyczalni samochodów

Obsługa Klienta 24/7

Przez telefon, czat online i Whatsapp

Ekskluzywne funkcje

"Zamrożenie 1 $" i "Ochrona Cenowa QEEQ"

Odkryj wynajem samochodów QEEQ

First Things First: Your Pickup Location is in Spain, Not Gibraltar

The key to a flawless pickup experience is understanding the location codes. Gibraltar's airport has the official IATA code GIB. The code AEI, used by car rental systems, refers to a dedicated rental car facility located in the Spanish border town of La Línea de la Concepción. This center is just a short, easy walk from the GIB airport terminal.

This might seem confusing, but rest assured, it's a well-trodden path that thousands of travelers take every week. The most important thing to remember is that you will need to cross the international land border from Gibraltar (a British Overseas Territory) into Spain (part of the Schengen Area) on foot. This is a simple formality, but it means you absolutely must have your passport or valid travel ID ready.

From Landing to Keys in Hand: A Simple Walk to Your Car

Exit Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
After collecting your luggage, proceed through customs and exit the main arrivals hall of the terminal. The airport is small and easy to navigate.
Walk Across the Runway
Once outside, you'll immediately encounter one of the world's most unique airport experiences. You will walk directly across the airport's active runway! Traffic is stopped for every takeoff and landing. Follow the pedestrian path straight ahead, heading towards the prominent Rock of Gibraltar.
Cross the Border into Spain
Continue walking for about 2-3 minutes past the runway. You will see the border control building ahead. First, you'll pass through the Gibraltar exit point. Then, you'll walk a few more feet to the Spanish passport control booths. Have your passport open and ready for the officer to check.
Find the Car Rental Center
Once you have cleared Spanish customs, the car rental center is immediately visible. It is a large, modern building located directly on your right-hand side on the main avenue, Av. Príncipe de Asturias. Look for a building (often called the Focona building) with large Rent a Car and Alquiler de Coches signs and the logos of various car rental companies. You've arrived!

Finding Your Rental Desk

The La Línea car rental center is a single, convenient building that houses the desks for all the major rental companies. When you enter, you'll find a main hall with the different company counters clearly signed, similar to an airport rental area.

Car Rental Company	Location within Center	Contact Phone Number (Spain)	Typical Operating Hours
Avis	Clearly signed desk inside	+34 956 76 65 59	Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Budget	Clearly signed desk inside	+34 956 76 65 59	Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Enterprise	Clearly signed desk inside	+34 956 67 55 57	Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Sat-Sun: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Europcar	Clearly signed desk inside	+34 956 76 27 06	Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Hertz	Clearly signed desk inside	+34 956 17 40 95	Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sixt	Clearly signed desk inside	+34 871 18 05 11	Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Disclaimer

Hours can vary by season and on public holidays. Please confirm with your QEEQ voucher or contact the provider directly if arriving late.

Essential Tips

Key Takeaways for a Smooth Start to Your Trip

Here are the most important points to remember for a seamless pickup.

Checklist

Your Destination
You are walking to the car rental center in La Línea, Spain. The address is: Av. Príncipe de Asturias, s/n, 11300 La Línea de la Concepción, Cádiz, Spain.
Don't Forget
Your passport or valid national ID card is mandatory to cross the border from Gibraltar into Spain on foot.
Check Your Time
Be mindful of the rental desk's operating hours, which you can find on your QEEQ voucher. This is especially important if your flight is delayed or arrives late in the evening.
Contact is Key
Save the local Spanish phone number for your specific rental company in your phone before you travel. It's the best number to call if you face any delays.

Curious about what other travelers have to say? Check out real reviews from our customers on Trustpilot.