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East Midlands Airport car hire tips


  • Where to pick up your car

    The car hire pickup points are located at the main terminal, in the arrivals hall.


  • Top car rental brands

    The most popular car rental brands in East Midlands Airport are Europcar, Hertz,
    Firefly, Interrent and Alamo.


  • Local currency

    Pound Sterling (GBP)


  • Nearest city

    Nottingham


  • Side of road

    Left

Hire a car at East Midlands Airport

East Midlands is one of the UK’s top 15
airports, and the ideal starting point for an English adventure.

Surrounded by the cities of Nottingham, Derby and Leicester, East Midlands serves four
million passengers each year. From East Midlands Airport, you can fly to over 100
destinations. Or if you’ve just arrived, venture out into the heart of England with your
hire car, and experience the area’s great cities, nature and heritage.

Local knowledge

Airport fast facts

Airlines
There are 17 different airlines that fly to and from East
Midlands, including several low cost airlines.

Top destinations
The busiest routes from the airport include: Alicante,
Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, Tenerife and Dublin.

WiFi
The airport offers 60 minutes of free WiFi to travellers on any
device, just search for EMA Public WiFi.

Money exchange
You will find one Travelex desk before security and a
second one after security.

Facilities
There are numerous shops and eateries to keep you occupied
while waiting, as well as an Escape Lounge – book online in advance for better rates.

Tips on hiring a car at EMA

Driving directions
The airport is conveniently located next to the the
A42 to Birmingham. It is also a couple of minutes from Junction 23A, providing excellent
connections to the M1, for those travelling to the South or North of England.

Petrol
There is a 24 hour BP station located at the airport where you can
refuel before dropping off your car hire.

Car hire location
The Car Rental Village is situated in the Arrivals Hall
and some companies have shuttles to take you to your awaiting vehicle.

Note: Car hire companies are often charged for using airport property, so to
cover this fee, some rental providers add on an airport surcharge.

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Out and about

Around the Midlands

Peak District
No matter how you choose to experience this national
park – by car, foot, horseback or bicycle – the landscape is a refreshing piece of
English countryside. Cross over from the White Peak to the Dark Peak, while admiring the
district’s undulating hills, moorlands and stately homes.

Nottingham
This family-friendly city is the perfect place to explore
with kids. The city’s castle and maze of underground tunnels offer two contrasting views
of Nottingham, while lingering tales of Robin Hood give it an air of enduring
entertainment.